Global Ghost Network Encrypted Takedown & Transnational Policing
Key Questions
What actions has the US taken against Brazilian criminal groups?
The US has designated Brazil's PCC and Comando Vermelho as terrorist organizations, though Brazil has rejected the designation. PCC infiltration of fuel and finance sectors continues.
How are criminal syndicates using technology to recruit?
Criminal syndicates are recruiting vulnerable teenagers via encrypted digital platforms and gaming apps. Chinese money laundering networks are operating through e-commerce and mobile payments.
What major asset seizures have occurred recently?
Italy seized €200M in Mafia assets, and Australia conducted a major meth bust. Europol dismantled a cryptocurrency crime ring used for laundering.
What money laundering activities were uncovered in London?
An ITV investigation revealed millions in criminal cash, some linked to Russia, being laundered on a London street. Two men were sentenced for funnelling £14m through an East London network.
What cross-border operations are targeting fugitives and trafficking?
Interpol operations and CBI efforts have brought back high-profile fugitives from Thailand and Georgia. A Miami-Dade sting charged dozens with trafficking minors ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
How is Southeast Asia involved in cyber fraud?
A deep dive into Southeast Asia cyber fraud shows links to global criminal syndicates. Drug tunnels between Mexico and the US remain a focus of enforcement.
What is Australia's response to modern slavery in crime?
A report identifies gaps in Australia's criminal justice response to modern slavery. Strengthening measures aim to improve victim support and prosecutions.
What gang-related incidents were reported in Australia?
A father was targeted in a failed gang assassination outside a school. A notorious gang member was arrested on drug charges amid US strikes on related networks.
US designates Brazil's PCC and Comando Vermelho as terrorist organizations; Brazil rejects. Chinese money laundering networks via e-commerce. Criminal syndicates recruit teens via encrypted gaming platforms. Italy seizes €200M Mafia assets. Australia meth bust. Southeast Asia cyber fraud deep dive. PCC infiltration of fuel/finance sectors. Drug tunnel Mexico-US. Interpol operations. New: Russian-linked money laundering on a London street (ITV investigation).