Challenges for regulating financial fraud in cyberspace

Nigel Fletcher

Journal of Financial Crime, 2007, vol. 14, issue 2, 190-207

Abstract: Purpose - This paper seeks to examine the problem of cyber fraud, a situation created by online financial transactions. Design/methodology/approach - Examines the challenges to regulating financial fraud in cyberspace, e.g. those responsible for the fraud; the possibility of prosecution; and the position of cyberspace in the light of jurisdiction and control. Findings - Finds that the introduction of internet specific regulation would be useful in combating cyberspace fraud. Originality/value - This paper arguably breaks new ground in recommending measures to combat financial fraud in cyberspace.

Keywords: Internet; Cybernetics; Fraud; Regulation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2007
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DOI: 10.1108/13590790710742672

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