Commentary: The true cost of AI scams isn’t financial - it's human

As AI deepfakes become more sophisticated, the damage from scams is extending far beyond stolen money. According to Channel NewsAsia, veteran editor Han Fook Kwang argues the true cost is human — eroded trust in what we see and hear, broken verification systems, and the erosion of shared reality. He suggests governments and international organizations must play a more active role in shaping how AI technology develops. Without that oversight, the real casualties won't be financial, but foundational.

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