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International Business Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- International Business Times
Did Stephen Miller Punch Elon Musk? Wild Theories about Musk's Black Eye Surface after Katie Miller Quits White House to Work for Tesla CEO
Elon Musk made headlines on Friday as he appeared alongside Donald Trump in the Oval Office to bid farewell to the White House. However, it was Musk's black eye that caught the attention of most of the viewers, sparking a wave of speculation about he got the shiner, with the billionaire blaming it on playful roughhousing with his four-year-old son, X. However, online detectives were quick to suggest other possibilities, with some even floating the wild theory that White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller was responsible for the bruise. This came as Miller's wife, Katie Miller, announced that she is leaving the Trump administration to join Musk's Tesla. Who Gave the Black Eye? Katie Miller announced that she will join Musk full-time and has also been posting regularly on X about Musk's private companies, as well as the cryptocurrency DOGE. Katie Miller, who holds a degree in public administration from George Washington University, previously worked as a special assistant to Trump and served as press secretary to then-Vice President Mike Pence during Trump's first term in office. Much like Musk, she was also a "Special Government Employee" during Trump's second term, a designation that limited her federal service to a maximum of 130 days. Katie, 34, married Stephen Miller in 2020 at the Trump Hotel in Washington, as her first stint at the White House came to an end—roughly two years after mutual friends introduced them. The couple also appear to align on immigration policy. At one point, Homeland Security sent Katie to check family separations at the border firsthand, reportedly in an effort to increase her empathy. However, according to a conversation Katie Miller had with journalist Jacob Soboroff for his 2020 bestseller Separated: Inside an American Tragedy, the move to make her more sympathetic by witnessing family separations "didn't work." As both Katie Miller and Musk step away from their respective roles, social media users have been speculating about the origin of Musk's black eye. Notably, some pointed out that the bruise was on Musk's right eye, while Stephen Miller is left-handed — fueling theories that Miller could have landed the blow with his left hand. Wild Theories Float Online Adding to the speculation, reports suggest lingering tension between Musk and Miller after Musk publicly criticized Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," arguing it "undermines the efforts" of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The Congressional Budget Office estimated the bill would raise the national deficit by between $2.3 trillion and $3.8 trillion over the next ten years. One user on X posted, "Yoo did Elon Musk get straight up punched in the face? That's a left hook black eye if I've ever seen one. Might explain his delayed talk?" Another provocative post added fuel to the rumors, claiming, "This is a black eye delivered by someone who can't throw a punch," implying Stephen Miller may have been responsible. Some users also speculated that Miller was especially upset over his wife's departure from DOGE to join Musk full-time. Democrats, often short on media attention lately, quickly jumped into the conversation. The Democratic Party's official X account posted a photo of an empty hotel chair, tagging Stephen Miller in a playful reference to the swirling rumor gripping Washington. Multiple sources said that Katie Miller, a senior adviser and spokesperson for DOGE, is exiting the Trump administration along with Musk and will be joining his expanding business ventures on a full-time basis. While her exact position has not yet been announced, insiders suggest she will likely be involved in Musk's federal policy efforts and technology-related projects.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
‘Scammed' By AI Trump? Deepfake Scam That Conned 200 in India's Karnataka EXPOSED
/ May 27, 2025, 06:15PM IST An AI-generated video of Donald Trump promising quick returns has scammed over 200 people across Karnataka, costing them more than ₹2 crore. Victims believed they were investing in 'Trump Hotel rentals' and saw fake earnings grow on their app — until everything vanished. From Bengaluru to Mangaluru, the fraud ran deep. Now, a police probe is on. Is this the dark future of AI fraud? Watch the full story for shocking details.
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27-05-2025
- Business
- First Post
What is the 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam that has duped hundreds of Indians?
An AI-generated deepfake video of the US President Donald Trump urged people to invest in Trump Hotels through an app called 'Trump Hotel Rentals' and promised high returns upon installation. It turned out to be a cyber scam that duped more than 800 people of crores of rupees across Karnataka in the last five to six months read more The scammers lured victims using the US President Donald Trump's name, making the investment scheme called 'The Trump Hotel Rental' seem trustworthy and legitimate. AI-generated representative image An AI-generated video of US President Donald Trump urging you to invest in the Trump Hotel chain, promising a daily return of 3 per cent on your money—sounds like a golden opportunity, right? Unfortunately, it's a cleverly disguised cyberscam that has already tricked hundreds of Indians in the state of Karnataka. As reported by The Times of India, over 800 people have fallen prey to this fraud, collectively losing crores of rupees. The scammers lured victims using the US President's name, making the investment scheme seem trustworthy and legitimate. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Many of the duped investors are now seeking help from the police to recover their hard-earned money. In this explainer, we break down how the scam worked, why it seemed convincing, and most importantly, how you can protect yourself from falling into similar traps. The modus operandi The scam was orchestrated through a mobile app named 'Trump Hotel Rental', which has since been taken down. Fraudsters used it to lure users with assurances of quick and massive returns, sometimes promising over 100 per cent profits. One such victim, a 38-year-old advocate, lost nearly Rs 6 lakh. He told The Indian Express that he stumbled upon a YouTube video in January 2024. It advertised an investment opportunity in 'Donald Trump Hotel Rentals' and featured what appeared to be Donald Trump himself, offering high returns. Curious and convinced, the man clicked the link in the video, which directed him to download an app. To get started, he was asked to fill out a form with his bank details, including his account number and IFSC code. His first deposit was a modest Rs 1,500, which activated his account and promised a daily return of 3 per cent. At first, the scheme delivered—he received small daily payouts, which made the offer look genuine. The scam was orchestrated through a mobile app named 'Trump Hotel Rental', which has since been taken down. Fraudsters used it to lure users with assurances of quick and