Europol warns of rising online exploitation of minors

(DigWatch) Europol has warned that criminal networks are increasingly using digital platforms to target, manipulate and recruit minors into criminal activity. The agency said offenders exploit online environments, including dark web portals, social media networks, games and e-commerce platforms, which can offer anonymity, reach and operational efficiency. Europol and the EU member states have observed growing use of these digital tools to target and recruit minors. – Europol warns of rising online exploitation of minors | Digital Watch Observatory