e-crime
/iːˈkrīm/ · e·crim·e
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- A crime committed using a computer or other electronic device, such as hacking, identity theft, or online fraud. The police department is investigating a series of e-crimes that have been targeting local businesses.
noun
- A type of cybercrime that involves the unauthorized use of electronic devices or networks for malicious purposes. The company's IT department is working to prevent e-crimes by implementing robust security measures.
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- A crime that is committed using electronic means, such as email, social media, or online banking. The victim reported an e-crime to the authorities after discovering unauthorized transactions on their bank account.
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Did you know? The term 'e-crime' was first used in the late 1990s to describe the growing threat of cybercrime, and it has since become a widely accepted term in the field of cybersecurity.