Cybercrime costs UK economy £1.8bn a year - September - 2012 - Which? News
It is estimated that that more than 12.5 million British consumers fell victim to cybercrime in the past twelve months, according to a new report. The 2012 Norton Cybercrime Report claims that this cost the UK economy £1.8bn in the past years. The report highlights the change in tactics that cyber criminals are adapting to target their victims, with a greater focus on fast growing mobile platforms and social networks where consumers are less aware of the risks. read more : Cybercrime costs UK economy £1.8bn a year - September - 2012 - Which? News