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The Europol Podcast

Europol
Europol
Organized Crime
Cybercrime
Online Fraud
Artificial Intelligence
Law Enforcement
Terrorism
Burgenland Corpses Discovery
Drug Trafficking
AI Technology
Fraud Methods
Cocaine Trafficking
Operation Familia
Organized Crime Groups
Cryptocurrency
Investment Fraud
Human Smuggling
Refugee Crisis
Kinahan Cartel
Quantum Technology

The Europol Podcast is the official podcast of the EU’s agency for law enforcement cooperation. In this series, we shine a light on some of the biggest operations Europol has supported, and how we continue to fight crime.

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Fraud schemes represent the fastest-growing area of organised crime. Online fraud schemes (OFS) networks target both individuals and organisations, operating as highly efficient and transnational industries. These networks employ a range of logistica... more

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Ransomware continues to pose a dominant threat across the EU. Criminal actors persist in exploiting vulnerabilities in the digital supply chain and are increasingly employing social engineering techniques. Moreover, they are evolving through the use ... more

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Offenders involved in child sexual exploitation are swiftly adapting to new technologies, broadening their criminal activities, increasing opportunities for abuse, and making the exchange of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) more efficient and lucra... more

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In the rapidly evolving cybercrime landscape, a wide variety of enablers facilitate illicit activities. These range from resilient dark web marketplaces, the use of cryptocurrencies as payment methods, to multi-layered infrastructures designed to avo... more

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Jorge Rosal Cosano
Head of team at Europol
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Episode: How online fraud schemes are becoming a growing threat
Michaël De Laet
Head of team at Europol's EC3 focusing on ransomware and cybercrime investigations
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Episode: How ransomware is evolving
Danny van Althuis
Head of team at Europol
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Episode: How CSAM offenders are adapting to new technology
Edvardas Šileris
Head of the European Cybercrime Centre at Europol
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Episode: How cybercrime enablers are facilitating crime
Marijn Schuurbiers
Head of Operations, European Cybercrime Centre
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Episode: How cybercrime enablers are facilitating crime
Amarnath Amarasingam
An assistant professor at the School of Religion, Queen's University, and an expert in terrorist and extremist propaganda.
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Episode: Countering Online Terrorist Propaganda

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Olivia
Host of the Europol Podcast, focusing on law enforcement operations and crime prevention initiatives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • Most interesting

    Awesome podcast! In „protecting vulnerable children“ the voices were sometimes a bit unclear. But overall I understood everything.

    Didn‘t know how much Europol already does in crime fighting. Seeing how much crimes are committed over state borders this has to be the future. Go on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blacky_95
    Germany3 years ago
  • Superb podcast — an absolute must-listen

    What a fantastic initiative from Europol!

    Congratulations to the Europol staff who had the audacity and vision to create this podcast.

    This is a prime example of how to bring the work of EU institutions and agencies closer to citizens in the XXI century. Keep up with the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jfer1604
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The clarity and insights provided by experts are frequently commended, though there are occasional critiques about audio quality.
Many find the podcast a refreshing approach to bringing awareness to Europol's initiatives and operations.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions about crime and law enforcement strategies.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#12
France/Government
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#69
Italy/Government
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#85
Germany/Government
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#19
Austria/Government
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#21
Poland/Government
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#44
Sweden/Government

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How CSAM offenders are adapting to new technology
Q: And talking more about progress within this field, what does success look like in this line of work? How do you measure it?
Success is defined by safeguarding victims; indicators include the identification and protection of victims and effective collaboration to prevent further abuse.
How CSAM offenders are adapting to new technology
Q: What is it like to work directly with CSAM material on a daily basis, and how do you cope with the emotional toll of it all?
Danny explains that his own daily work doesn't involve viewing CSAM, but some team members do; they emphasize peer support, resilience checks twice a year, and maintaining a balance with other investigative tasks.
How CSAM offenders are adapting to new technology
Q: Thank you, Danny. What do you say we go straight ahead to get the Q&A session started?
The host and Danny acknowledge starting the Q&A and proceed to take questions, with Danny prepared to discuss the IOCTA chapter in more depth.
How cybercrime enablers are facilitating crime
Q: What collaborative efforts are needed between international law enforcement agencies to effectively combat cybercrime?
International cooperation is crucial because most cybercrime crosses borders; there is a need for common legislation, consistent standards, and rapid information exchange that is admissible in court. Europol coordinates a Cybercrime Action Task Force with liaison officers across 54 countries to accelerate case coordination and information sharing.
How online fraud schemes are becoming a growing threat
Q: What can the public do to protect themselves from online fraud schemes?
Be cautious with emails or SMS asking to click links, verify sender identity, and use strong, unique passwords while keeping software up to date; think twice about offers that seem too good to be true and consult trusted friends or relatives before acting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Europol Podcast

What is The Europol Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on critical law enforcement challenges and insights from Europol, the European Union's law enforcement agency. Through discussions with experts, it covers a variety of pressing topics, including the impact of artificial intelligence on organized crime, online fraud, and the destabilization caused by criminal networks within the EU. Episodes delve into specific operations undertaken by Europol, showcasing how technology and international cooperation are pivotal in combatting crime. Major themes also include youth recruitment into crime via social media and the increasing prevalence of online criminal activities, all underscoring the urgent need for proactive law enforcement strategies. The content is likely to resonate w... more

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1. Jorge Rosal Cosano
2. Michaël De Laet
3. Danny van Althuis
4. Edvardas Šileris
5. Marijn Schuurbiers
6. Amarnath Amarasingam

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