European Commission and Europol’s Digital Forensics report warn of critical gaps in EU law enforcement capabilities as cloud data, encryption and AI complicate investigations

The report assesses gaps in digital forensic capabilities across EU Member States to guide future EU action and investment. It identifies shortages in resources and specialist skills, inconsistent tools and limited interoperability as barriers to effective investigations and cross-border cooperation. Key challenges include accessing cloud data, analysing evidence from connected devices and vehicles, and using AI within legal safeguards….