ANALYSIS OF THE MAIN CORRUPTION PRACTICES CARRIED OUT BY THE FUNCTIONALITY OF CERTAIN FORMS OF DIGITAL ASSETS AND ASSESSMENT OF THEIR IMPACT ON THE NATIONAL SECURITY OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The presented scientific research is devoted to a topical issue – analysis of the main corruption practices carried out using the functionality of some forms of digital assets and assessment of their impact on the national security of Ukraine. It is argued that the rapid introduction of many digital technologies and innovations, in addition to advantages, has certain problematic aspects. It is emphasized that one of such positions is the rapid formation and establishment of new effective methods and means of obtaining illegal benefits. Taking into account the nature, number, possible consequences and popularization of these methods, the need to assess the potential of digital assets as progressive objects that can undermine the national security of Ukraine is emphasized.

Problematic positions in the formation and implementation of the state policy of zero tolerance for corruption through the prism of the challenges of the digital environment have been identified. It has been noted that under the current strategically established conditions it is difficult to count on the implementation of effective management measures. The development of a new Anti-Corruption Strategy with appropriate guidelines and phasing of implementation has been initiated.

The issue of the phenomenon of digital assets is revealed precisely from the position of promoting the development of corruption practices in Ukraine. It is emphasized that their exceptional properties contribute to the production of many unique mechanisms for obtaining certain types of illicit benefits. The common features of such instruments, regardless of the form of the digital asset, are clarified.

The widespread methods and ways of committing the acts themselves are described and analyzed, based on the awareness of the advantages of digital objects. In particular, the most common practices of committing corrupt acts are identified and differentiated. The effectiveness of these mechanisms is emphasized and assumptions are made regarding the increase in the number of illegal acts, taking into account the advantages of such conditions.

The issues of the prospects for the sustainability of Ukraine's national security are revealed, taking into account the growing influence of such factors, phenomena and trends. It is noted that the suitability for frequent and collective use of the considered instruments, including the nature of possible consequences and the amount of damage, indicate an encroachment on the national interests of Ukraine. It is emphasized that in this sense it is justified to talk about threats and risks to Ukraine's national security with the appropriate realistic conclusions.