Is This AI Side Hustle Legit?
Check off anything that's true about the opportunity you're evaluating. Based on the red-flag patterns regulators actually describe in AI money-making scam cases.
Frequently asked questions
Is a high red-flag count proof it's a scam?
Not proof, but a strong warning sign — legitimate opportunities can occasionally trip one or two of these, but multiple red flags together is exactly the pattern regulators describe in real AI investment and income-opportunity fraud cases.
What's the single biggest red flag on this list?
A guarantee of specific returns or income. No legitimate AI tool, trading system, or side hustle can guarantee results — that claim alone is enough to walk away, regardless of how the rest of the pitch sounds.
Where can I actually verify if a company is registered?
For U.S. businesses, your state's Secretary of State business registry is a free, direct check; for investment-related pitches specifically, the SEC's Investment Adviser Public Disclosure database is the authoritative source.