Digital Cybercrime in Canada: How Criminals Are Weaponizing the Emergence of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (“AI”) has transformed the world as we know it. Whether it be the economy, academic research, science, finance, or healthcare, every facet of life has been touched by AI. Unfortunately, like all new inventions, AI can fall into the wrong hands. Indeed, the use of AI by criminals is a growing challenge for law enforcement and policymakers in Canada. Criminals are now utilizing AI to engage in what is coined “cybercrime.”[i] Such examples include fraud a
