April 4 news, a new report from the Scottish Police Department shows that crypto-related crimes have increased by an astonishing 2,000% since 2019, according to Cryptonews. The 2025 Annual Report submitted to the Scottish Police Service (SPA) Police Performance Committee outlines the growing challenges law enforcement faces in combating cybercrime and fraud, especially crimes and fraud involving cryptocurrencies. The authorities stressed that despite significant progress in digital forensics and tracking technologies, Scotland still lacks a dedicated cryptocurrency crime sector. This flaw is currently being addressed by establishing a network and fraud command department, which aims to consolidate Scotland’s approach to investigating and prosecuting digital crimes. Despite these advances, the rapid development of cybercrime still poses a huge threat and requires further investment in law enforcement capabilities.