shooter games that contain cybercrime prevention messages. The apps will educate children on the
risks of cybercrime, as well as cybercrime prevention measures.
23.
In 2016, SPF incorporated cybercrime and cyber-wellness education materials in the regular
outreach talks conducted by SPF at secondary schools. The cybercrime education materials included
content on good cyber hygiene practices (e.g. safe conduct on social media), as well as cybercrime
prevention tips. SPF will continue to work with partners like the Ministry of Education (MOE) to build
on these efforts.
(iii)
Providing a one-stop self-help portal against scams
24.
SPF and NCPC launched a dedicated Scam Alert website (www.scamalert.sg) in November
2014, to keep the public informed of the latest scams and the modus operandi of various scams. The
website has attracted more than 315,000 visitors since its launch.
25.
SPF has worked with NCPC to transform the Scam Alert website into a one-stop self-help
portal against scams. Members of the public will be able to make use of the different resources that
are offered on the portal, depending on the circumstances of their scam case. The portal will provide
the following resources for the public:
a.
Up-to-date information on the latest scams and methods of carrying out the scams,
for the public to learn and safeguard themselves from falling prey to such scams;
b.
Links to major online e-commerce platforms, so that the public can approach
the platform administrators for assistance regarding transactions on these platforms;
c.
A platform for members of the public to share their personal experiences of scam
encounters, so that others can be forewarned if they should encounter similar
experiences. The information shared on this platform will also aid SPF in identifying
emerging crime trends and in dealing with them expeditiously; and
d.
A channel for victims of scams to lodge reports for police investigations via SPF’s
Electronic Police Centre.
KEY PRIORITY #2: ENHANCING THE GOVERNMENT’S CAPACITY AND CAPABILITY TO COMBAT
CYBERCRIME
26.
The transnational nature of cybercrimes, coupled with the speed and scale at which such
crimes are perpetrated, present formidable challenges for traditional law enforcement approaches.
In order to effectively combat cybercrime, the Government has taken steps to (i) establish the SPF
Cybercrime Command, (ii) boost cybercrime investigation capabilities, (iii) equip public officers with
the relevant skills to combat cybercrime, and (iv) enhance coordination between SPF and
government agencies.
National Cybercrime Action Plan
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