UN achieves a historic milestone (Aug 2024) by approving its first legally binding cybercrime instrument, strengthening global efforts to tackle digital-age crimes

This landmark agreement aims to strengthen global efforts against digital-age crimes by enhancing international cooperation, bolstering law enforcement initiatives, and advancing technical assistance and capacity-building for cybercrime prevention. From terrorism financing to trafficking and fraud, this treaty emphasizes the critical role of tech in both enabling and combating financial crime.