The financiers of the Provincial Command of Barletta reported to the Judicial Authority a 30-year-old Italian citizen from Trinitapoli, with no criminal record, for the possession of numerous videos and images with child pornography content which depicted minors in a sexually explicit attitude.
The Fiamme Gialle of the Tenenza of Margherita di Savoia, during investigations aimed at preventing the use of the financial system for the purpose of money laundering, making use of the currency police powers delegated by the Special Currency Police Unit of Rome, found numerous anomalous financial transactions carried out using credit cards (so-called revolving cards) or prepaid cards and, in some cases, the use of bitcoin, all referring to online purchases from foreign sites.
In developing the controls, the financiers carried out a house search delegated by the Public Prosecutor’s Office of Bari, together with specialized personnel from the Operational Section for cyber security of the Postal Police of Foggia, in the man’s home in Trinitapoli, finding a smartphone phone.
The forensic analysis revealed hundreds of videos and images with child pornography content, the subject of IT transactions carried out on some US sites. In particular, using particular search engines capable of making users navigate anonymously on the darkweb (hidden web) and on the deepweb (deep web), the man would have concluded several purchases of cryptocurrencies which he subsequently used for the purchase of child pornography material, for the value of a few hundred euros. At the end of the investigations, the Public Prosecutor’s Office of Bari presented the request for committal to trial to the Judge for the preliminary hearing.
What technological advancements in cybersecurity can help enhance the detection and prevention of child pornography activities in the digital space?
World-today-news.com interviews two guests, an expert in cybersecurity and a child psychologist, to discuss the recent discoveries of child pornography materials and the use of cryptocurrencies for illicit purposes.
**Cybersecurity Expert:** Can you give us an overview of how criminals are using cryptocurrencies to hide their illegal activities, particularly in the context of child pornography? How can we improve our detection methods for these types of transactions?
**Child Psychologist:** The exploitation of children for this heinous purpose is a growing concern worldwide. What are the long-term effects on the mental health and well-being of children who are victims of child pornography, and how can we provide support for them after such an ordeal?
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**Cybersecurity Expert:** Could you expand on the risks associated with the darkweb and deepweb in relation to child pornography? How can we raise awareness about the dangers of these hidden corners of the internet?
**Child Psychologist:** As a child psychologist, I would like to highlight the importance of education and prevention. What are some effective strategies we can implement to protect children from falling prey to predators who use these technologies to exploit them?
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**Cybersecurity Expert:** In your opinion, what role do law enforcement agencies play in combating these online crimes? Do they need more resources or training to tackle this evolving threat?
**Child Psychologist:** As a mental health professional, I think it’s crucial to address the need for rehabilitation and counseling services for offenders as well. Can you speak to the challenges and potential solutions for providing resources for both victims and offenders?
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**Child Psychologist:** what do you think are the broader societal implications of these crimes, and how can we work together to create a safer environment for our children online and offline?
