Europol warns that artificial intelligence is significantly enhancing organized crime within the EU, as outlined in their latest report on organized crime. This report indicates that cybercrime is evolving into a complex threat, targeting not just individual victims but also institutions through highly sophisticated AI-driven attacks. Such attacks blur the lines between profit-driven crime and state-sponsored destabilization, contributing to societal erosion. Notably, the volume of child sexual abuse material has surged due to AI, complicating law enforcement efforts. The report underscores the need for a coordinated response to combat these emerging threats effectively.
The report highlights that offenses from drug trafficking to cyber attacks are generating illicit proceeds, spreading violence, and normalizing corruption, thereby undermining society.
Europol's Executive Director Catherine De Bolle noted that cybercrime is evolving into a digital arms race, with AI-driven attacks becoming increasingly precise and state-aligned.
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