SELECTED ASPECTS OF THE INVESTIGATION OF INTERNET FRAUD

Abstract

Modern technology and digitalization are key reasons for the spread of cybercrime in the world. Depending on the degree of their application, two categories of crime are distinguished: the first is cyber-related crime and the second is cyber-related crime.

This article examines one of the most common cybercrimes belonging to the second category - Internet fraud.  The author analyzes certain aspects of this type of crime, the concept and its main types, the reasons for the spread and poor solving of cases by law enforcement agencies. The questions of necessity of constant improvement of methods of struggle against Internet fraud, by means of improvement of qualification of employees of law enforcement bodies, introduction of new educational programs or separate training modules and use of modern technologies such as blockchain or artificial intelligence are touched upon. Emphasized the use of cryptocurrencies by criminals to hide traces of criminal activity.

The features of some types of digital assets popular among perpetrators of criminal offenses are disclosed.

The paper focuses on modern methods of investigation of such crimes, with emphasis on the importance of electronic evidence and analysis of digital traces. The author of the article emphasizes the need to create a targeted system of combating Internet fraudsters, through the introduction of organizational and technical methods of counteraction, as well as strengthening preventive measures that can minimize the number of crimes of this type.

The results of this study can be used in the development of specialized educational programs for law enforcement officers involved in the investigation of cybercrime, as well as for the development of more effective methods of detection and suppression of Internet fraud.