The evolution of cybercrime: the monitoring of serious crime in cyberspace [ 2010 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers Prof RG Broadhurst; Dr K Choo

Brief description The research ascertains future threats in cyberspace, in particular, the role of serious criminal networks. The evidence generated will benefit law enforcement, information security industries and policy makers in terms of resource assessment, law reform, and the development of effective mutual legal assistance regimes. The data enable the monitoring of cybercrime, and generate relevant metrics that inform public education aimed to reduce risks to individuals and organizations targeted by cybercrime. The research enables law enforcement, lawmakers and other key stakeholders to better understand and manage new cybercrime threats and to develop rapid and innovative solutions to serious forms of cybercrime.

Funding Amount $350,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects