UN General Assembly adopts cybercrime treaty amid concerns
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🌐 UN General Assembly adopts landmark cybercrime convention amid concerns. The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously adopted a new Convention against Cybercrime, aimed at enhancing international cooperation in combating cybercrime. Set to be formally signed in Hanoi in 2025, the treaty establishes a framework for law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations across borders. However, it has faced significant criticism from human rights activists and tech companies, who warn it may be misused by authoritarian regimes to infringe on privacy rights and freedom of expression. Despite these concerns, U.S. officials support the treaty, emphasizing the need for accountability measures to prevent abuse. The convention marks the first international anti-crime treaty in two decades, addressing issues like online child exploitation and financial fraud.
