Safeguarding the Past: Blending Digital and Traditional Tools to Combat Illicit Excavations and Cultural Property Trafficking

Dante Abate; M.C. Salvi; H.A.  Orengo; I. Berganzo-Besga; E.M. Farella; F. Remondino; Donna Yates; Anna de Jong

Safeguarding the Past: Blending Digital and Traditional Tools to Combat Illicit Excavations and Cultural Property Trafficking

Dante Abate^*, M.C. Salvi, H.A. Orengo, I. Berganzo-Besga, E.M. Farella, F. Remondino, Donna Yates, Anna de Jong

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Abstract

Illicit excavations and the trafficking of cultural property remain serious transnational threats, often linked to organized crime and
conflict-related instability. Addressing this challenge requires interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of innovative digital tools. The Safeguarding the Past workshop, held within the REVITALISER project activities, explores the use of Earth Observation,
AI, and 3D technologies alongside legal and criminological frameworks. It brings together researchers, professionals, and authorities to strengthen cultural heritage protection

Original language	English
Pages	1-4
Publication status	Published - 8 Sept 2025
Event	Digital Heritage 2025: The premier global forum where culture meets cutting-edge technology. - Siena, Italy Duration: 8 Sept 2025 → 13 Sept 2025 https://digitalheritage2025.unisi.it/

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Conference	Digital Heritage 2025
Abbreviated title	DigitalHeritage 2025
Country/Territory	Italy
City	Siena
Period	8/09/25 → 13/09/25
Internet address	https://digitalheritage2025.unisi.it/

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