Please note: Information-related cybercrime as defined in this report refers to criminal behavior that uses the internet as a tool or means to harm society, infringe upon the legitimate rights and interests of citizens, or damage computer systems.
According to the People's Supreme Court, fraud was the most prevalent internet crime in China in 2021, accounting for around **** of all cases. The court has 282 categories for online crimes, but the majority of recorded cases falls back on fraud, conspiracy to aid in a cybercrime, and running online casinos.
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