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title: Europol Warns Data Access Critical as Cybercriminals Outpace Law Enforcement
description: Cybercriminals outpace authorities by exploiting encryption, with global experts urging updated regulations at Europol's Cybercrime Conference.
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# Europol Warns Data Access Critical as Cybercriminals Outpace Law Enforcement

Cybercriminals outpace authorities by exploiting encryption, with global experts urging updated regulations at Europol's Cybercrime Conference.

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Europol's executive director Catherine de Bolle told 500 global experts that cybercriminals are exploiting encryption and emerging technologies faster than authorities can respond. At the agency's annual Cybercrime Conference, officials emphasized that lawful data access has become the decisive factor in fighting cyber threats. European Commissioner Magnus Brunner stressed that "cybercrime knows no borders" as drones threaten critical infrastructure and criminals exploit new technologies. The conference highlighted successful operations including Operation Eastwood, which disrupted pro-Russian hacktivists, and Operation Ratatouille, leading to arrests of major cybercrime platform administrators. Delegates discussed balancing privacy with security needs and updating regulatory frameworks to match evolving technology. **Source:** [Industrial Cyber](https://industrialcyber.co/threat-landscape/europol-highlights-lawful-access-as-key-to-tackling-modern-cyber-threats/)

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