This painting went missing 20 years ago. Police tracked it down with the help of AI - BBC

Art theft is a global problem and police forces are struggling to keep on top of it. Now they are turning to AI software that snoop out the most cleverly hidden artworks.

Not to forget that the same AI tools helping investigators can also help the criminals, allowing them to manipulate an image, change a frame, digitally repair damaged areas on a painting, and, of cou…