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computer crime
Cyber: How big is the threat?
The internet has transformed the world into a global village transcending physical borders and palpable distances. Often described as ‘fog’ or a ‘globalised network of networks’, cyberspace is extremely complex, accessible to everyone and difficult to pinpoint. Continue reading
The new European cybersecurity competence centre and network [EU Legislation in Progress]
On 13 September 2017, the Commission adopted a cybersecurity package containing a series of initiatives to further improve EU cyber-resilience, deterrence and defence. Continue reading
Victims of cyberbullying [What Europe does for you]
Cyberbullying is verbal or psychological harassment carried out via electronic means of communication, usually repetitively and mostly via social media. It can take various forms such as insults, threats and intimidation, gossip, exclusion, stalking or identity theft. Continue reading
Victims of cybercrime [What Europe does for you]
Like 70 % of EU citizens you probably use the internet every day. Maybe you are one of the 86 % of Europeans feeling increasingly worried about cybercrime. Continue reading
Cybersecurity [What Think Tanks are thinking]
Cybersecurity was back in the spotlight earlier in October, when several Western countries issued a coordinated denunciation of Russia, accusing it of running a global hacking campaign. Moscow denied the allegations. Continue reading
Computational propaganda techniques
The techniques used by anti-democratic state and non-state actors to disrupt or influence democratic processes are constantly evolving. The use of algorithms, automation and artificial intelligence is boosting the scope and the efficiency of disinformation campaigns and related cyber-activities. Continue reading
Cyber-security [What Think Tanks are thinking]
Cyber-security can be defined as the protection of computer systems and mobile devices from theft and damage to their hardware, software or information, as well as from disruption or misdirection of the services they provide. Cyber-crime and cyber-attacks have become a growing threat to governments, businesses and individuals as digital technologies advance. Continue reading
Attacks against information systems
To fight cross-border crimes affecting information and communications networks (cybercrime) is a priority for the EU internal security strategy. To counter so-called cyber-attacks in a borderless space, both the Council of Europe and the EU have drawn up common strategies, operational measures and legislation. Crimes beyond national borders The internet, while opening up information flows, … Continue reading
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