Computer Offences

Cryptocurrency seizure in the bill, plus other new offences. Hackers will face up to 25 years’ jail for deliberately targeting critical infrastructure assets under proposed changes to Australia’s computer offences designed to stem the rise in ransomware attacks against businesses. The new laws will also give federal police “clear legal authority” to investigate and prosecute gangs operating offshore, and the ability to seize cryptocurrencies and other digital assets during the course of an investigation. The proposed amendments are contained in the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Ransomware Action Plan) Bill 2020 introduced to...