Get a grip on AI to tackle cybercrime: Ahsmon

KUCHING: Police officers and members of the district police headquarters have been urged to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to combat cybercrimes, particularly involving artificial intelligence (AI).

The availability of advanced technological facilities and equipment has provided criminals with opportunities to commit cybercrimes, including slander, defamation and efforts to discredit the government, leaders, individuals and royalty.

Kuching police chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah said it is crucial for the police to improve their skills, expertise and continue learning to tackle such challenges.

Ahsmon speaks to reporters after the IPD’s monthly assembly this morning.

“As outlined in the Royal Malaysia Police’s (PDRM) policy, it is recommended or obliged all officers constantly learn about current issues, especially related to AI.

“This is a new issue. So, we need to improve the skills we already have by incorporating new technology and knowledge in order to stay ahead of these criminals,” he said after attending the district police monthly assembly this morning (July 24).

He added that they have officers in the Commercial Crime Investigation Division (CCID) and Criminal Investigation Division (CID) handling cybercrimes, including those involving AI.

“CID is responsible for managing cybercrime-related threats and extortion, while CCID tackles scams and investment scams that utilise AI.

“Previously, criminals use social media to post advertisements for sale and purchase, and moneylending services. Now, AI can operate autonomously without human intervention, which is posing a new challenge for the police,” he said.

On the issue of cyberbullying, he pointed out that there were no recorded cyberbullying cases in Kuching last year and this year.

During the assembly, Ahsmon also presented excellent service awards to 80 officers and members for exemplary service.