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AI "Ghost Students" Steal Millions in Student Loans, DOJ Says
The Department of Justice says fraudsters used AI to enroll fake "ghost students" in online courses, completing coursework with AI tools to pocket millions of dollars in federal student loans. The scheme exploits distance-learning programs where identity checks are minimal. The case has reignited debate over how easily online education systems can be gamed at scale.
Why now: The Justice Department's disclosure of AI-driven loan fraud raises fresh concerns about vulnerabilities in online education and federal lending.
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