Smishing, a blend of ‘SMS’ and ‘phishing,’ involves the use of text messages to lure recipients into revealing their personal information by clicking on malicious links. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, these scams have seen a notable increase, driven in part by the use of artificial intelligence. AI technologies have enhanced the ability of fraudsters to generate authentic-seeming texts and sift through large datasets obtained from security breaches to target individuals more effectively. The escalation in smishing incidents is a significant concern because these scams often lead to identity theft and financial losses. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is actively urging the public to be vigilant and skeptical of unsolicited text messages that prompt them to click unknown links or share private data. They emphasize the necessity of verifying the authenticity of the message sender before taking any action. Additionally, they recommend reporting any suspicious messages to appropriate authorities to help combat this growing threat. By raising awareness and encouraging cautious behavior, the Centre hopes to reduce the impact of these AI-powered scams on individuals across Canada.