Hyderabad cybercrime officials told to step up action against AI scams and fake investment appsHyderabad: AI scams and fake investment apps have emerged as key concerns for Hyderabad cybercrime officials. The directions were issued by Additional Commissioner of Police (Crimes & SIT) M Srinivas, IPS, during his annual inspection of the Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit on August 7. Digital evidence collection to be strengthenedThe Cybercrime Unit was also directed to improve the collection, preservation and legal documentation of digital evidence. AI scams, fake investment apps under focusWith cybercriminals adopting new methods, Srinivas directed officials to step up public awareness campaigns on AI-based scams, fake investment applications and other emerging forms of cybercrime. The inspection was part of the annual review of the Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit by the Additional Commissioner of Police (Crimes & SIT).