Fraud and identity theft; hacking; electronic vandalism; cyber terrorism and extortion; cyberstalking; invasion of privacy; cyberbullying and offensive material. These are just some of the digitally enabled crimes or illicit activities that can infringe on an individual’s human rights. As…
Extortion. Yes, it is an ugly word and its meaning seems to transcend that of blackmail, reaching into the seedier corners of the criminal trade to obtain money – or information – illegally. Just as extortion takes place regularly in…
If you’re familiar with mafia movies then you’re familiar with extortion – the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats. Extortion has been around for centuries – well before “The Godfather” or “Goodfellas.” Even cyber extortion, which…