Manila, Feb. 2 -- Civil and government data security executives on Monday warned the public against scammers who take advantage of people who seek romantic partners using artificial intelligence (AI)-powered love scams.

In a press conference at the Scam Watch Pilipinas (PH) headquarters in Taguig City, Scam Watch PH co-founder Jocel de Guzman said these love scams often target individuals who fit into five profiles.

"These scams focus on specific profiles: adults seeking foreign partners, financially stable professionals, women pressured to marry, men struggling with rejection, and solo parents looking for companionship, showing that scammers are exploiting vulnerability, not ignorance," de Guzman said.

The event, dubbed "Unmatch PH 20...