massive returns. Representative image. Reuters 'I was paid Rs 30 every day, and I was allowed to withdraw it after the total earnings crossed Rs 300. As the money was being paid on time and I could withdraw it, they started asking me to invest more. It started with Rs 5,000 and ended at Rs 1,00,000. Finally, they asked me to pay taxes to withdraw the money. But, they did not return it,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD According to The Times of India, a dashboard on the app showed increasing 'earnings' to the user for each completed task, such as writing company profiles. This made them believe the earnings were genuine. Encouraged by timely payments in the early stages, victims were gradually convinced to invest bigger sums, with assurances of doubling their money within 24 hours. Over 800 people swindled of over Rs 2 crore The scam wasn't isolated to a single location. According to the police, it spread across Karnataka, affecting people in Bengaluru, Tumakuru, Mangaluru, Haveri, and other parts of the state. In just five to six months, the fraud managed to dupe more than 800 people. So far, over 200 victims, including the 38-year-old advocate, have come forward to file complaints. Together, they claim to have lost nearly Rs 2 crore through the fraudulent app. Police said several individuals from government departments, law enforcement, and business backgrounds have also fallen prey to the scam. A case has been registered under the IT Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for cheating. Encouraged by timely payments in the early stages of the 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam, victims were gradually convinced to invest bigger sums, with assurances of doubling their money within 24 hours. AI-generated representative image Further, what makes this scam particularly challenging is its high level of sophistication. A senior cybercrime officer in Bengaluru told website 'The fraudsters used sophisticated tools — AI, social engineering, and app-based redirection.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He added that tracking the origin of the deepfake videos and dismantling the app's backend is proving difficult, as it's reportedly hosted on overseas servers. Investigators are now working closely with national cyber agencies and tech companies to trace the digital infrastructure supporting the scam. However, the use of short-form deepfake videos, combined with frequent changes in the app's name and host, has made the trail difficult to follow. So far, the police have managed to freeze Rs 1.5 lakh in one of the bank accounts where victims' money was routed. 'It has come to light that crores of rupees have been swindled across the country through fake links such as the Trump Hotel Rental scheme, which falsely promises to double your money. The public is urged to reject unknown links and remain vigilant,' stated a police release. Authorities have repeatedly urged citizens to avoid clicking on suspicious links and to thoroughly verify any online investment offers before engaging. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The public is urged to reject unknown links and remain vigilant,' the police reiterated. With input from agencies
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- The Hindu
Lawyer duped by cyber fraudsters using AI-generated Donald Trump video
A 38-year-old advocate was duped by cybercriminals who allegedly lured him into investing in a 'Trump Hotel rentals scheme' using an AI-generated video of US President Donald Trump promising high returns, police said on May 26. The issue came to light on May 6, when the advocate approached the Haveri Central Crime Police Station with a complaint. In his statement, the advocate said that, in January this year, he came across a video on YouTube offering an investment opportunity in 'Donald Trump Hotel Rentals'. When he clicked on the link, he was directed to download a mobile application. He was then asked to fill out a form, which included submitting his bank account details and IFSC code. According to the police, the advocate followed the instructions and paid ₹1,500 to activate his account. He was promised a 3% daily return on his investment. Initially, he received the promised returns, and made a profit on his investment. Trusting the scheme, he invested more money when asked by the fraudsters, hoping to double his earnings. In total, he deposited ₹5,93,240 in various bank accounts, UPI IDs, and digital wallets between January 25 and April 4. However, he stopped receiving returns, and was also unable to take back the invested amount. A case has been registered under the IT Act and Section 318(4) (cheating) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, police said. During the investigation, police found that the complainant was tricked through a 'fake' link. Consequently, the bank account to which ₹1.5 lakh was transferred has been frozen, a senior police officer said. Police have appealed to people to avoid clicking on suspicious links.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Time of India
Karnataka: Lawyer duped by cyber fraudsters using AI-generated Trump video
A 38-year-old advocate was duped by cybercriminals who allegedly lured him into investing in a Trump Hotel rentals scheme using an AI-generated video of US President Donald Trump promising high returns, police said on Monday. The issue came to light on May 6, when the victim approached the Haveri Central Crime Police Station with his complaint, they added. In his statement, the advocate said that in January this year, he came across a video on YouTube offering an investment opportunity in "Donald Trump Hotel Rentals." When he clicked the link, he was directed to download a mobile application. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Clear, Compelling Writing in Seconds With This Desktop App Grammarly Install Now Undo He was then asked to fill out a form, which included submitting his bank account details and IFSC code. According to the police, the victim followed the instructions and paid Rs 1,500 to activate his account. He was promised a 3 per cent daily return on his investment. Live Events Initially, he received returns and made profits on his investments. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories Trusting the scheme, he invested more money when asked by the fraudsters, hoping to double his earnings. In total, he deposited Rs 5,93,240 to various bank accounts, UPI IDs, and digital wallets between January 25 and April 4. However, he stopped receiving returns and was unable to recover the invested amount. A case has been registered under the IT Act and Section 318(4) (cheating) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, police said. During the investigation, it was found that the complainant was tricked through a 'fake' link. Consequently, Rs 1.5 lakh in the bank account to which the money was transferred has been frozen, a senior police officer said. Police have appealed to the public to stay alert and avoid clicking on suspicious links. "It has come to light that crores of rupees have been swindled across the country through fake links such as the Trump Hotel Rental scheme, which falsely promises to double your money. The public is urged to reject unknown links and remain vigilant," the police release said.
