On August 12, 2026, President [Name] issued a memorandum aimed at enhancing the United States' capabilities to combat transnational cyber-enabled crime. The memorandum outlines the growing threat posed by Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and emphasizes the need for collaboration with the private sector to leverage its innovative capabilities in identifying and disrupting cybercriminal networks.
The National Coordination Center (NCC) is tasked with establishing a program that allows vetted private companies to conduct Cyber Surveillance Operations and Cyber Effects Operations against foreign Cyber-Enabled Transnational Criminal Organizations (CE-TCOs). This program will be overseen by co-Executive Directors from the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security. The memorandum also mandates that participating companies undergo rigorous vetting and adhere to strict operational procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. laws and international obligations.