Budget 2027: NSRC To Develop AI App For Scam Detection
The government is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) application that will allow the public to check phone numbers, bank accounts and suspicious links before making transactions. The initiative aims to help Malaysians identify potential scams and detect cybercriminals at an earlier stage. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the Finance Minister, announced […] The post…
The Malaysian government is set to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) application as part of its 2027 budget, aimed at assisting the public in identifying potential scams before making transactions. This initiative, which the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) will oversee, targets early detection of cybercriminals. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who serves as Finance Minister, revealed the plan during the ongoing Budget 2027 presentation in Dewan Rakyat.
He highlighted that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) had already blocked over 5.7 billion scam-related calls and SMS messages. The AI app is designed to complement these efforts by offering an additional tool for users to verify phone numbers, bank accounts, and suspicious links before engaging in any financial transactions.
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