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Flashcards in Globalisation - New Crime Deck (6)
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1
Q

Which theorist talks about globalisation and new crime?

A

Castells

2
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Why does Castells think new crimes have developed?

A

Due to the increase in communication technology

3
Q

Name 3 new crimes

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Hacking, Child pornography, Online fraud

4
Q

Give and example of hacking in new crime

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China - hacked google to censor what their country could search about their government

5
Q

Give an example of child porn in new crimes

A

Dreamboard - 47 pleaded guilty for involvement with this criminal network, biggest case in US history

6
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Give an example of online fraud in new crimes

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Tesco banking - £2.5 million lost due to fraudulent transactions