Autonomous City of Buenos Aires Takes Lead in Fighting Cybercrime

The Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (UFEDYCI) has made a groundbreaking move by establishing a specialized unit to combat cybercrime and provide swift justice to victims. Led by Dr. Daniela Dupuy, the unit will focus on digital investigations, enabling the oral and public trial to be reached in a timely manner.

Specialized Prosecutor’s Office in Cybercrime (UFECI) Takes the Lead

Headed by Dr. Horacio Azzolin, UFECI is tasked with conducting preliminary investigations and assisting prosecutors in cases where the computer system has been the object of a crime or was used as a means of committing it.

Department of Cybercrime and Applied Technologies

Led by Dra. Gisela Burcatt, this specialized unit investigates crimes committed through electronic and technological means, providing technical support in criminal investigations related to technology.

Province-Wide Efforts

In addition to the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, other provinces have established their own specialized fiscal units to combat cybercrime. These units are responsible for investigating and recovering cryptocurrencies subject to crimes.

A Glimpse of Protection for Cryptocurrencies: Some Light at the End of the Tunnel

Despite the lack of regulation in Argentina, a new bill aims to regulate companies providing cryptocurrency services, providing greater protection to users and generating a transparent market. The bill proposes measures such as creating a registry of digital assets service providers and equating Crypto Exchanges to banks.

Judicial Precedents Set the Standard

Judges have already pronounced on the matter, setting a precedent for the importance of regulating cryptocurrencies. Sentences have been handed down involving prison sentences for frauds using fictitious cryptocurrencies or draining other people’s accounts electronically.

A Shift in Regulation Imminent?

With the inauguration of a new president from a political party divergent from the previous leadership, Argentina may be poised to shift its regulatory landscape. This change could bring transparency and better control over the use of cryptocurrencies in the country.

About the Authors

By Gustavo Bethular and Sofia Grassi

RCTZZ, Buenos Aires