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Van Weel: we will increasingly see major cybercrime

Van Weel: we will increasingly see major cybercrime

Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel warns that major cyberattacks, such as those targeting ChipSoft and Odido, will become increasingly common as global cybercrime rises. He stresses the need for more intensive measures to combat these growing digital threats.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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