Cyber-security campaign reminds public to Stop and Check

AI is making scam tactics more persuasive, but it can also detect threats, says minister

- Zhaki Abdullah

Even as artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to make scams more persuasive by playing on one's emotions, it is also being used to tackle such crimes.

Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo said this on Sept 13 on the sidelines of the launch of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore's (CSA) sixth national cyber-security campaign, themed Stop and Check.

The campaign reminds the public to check unsolicited text messages and calls with official sources and trusted family and friends before responding to them.

This approach addresses ongoing scam threats, with impersonation tactics being of particular concern.

The campaign was launched at the two-day Cyber Safe in the City roadshow, held at Waterway Point in Punggol.

The roadshow, which will travel to other locations such as Bishan in the coming months, features settings such as cafes and schools where visitors can answer questions about software updates as well as attempt to create strong passphrases.