The Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) recently warned that investment scams are getting harder to spot as fraudsters adopt new AI-powered tactics. These schemes increasingly use realistic impersonations, private group chats, and social-media-style promotions to look credible and build trust quickly. To learn more about these types of investment scams, click here.
As these tactics evolve, FAIR Canada continues to push for stronger oversight of digital misconduct and better protections for investors. But while regulators work to keep pace, investors can take important steps to protect themselves.
Before you invest:
- Verify registration of the individual or company using the CSA’s National Registration Search
- Be cautious of unsolicited pitches, private-group invites, or “exclusive” opportunities
- Slow down — urgency is a common red flag
- Walk away from anything you don’t fully understand or can’t independently confirm
If something feels off, trust your instincts. Staying informed is one of the best ways to protect yourself.