INTERPOL: AI Now Powers 55% of Reported Cybercrimes Across Africa

INTERPOL's 2026 African Cyberthreat Assessment report reveals that AI powers 55% of reported cybercrimes across Africa, accelerating attacks amid fragmented cybercrime laws and limited AI readiness. The report highlights rising financial losses driven by AI-enabled scams, sophisticated AI-generated synthetic identities, and calls for enhanced cross-border cooperation and AI literacy in law enforcement.

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