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“We
are investing in research that will help to safeguard the province’s public
sector computer network against criminal misuse and strengthen British Columbia’s
position as an international leader in information security and protection of
privacy,” said Black.
The
International Cybercrime Research Centre will conduct research into a wide
variety of cybercrime concerns, including economic crimes, social networking
abuses, identity management and critical infrastructure protection. It will
also analyze international trends and serve as an educational centre for
industry professionals.
The centre is a unique
partnership between the Province,
POLCYB is a B.C.-based
not-for-profit society that draws on an international community of experts to
prevent and combat crimes in cyberspace.
“This is an important addition to the existing
international network of cybercrime fighting agencies,” said the centre’s administrative director Bessie Pang. “The ability to share information instantly across borders is key to
understanding and responding to emerging threats.”
“This partnership boosts
our research capability and gives us the potential to significantly expand our
knowledge base,” said Dr. Rob Gordon, director of the SFU School of
Criminology.
To view video highlights of
the Minister Black's announcement, visit http://www.mediaroom.gov.bc.ca/video/ministry/cybercrime.htm/.
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