The Sharing Economy for Tackling Cybercrime

Europol's online sharing platforms are used to combat ransomware, money laundering with cryptocurrencies, and online child sexual exploitation. This book examines the feasibility of these platforms to enhance public-private partnerships to tackle cybercrime, offering insights for policymakers, researchers, and the public.

Format: Hardback
Length: 125 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Since the global financial crisis, online sharing economy platforms have revolutionized the way we utilize underutilized resources. Individuals with cars or spare rooms, such as through platforms like Uber and Airbnb, have begun sharing their underutilized assets with others, generating additional income. The success of these platforms in efficiently utilizing limited resources has sparked a debate about whether a similar governance model can be implemented by public administrations to address resource scarcity.

In the realm of cybercrime, law enforcement agencies face significant challenges due to the lack of sufficient resources to combat these crimes effectively. Recognizing the need for collaboration with the private sector, Europol, the European Union Policing Agency, has taken a pioneering approach by engaging with policing agencies and private industry. This book, through extensive research, aims to explore the feasibility of online sharing economy platforms in enhancing public-private partnerships to tackle cybercrime.

The book offers valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and the general public interested in emerging trends in the sharing economy, innovative governance models, public-private partnerships, and cybercrime investigations. By examining the experiences and strategies of Europol, the book provides valuable lessons and recommendations for policymakers seeking to leverage the potential of online sharing economy platforms in combating cybercrime.

In conclusion, the book explores the potential of online sharing economy platforms to enhance public-private partnerships in tackling cybercrime. By examining the experiences and strategies of Europol, it offers valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and the public interested in innovative governance models and cybercrime investigations. As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of cybercrime, this book provides a roadmap for building stronger partnerships and leveraging technology to create a safer and more secure digital environment.

Weight: 395g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031202735
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023