Law enforcement shifts to proactive policing with information technology in focus
Law enforcement agencies are increasingly turning to information technologies to prevent crime, a trend that has shown a notable rise in usage over the recent period. Official figures reported by Russian leadership indicate a surge in crimes linked to digital tools, underscoring the need for stronger prevention and faster response. The discussions at high-level ministry meetings highlighted a clear priority: develop robust mechanisms to counter cyber-enabled offenses and act decisively before offenses unfold. Source: TASS.
During a recent board meeting of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, leaders cited a rise of about 30 percent in crimes involving information technology. The statistics show roughly 680 thousand individuals affected and damages surpassing 156 billion rubles. The stance taken by the president was firm: invest in proactive capabilities and strengthen collaboration across agencies to deter cybercriminals and reduce harm to ordinary citizens and businesses. Source: TASS.
These concerns come as the Russian travel sector faced a wave of hacker activity during the tourist season. Analysts from StormWall observed that cybercriminals show intensified interest in the travel industry as the season kicks off, breaking a winter lull and targeting guests, operators, and service platforms. The pattern suggests criminals exploit travel-related systems and data flows, which require heightened defenses and rapid incident response. Source: StormWall.
In the broader context, efforts to regulate information security extended to discussions within major security firms. Industry voices have pointed to the importance of penalties and compliance frameworks when handling data breaches, aiming to deter careless data management and strengthen penalties where leakage occurs. This ecosystem of oversight complements technical defenses and helps create a more secure digital environment for commerce and travel. Source: Kaspersky Lab.