AI fuels 55% of Africa's cybercrime, losses reach $484 million

The Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department revealed the growing threat of artificial intelligence in cybercrime across the continent.

Artificial Intelligence is now a major tool for cybercriminals in Africa. AI is used in 55% of cybercrime cases on the continent.

This has caused financial losses to reach $484 million. COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department, shared this information.

The figures show a significant rise in technologically advanced criminal activity.

COP Donkor stated that AI tools make it easier for criminals to carry out attacks.

These attacks can include fraud, data theft, and other online crimes.

The Criminal Investigation Department is working to counter these evolving threats.

More resources are being directed towards digital forensics and cybersecurity training.

The department aims to protect citizens and businesses from these sophisticated crimes.