The Communications and Digital Ministry expects to table the proposed amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA) in Parliament early next year.
Its deputy minister, Teo Nie Ching, said agencies under the ministry are reviewing the law formulated in 1998, through engagements with relevant stakeholders.
“The ministry feels it is time for a review to ensure the existing provisions are adequate to take action against any type of offence, particularly cyber crimes.
“If we are not able to table it (to Parliament) this year, we will do it next year,” she told reporters after the screening of the movie "Malbatt: Misi Bakara" at TGV AEON Mall in Kulai, Johor today.
Scammers using AI
Teo said there is proof that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being misused in cases such as scamming.
For instance, scammers can use AI to mimic a person’s voice and appearance to fool family members and close friends.
She said the proposed amendments will include increasing the responsibility of service providers as well.
The Kulai MP was commenting on Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain's statement on the need for a review of laws on cyber crimes to cover elements of cheating via computer software and devices.
Razarudin was quoted as saying that cyber crimes are expected to be on the rise in tandem with fast-paced technology, especially with the use of AI.
Earlier, Teo had a meet-and-greet session with about 250 of her Kulai constituents before watching the movie.
- Bernama
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