The article explores the evolution of cybercrime and its legal implications in the digital age. It traces the history of cybercrime from the 1950s to the present, highlighting key developments in hacking, antivirus technology, and legal responses. The research analyzes the progression of cyber threats, including social engineering, identity theft, and cyber terrorism, and discusses the challenges of enforcing laws across jurisdictions. It emphasizes the need for global cooperation, proactive reforms in cybersecurity laws, and public awareness to combat emerging threats. The study also examines the legal frameworks, such as the Budapest Convention, and national laws like Uzbekistan's Cybersecurity Law, which aim to address cybercrime. The article underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, international collaboration, and continuous legal reforms to safeguard digital infrastructure and protect individuals from cyber threats. It concludes that the increasing reliance on technology necessitates a unified and evolving approach to cybersecurity to ensure the security and integrity of the digital world.The article explores the evolution of cybercrime and its legal implications in the digital age. It traces the history of cybercrime from the 1950s to the present, highlighting key developments in hacking, antivirus technology, and legal responses. The research analyzes the progression of cyber threats, including social engineering, identity theft, and cyber terrorism, and discusses the challenges of enforcing laws across jurisdictions. It emphasizes the need for global cooperation, proactive reforms in cybersecurity laws, and public awareness to combat emerging threats. The study also examines the legal frameworks, such as the Budapest Convention, and national laws like Uzbekistan's Cybersecurity Law, which aim to address cybercrime. The article underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, international collaboration, and continuous legal reforms to safeguard digital infrastructure and protect individuals from cyber threats. It concludes that the increasing reliance on technology necessitates a unified and evolving approach to cybersecurity to ensure the security and integrity of the digital world.