Criminal law and criminological aspects of illegal online fundraising

Abstract

The paper analyzes the phenomenon of illegal fundraising in the online space. In the era of digital development and the ubiquity of online platforms, the risks associated with financial fraud are taking on new dimensions. Illegally conducted fundraising campaigns are becoming increasingly sophisticated, employing advanced manipulation techniques and social engineering to achieve their goals. The paper identifies various forms of illegal online fundraising, including fake crowdfunding campaigns and other fraud schemes. It also characterizes the mechanisms behind these fundraisers and methods for detecting and countering them. In light of the growing number of financial fraud cases online, understanding the nature of these threats and developing effective prevention strategies is becoming increasingly important.