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    A new law enabling the National Crime Agency and police to seize, freeze, and destroy crypto assets is now in effect in the UK. Under this law, police can seize crypto from suspects without needing to make an arrest first. Additionally, victims have the right to request the release of funds held in crypto accounts […]

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    A new British cybersecurity law mandates smart device manufacturers like Apple to enhance protections or face hefty penalties. The legislation, known as the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act, introduces robust requirements aimed at securing devices connected to the internet to make it harder for cybercriminals to get access to private networks. The law specifically targets the inadequacies in current security measures by mandating three major changes: the...