Singapore Police Launch New Cyber Command to Combat Scams and Cybercrime

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Singapore Police Launch New Cyber Command to Combat Scams and Cybercrime

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ThreatCluster •May 12, 2026 at 06:04 UTC

•SPF Cyber Command to launch in July 2026 with 200 officers, expanding to over 400.
•Unit will focus on proactive disruption of scams and cybercrime using AI and technology.
•In 2025, Singapore lost over $913 million to scams, highlighting the urgency of this initiative.

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) will establish a new Cyber Command unit in July 2026 to consolidate its anti-scam and cybercrime capabilities. This unit will initially consist of 200 officers, with plans to expand to over 400. The Cyber Command aims to proactively disrupt online criminal activities, including scams and cybercrime syndicates. It will feature a Cyber Operations Centre to identify and dismantle criminal infrastructure, leveraging technology like AI to detect phishing campaigns. In 2025, Singapore reported over 37,300 scam cases, with losses exceeding $913 million. The new unit will enhance international cooperation to tackle cross-border cyber threats. Minister Goh Pei Ming emphasized the need for public vigilance amidst rising cybercrime concerns.

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2025-01-01

Scam losses reported

Singapore experienced over 37,300 scam cases in 2025, leading to losses of approximately $913 million.

2026-05-11

Announcement of SPF Cyber Command

Minister Goh Pei Ming announced the establishment of the Cyber Command at the Anti-Scam Conference 2026.

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2026-07-01

Launch of Cyber Command

The new Cyber Command unit will officially commence operations with an initial staff of 200 officers.

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