Jordan, Spain, and Singapore Take Measures to Combat Cybercrime
A recent report released by the network data statistics agency, “Cybersecurity Venture Capital,” estimates that global economic losses due to cybercrime could reach up to US$8 trillion in 2023, with projections exceeding US$10 trillion in 2024. As a response to the increasing prominence of global network security threats, countries like Jordan, Spain, and Singapore are taking significant steps to combat cybercrime and protect the legitimate rights and interests of their citizens.
Jordan has seen a significant rise in cybercrime cases in recent years, prompting the government to update safety legislation and increase punitive measures. The Jordanian National Assembly passed the “Electronic Crime Law of 2023,” which aims to strengthen the fight against cybercrime by imposing stricter penalties for criminal acts such as cyber extortion, electronic fraud, and hate speech. The government emphasized the importance of popular education and cracking down on cybercrime to maintain a safe online environment.
In Spain, the number of cybercrime cases has been on the rise, with more than 375,000 cases expected in 2022. The government has launched a special Internet rectification operation to combat organized cybercrimes and increase citizens’ vigilance. Additionally, the Spanish Ministry of Interior has allocated additional support to enhance the police’s ability to prevent and combat cybercrime.
Singapore, facing an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape, has implemented new rules and measures to combat cybercrime. The Cybercrime Harm Act and Internet Code of Conduct aim to remove harmful content, block websites involved in cybercrime, and strengthen user safety protection. The government has also launched anti-fraud mobile applications and established a Media Literacy Council to raise public awareness of preventing cybercrime.
Jun Yi, head of public affairs for cybersecurity company Kaspersky, emphasized the importance of keeping up with evolving cybersecurity threats. As these countries continue to strengthen their efforts against cybercrime, it is essential for cybersecurity supervision and related legal updates to stay up to date with the latest developments.