# Use of Artificial Intelligence in Singapore Police Force's Enforcement Work

- Date: 2023-10-03
- Who: Desmond Choo · K Shanmugam
- Source: https://sprs.parl.gov.sg/search/#/sprs3topic?reportid=written-answer-14629
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## Why it matters

The Singapore Police Force(SPF) has already deployed AI to identify child sexual abuse material and fraud, preceding the December release of Singapore's AI Strategy 2.0, exposing a governance gap where enforcement leads but legislation lags

## Summary

An MP asked how the Singapore Police Force is using AI in enforcement, whether outcomes have improved, and the future direction. The government replied that AI is already used to combat child sexual abuse material and identify scam content, lifting investigation efficiency, and it will continue partnering with relevant agencies to push AI use in policing. The core debate: the actual effectiveness and future potential of AI.

## Key points

- AI lifts enforcement efficiency
- Combats child sexual abuse material
- Helps detect scam content

## Full text

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11 Mr Desmond Choo asked the Minister for Home Affairs (a) how has the Singapore Police Force incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) into its enforcement work; (b) whether this has led to improved outcomes; and (c) what is the future role of AI in policing.

Mr K Shanmugam : The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has been leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its capabilities and operational effectiveness.

For example, it has used AI in its efforts against child sexual abuse materials. Investigators use an AI programme to sieve out possible obscene materials from seized devices. This allows investigators to perform digital forensic analysis more efficiently.

Another example is the ScamShield Bot on WhatsApp, which uses AI to help users determine whether WhatsApp messages they receive are likely to be scam messages.

SPF will continue to work with partners, such as the Home Team Science and Technology Agency and the Government Technology Agency, to experiment and leverage AI for its mission.