Dennis Miralis is a leading Australian defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Dennis is a Partner at Nyman Gibson Miralis and specialises in international criminal law.

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Digital technology and dissemination at the heart of INTERPOL’s 2023 annual report

INTERPOL, the international organisation that facilitates international police cooperation, released its 2023 Annual Report (“the Report”) in November 2024. The Report highlighted the importance of digital technology and increased cooperation between members to combat changing criminal behaviours and structures. In the Report’s foreword, Secretary General Jürgen Stock highlighted how advances in technology could be both…

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ICC President addresses UN General Assembly, advocates for justice amid rising challenges

ICC President Tomoko Akane met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on 28 October 2024 ©UN Photo/Mark Garten On October 28, 2024, Judge Tomoko Akane, President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to present the Court’s annual report. This marked her first appearance before the UNGA since assuming the…

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Understanding and combating organised online fraud: A growing global challenge

Fraud has adapted rapidly to technological advancements, becoming more sophisticated and pervasive in the digital age. With the rise of artificial intelligence, automation, and increasingly complex online platforms, fraud has evolved into a highly organised and profitable form of crime that affects individuals across society, especially those in vulnerable situations, such as the elderly. Today,…

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UNODC’s five-year strategy: A comprehensive plan for a safer, just, and inclusive world

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has unveiled its strategic approach for the next five years, reinforcing its mission to contribute to global peace, security, human rights, and development. This ambitious plan focuses on building a world free from drugs, crime, corruption, and terrorism through effective, efficient, and accountable support to Member…

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