Interpol has issued a report detailing a significant increase in cybercrime across Asia and the South Pacific, now representing over 30% of all reported crime in more than half the surveyed nations. The report highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in “supercharging” online scams, making them more sophisticated and difficult to detect. This trend is driving a substantial rise in financial losses and posing a major challenge to law enforcement. The increase spans various cybercrime types, from phishing and romance scams to investment fraud and online gambling schemes. Interpol’s cybercrime chief warns that the accessibility of AI tools is empowering criminals with limited technical skills to launch increasingly effective attacks. The report underscores the urgent need for international cooperation and enhanced cybersecurity measures to combat this evolving threat landscape. Authorities are focusing on raising public awareness and improving detection capabilities to mitigate the impact of AI-powered cybercrime.