Cops probing fake, AI-generated video using likeness of Home Minister
'The police confirm having received a report regarding TikTok account @SAIFUDDIN_NASUTION1 that had used AI impersonating Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail touting supposed financial aid.
'The public are urged to not fall for such offers on social media and to always check its authenticity before taking any further action,' acting Bukit Aman Criminal Investigations Department director Deputy Comm Datuk Fadil Marsus said in a statement Saturday (July 12).
He added that investigations are being conducted under Section 504 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act.
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