Europol has released its  2025 serious and organised crime threat assessment, which discusses how Russia and other state actors are driving an increase in politically motivated cyber-attacks and sabotage of infrastructure and public institutions in the EU. In connection with this release, Andy Norton, European Cyber Risk Officer at Armis, shares his views on cyberwarfare no longer being about one-off attacks – but instead a continuous, hybrid assault designed to erode trust and destabilise nations over time. Continue reading…

Global cooperation is key to ensuring safety and fighting the increasingly numerous international operating criminal networks. On 7 March, representatives from 15 Latin American countries visited Eurojust to experience first-hand how the Agency ensures that judicial authorities can work together swiftly and safely. Continue reading…

For nine years, Risk in Focus has been the trusted resource for internal auditors to shape their risk assessments, annual plans, and audit strategies. The 2025 report reveals a fast-approaching wave of digital disruption, AI advancements, and interconnected risks like never before. Continue reading…

Cooperation with countries outside the European Union to fight impunity for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity will be bolstered by a dedicated new project launched today at Eurojust. This should lead to fewer ‘safe havens’ for perpetrators of such core international crimes. The collaboration with civil society organisations (CSOs) and coordination of their efforts can also be strengthened via this four-year National Authorities against Impunity Project (IMPNA). Continue reading…

Eurojust has supported the German and Dutch authorities in stopping a series of severe retaliatory attacks between criminals using explosives and firearms to settle scores. A total of 23 suspects have been arrested, including three during an action day this week. Eurojust assisted with the execution of European Arrest Warrants (EAWs) and European Investigation Orders (EIOs) and coordinated the judicial cooperation between the authorities.

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As the hub for cross-border judicial cooperation, Eurojust works together with national authorities to fight organised crime. Our support and expertise helps authorities to solve complex investigations into a variety of crime types. In 2024, we saw a number of long running cases lead to joint operations that arrested suspects, seized goods and stopped criminals in their tracks. Continue reading…

The EU continues to remain a leading global humanitarian aid donor. With more than 300 million people estimated to need humanitarian assistance in 2025, the EU has on 16 January announced an initial humanitarian budget for 2025 of €1.9 billion. Continue reading…

by Andy Norton

The EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) has been on the regulatory horizon for some time. Yet its implications for the financial sector remain a pressing concern. As DORA has now come into effect as of 17 January, many financial institutions, burdened by legacy systems and a patchwork of software applications1, find themselves ill-prepared to meet DORA’s stringent requirements. Yet, some UK companies, especially smaller third-party ICT suppliers2, might think they’re exempt from DORA’s requirements in the wake of its EU exit. That’s not exactly the case. In fact, it’s unsurprising that 39% of organisations3 admit to feeling challenged by the UK’s increasingly complicated regulations and governance requirements; DORA is just another on a long list of regulations that firms must adhere to. Continue reading…

Italian authorities have disrupted a sophisticated operation that was illegally exporting precious archaeological artefacts belonging to the Italian state. The criminal group worked with expert grave robbers and thieves to excavate numerous objects. Following a complex investigation lasting over several years, Italian authorities, supported by Eurojust, dismantled the organisation and arrested four suspects.

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In a concerted operation, Belgian and Dutch authorities have cracked down on an internationally operating ‘phone phishing’ gang, leading to the arrest of eight suspects. In addition to ‘phishing’, or trying to gain access to bank or financial data by phone or online, the suspects also visited mainly elderly victims at their homes, pretending to be bank employees or police officers. Eurojust and Europol coordinated and supported the actions in Belgium and the Netherlands, where 17 places were also searched. Continue reading…