Recent revelations about Europol’s alleged shadow data repository raise serious concerns about the lawful collection and use of evidence in cross-border investigations. Against the backdrop of Sky ECC, EncroChat and ANOM cases, the article highlights the urgent need for transparency and independent judicial scrutiny to safeguard fair trial rights and the integrity of criminal proceedings.

Our member Justus Reisinger talked about the lessons to be learned from SkyECC, as “a case study” at the CPDP.ai conference 2025.