AI fuels more than half of cybercrime in Africa as digital scams surge, INTERPOL
Summary
INTERPOL's African Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2026 finds AI powers 55% of cybercrime in Africa, with online scams and BEC rising across regions. The piece highlights regional risk patterns, deepfake-enabled fraud, and progress in legislation and operations, underscoring the need for stronger coordination and defender readiness for SMBs.