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Outcomes of Operation LUDUS 
30 January 2026
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 4/2025
On 27 November 2025, Europol provided an overview of the results of the operation codenamed LUDUS. LUDUS is an annual operation that focuses on preventing the distribution of fake and unsafe toys in the EU market. Between 2024 and 2025, more than 7.8 million counterfeit and dangerous toys have been seized by customs authorities. Read more
EU OLAF Europol Counterfeiting & Piracy Law Enforcement Cooperation
“Pirates 3” Targets Border Smuggling 
28 January 2026
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
On 12 December 2025, Frontex informed the public about the Joint Action Days “Pirates 3”: a large-scale, intelligence-led operation conducted at the EU’s external borders, targeting organised criminal networks smuggling people and illicit goods. The operation took place between 6 and 17 October 2025; … Read more
EU Europol Frontex Counterfeiting & Piracy Organised Crime Law Enforcement Cooperation
CJEU: New Website, Search Engine, and Web TV 
23 January 2026 (updated 8 months, 1 week ago)
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
At the beginning of 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union modernised its digital communication to enhance openness, transparency, and accessibility for both the general public and legal professionals. This initiative includes the launch of a fully redesigned website; an upgraded and more powerful search engine (InfoCuria); and a new audiovisual platform (CVRIA Web TV). Read more
EU Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU)
Extradition for Nord Stream Pipeline Blast: EU Courts Have Ruled Differently on German EAWs 
21 January 2026 (updated 4 months, 2 weeks ago)
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 3/2025
This news item summarises the proceedings in the Nord Stream extradition case complex where courts in Italy and Poland took different surrender decisions in summer/autumn 2025. The cases sparked a legal debate on fundamental issues of the EU's extradition scheme under the Framework Decision on the European arrest warrant. Read more
EU European Arrest Warrant
Commission Renewed Adequacy Decisions for Data Transfers to the UK 
19 January 2026 (updated 2 months, 1 week ago)
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 4/2025
On 19 December 2025, the European Commission reaffirmed that the United Kingdom (UK) ensures an adequate level of data protection so that personal data can continue to be transferred to the UK as third country. Read more
EU Judicial Cooperation Law Enforcement Cooperation Police Cooperation Data Protection
EU Fines X €120 Million in First DSA Non-Compliance Decision 
19 January 2026
Dr. Anna Pingen Dr. Anna Pingen in Issue 4/2025
On 5 December 2025, the European Commission imposed a €120 million fine on X after concluding that the platform had breached several transparency duties under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This is the first non-compliance decision adopted since the DSA entered into force. The Commission determined that X had violated three core obligations. Read more
EU Digital Space Regulation
New Regulation Speeds Up Handling of Cross-Border GDPR Complaints 
16 January 2026
Dr. Anna Pingen Dr. Anna Pingen in Issue 4/2025
On 26 November 2025, the European Parliament and the Council finally adopted a new Regulation laying down additional procedural rules on the enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The Regulation (Regulation 2026/2518) was published in the Official Journal L, 2025/2518 of 12.12.2025. … Read more
EU Legislation Data Protection
THB and Labour Exploitation: Key Study Findings 
15 January 2026 (updated 5 months, 1 week ago)
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
In December 2025, the EU Anti-Trafficking Hub published a new study examining trafficking in human beings (THB) for the purpose of labour exploitation, drawing on examples from five EU countries. The study analyses how THB for labour exploitation is addressed across national systems, highlighting the complexity of existing legal frameworks and the persistent challenges in distinguishing trafficking from other forms of labour exploitation. Read more
EU Illegal Employment Trafficking in Human Beings Victim Protection
Europol and Argentina Sign Working Arrangement 
12 January 2026 (updated 4 months, 2 weeks ago)
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
On 1 December 2025, Europol and the Republic of Argentina signed a Working Arrangement to enhance cooperation in combating cross-border crime.The arrangement establishes a structured legal framework for collaboration and the exchange of non-personal information between Europol and Argentine law enforcement authorities. It is … Read more
EU Europol
Spotlight Fight against Drugs: Commission Presents New Drugs Strategy and New Legislation against Precursors 
12 January 2026
Dr. Anna Pingen Dr. Anna Pingen in Issue 4/2025
On 4 December 2026, the Commission presented a new EU Drugs Strategy and an Action Plan against drug trafficking, as well as updated rules for monitoring and controlling drug precursors. The initiatives form part of the ProtectEU – European Internal Security Strategy and set out a comprehensive response to the security, health, social, and environmental challenges linked to illicit drugs. Read more
EU Legislation Commission Organised Crime Law Enforcement Cooperation
OLAF Operational Work: September-December 2025 
12 January 2026
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 4/2025
This news item highlights key cases that demonstrate OLAF's operational work between September and December 2025. It follows reports on operations supported by OLAF in the first seven months of 2025 (→eucrim 2/2025, 125-126), including the Office's cooperation with the EPPO. The following overview is in reverse chronological order. Read more
EU OLAF
Cryptocurrency Fraud Infrastructure Dismantled 
12 January 2026
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
A large-scale international law enforcement operation, executed in two coordinated phases in October and November 2025, has dismantled the core infrastructure of a cryptocurrency fraud and money-laundering network that processed more than €700 million in illicit funds. The operation was supported and coordinated at … Read more
EU Europol Eurojust Cybercrime Money Laundering Law Enforcement Cooperation
Joint Declaration on Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling 
12 January 2026
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 4/2025
On 10 December 2025, delegations from EU Member States and partner countries, as well as international organisations approved a Joint Declaration reaffirming their commitment to strengthen international cooperation against migrant smuggling. The Declaration sets out joint ways to tackle illegal migration and THB alongside three main pillars. Read more
EU Trafficking in Human Beings Law Enforcement Cooperation
Commission Launches AI Act Whistleblower Tool 
8 January 2026
Dr. Anna Pingen Dr. Anna Pingen in Issue 4/2025
At the end of November 2025, the European Commission launched a dedicated whistleblower tool to support the enforcement of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act. The secure reporting channel was set up within the European AI Office, the Commission’s centre of expertise for AI governance, and … Read more
EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Commission
Spotlight Frontex Report on Earth Observation for Border Management 
8 January 2026
Cornelia Riehle LL.M. Cornelia Riehle LL.M. in Issue 4/2025
At the beginning of December 2025, Frontex published a new report examining how Earth Observation (EO) technologies can support national authorities managing the EU’s external borders. It also deals with the use of EO technologies to monitor cross-border crime. Read more
EU Frontex
Denmark Summarises EU Fight against Drug Trafficking 
8 January 2026
Thomas Wahl Thomas Wahl in Issue 4/2025
The Danish Council Presidency compiled a report that summarises the actions taken in view of the 2023 EU Roadmap to fight drug trafficking and organised crime. The rolling out of the roadmap came to an end in December 2025. Read more
EU Organised Crime