Cybercrime in Global and National Dimensions: Challenges, Impacts, and Solutions

A special issue of Laws (ISSN 2075-471X).

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Dear Colleagues,

In an era where cybercrime is rapidly evolving and increasingly impacting both the global and national spheres, this Special Issue titled "Cybercrime in Global and National Dimensions: Challenges, Impacts, and Solutions" aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of this multifaceted phenomenon. This Special Issue aims to cast a comprehensive lens over the evolving landscape of cybercrime, acknowledging its significant repercussions on both global and national scales.

Our intent is to cultivate a broad and inclusive exploration of cybercrime, encouraging submissions that touch upon various types of cybercrime issues. This Special Issue seeks to provide a platform for discussing the multifaceted nature of cybercrime, highlighting the interconnectedness of global networks, the challenges faced by both private and public sectors, and the differing approaches adopted by nations in response to these crimes.

Contributors are invited to share their insights on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

  • The global and national dynamics of cybercrime, focusing on how digital technologies facilitate these offenses and the challenges posed for international cooperation and law enforcement;
  • Critical examinations of national legal frameworks, strategies, and policies in combating cybercrime, and their effectiveness in various jurisdictions;
  • In-depth analyses of the specific types of cybercrime, their unique characteristics, and trends, contributing to a holistic understanding of the issue;
  • Discussions on the social, economic, and psychological impacts of cybercrime, offering perspectives on the experiences of victims and the broader implications for society;
  • Reviews of existing legal and policy frameworks, their implementation, and suggestions for reforms to fortify the legal stance against cybercrime, aimed at policymakers, legal professionals, and enforcement agencies;
  • Innovative preventive strategies and technical solutions to mitigate cybercrime risks, providing practical guidance for stakeholders, including cybersecurity experts and the general public;
  • Forward-looking analyses on the evolution of cyber threats and the anticipation of emerging challenges, emphasizing the need for ongoing research and the adaptation of new strategies in the face of evolving cybercriminal tactics.

We encourage submissions that not only address these topics but also highlight innovative solutions, collaborative efforts, and successful models in combating cybercrime. This encompasses interdisciplinary research, public–private partnerships, and international collaborations, offering a stage for sharing models and approaches that can be replicated or tailored to various contexts.

Prof. Dr. Kyung-Shick Choi
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • cybercrime dynamics
  • global–national impact
  • legal frameworks
  • prevention strategies
  • technological solutions

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Reconceptualizing Policing for Cybercrime: Perspectives from Singapore
by Azfer A. Khan
Laws 2024, 13(4), 44; https://doi.org/10.3390/laws13040044 - 10 Jul 2024
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As cybercrime proliferates globally, law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in responding effectively. This essay shares perspectives from Singapore, where cybercrime accounted for about 70% of the total annual crime in 2023, with no clear data on case resolution rates. This situation reflects [...] Read more.
As cybercrime proliferates globally, law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in responding effectively. This essay shares perspectives from Singapore, where cybercrime accounted for about 70% of the total annual crime in 2023, with no clear data on case resolution rates. This situation reflects a broader global trend and highlights the need to reconceptualize policing objectives in cyberspace. The fundamental differences between cybercrime and physical crime necessitate a shift from emphasizing the identification and prosecution of perpetrators to adopting a harm-centric perspective. Under this perspective, structures and policies should be implemented to disrupt financial flows, ensure data security, disrupt the spread of harmful content, and prevent physical damage. Once this is done, strategies such as public–private partnerships, international cooperation, and training and building capabilities to address specific harms can be more effectively implemented to mitigate the growing threat that cybercrime poses worldwide. Full article
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