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Srsly Risky Biz: Australian government to shut down AN0M evidence appeals
Nov 28, 2024
Delve into the Australian government's bold move to validate warrants from the AN0M sting operation, raising eyebrows about potential abuses of power. Unpack the bipartisan support for retrospective legislation and its implications for organized crime. The discussion shifts to a CISA report on critical infrastructure breaches and accountability in cybersecurity. Finally, explore the ramifications of the FTC's investigation into Microsoft, highlighting the urgent need for robust measures against cyber threats in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.
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- The Australian government's retrospective legislation on ANOM evidence aims to validate warrants used in the sting operation, raising legal and ethical concerns.
- Despite controversy, supporters argue that the new law is vital to safeguarding convictions against skilled legal defenses utilized by affluent offenders.
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Legislation Following the ANOM Sting Operation
The Australian government is advancing new legislation to ensure that evidence collected from the ANOM sting operation, a joint effort by the FBI and the Australian Federal Police, is valid in court. This operation involved selling supposedly secure phones to criminals while covertly capturing messages sent over the network. As a result, there have been significant arrests and seizures, including 6.6 tonnes of drugs and $55 million in cash. However, the decision to pass retrospective legislation has sparked controversy, raising concerns about undermining the legal rights of the accused.
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