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ABOUT THE BOOK
As technology evolves, so do criminal activities. Traditional crimes like robbery and burglary have taken on new dimensions in the digital age. Criminals no longer need to physically break into a home or business to steal valuable assets; they can do it from behind a computer screen, often with a level of anonymity that was previously unthinkable. The rise of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, has facilitated the growth of ransomware attacks. Criminals can encrypt an individual or organization’s data and demand a ransom payment in cryptocurrency for its release.
Advancements in technology have provided both opportunities and challenges for those on both sides of the law. Criminals, once limited by physical constraints, have found new avenues to exploit. As technology advances, so does the sophistication of criminals. Policing in the digital age demands not only technical expertise but also a deep understanding of the legal and ethical implications of using advanced technologies. Moreover, it necessitates an ongoing commitment to training and skill development for law enforcement personnel.
As we embark on this exploration of future crimes and future policing, it becomes clear that we are at a pivotal moment in history. The digital revolution is reshaping our world in profound ways, and the concept of crime is evolving alongside it. Law enforcement agencies must rise to the occasion, adapting to these changes and embracing innovative strategies to combat emerging threats. In the chapters that follow, we will delve deeper into the nature of future crimes, the evolving criminal mind, and the strategies that law enforcement is employing to protect our increasingly digital and interconnected world.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
He has been a senior civil servant belonging to the Indian Police Service, with rich administrative experience and a brilliant academic background. An alumnus of Harvard University, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, and Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, he has the unique experience of holding various challenging assignments in Central Government & state governments in various sectors like Internal Security, Transport, Conventional and Renewable Energy, Disability, etc. Having authored three very popular books on Positive Psychology, he is a visiting faculty with many prominent business schools and other training institutions in the country.
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