Zahid: Govt to rope in AI in multi-ministry plan to tackle scams and violence


KUALA LUMPUR: The government is taking proactive steps to curb the escalating trend of violent crimes, scams and other social issues that are plaguing communities across the nation, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The Deputy Prime Minister said with the rapid rise of digital and communication technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years, a fresh and effective approach was needed to address the root causes of the menaces.

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