At Dnipro State University of Internal Affairs, a training session was held for second-year cadets of the Faculty for Training Criminal Police Units of the National Police of Ukraine. The session was part of the course “Use of Criminal Analysis by Criminal Police Units.”
The event was organized by academic staff of the Department of Operational and Investigative Activities with the aim of familiarizing students with modern trends in the field of digital money, particularly in the context of its use in the planning and commission of criminal offenses.
During the session, cadets explored the concept and types of electronic money, including virtual currency, cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, types of crypto wallets, and methods for combating crimes committed using digital assets.
Special attention was given to the practical aspects of detecting publicly available information about the planning or commission of criminal offenses involving electronic money. As part of the practical module, cadets had the opportunity to apply their knowledge by analyzing open sources and forming their own conclusions.
The session contributed to the development of cadets’ analytical thinking, understanding of modern challenges faced by criminal police units, and acquisition of tools necessary to counter digital threats in law enforcement activities.
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