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Budapest Convention

The Budapest Convention, formally known as the Convention on Cybercrime, is an international treaty aimed at enhancing cooperation among countries to tackle cybercrime. Established in 2001, it provides a framework for countries to work together in investigating and prosecuting offenses committed via the internet, such as hacking, online fraud, and child exploitation. The convention promotes the sharing of information and resources among law enforcement agencies and sets standards for national laws regarding cybercrime. By fostering international collaboration, the Budapest Convention seeks to make the digital world safer for everyone.