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Protecting Digital Public Services from Evolving Cyber Threats
Local governments in the UK are increasingly relying on technology to deliver essential services and interact with their constituents. From managing public records to overseeing utility services, the digitalisation of these operations has brought numerous benefits in efficiency and accessibility. However, it has also introduced significant vulnerabilities, making cybersecurity a critical concern for local governments.
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Heightened Cyber Threat on the Voluntary Sector: Blackbaud Case
The current cyber threat to the voluntary sector in the UK remains significant, with a diverse range of threats facing these organisations. Recent reports indicate that approximately 14% of UK charities have experienced cybercrime in the past year. The Blackbaud data breach in 2020 underscored the critical importance of cyber security in the public sector.
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Coventry’s Leading Digital Inclusion Program: COV Connects
Laura Waller, the Digital Services and Inclusion Lead for Coventry City Council, joined us at our Digital Inclusion Conference 2024. Laura spearheads the COV Connects program which has made significant strides in addressing digital exclusion in Coventry.
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Protecting SMEs from Cybercrime: PCC Collaboration with the NEBRC
We welcomed Joy Allen, Police and Crime Commissioner for Durham, at the Digital Policing Conference 2024, who highlighted the pivotal role of collaborative efforts in protecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the growing threat of cybercrime. Her presentation focused on the innovative initiatives undertaken by the Northeast Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC), a key player within the National Cyber Resilience Centre network.
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The Growing Cyber Threat Landscape for UK Police Forces
Cybersecurity is a critical concern for law enforcement agencies worldwide. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, the UK police have significantly enhanced their capabilities to combat cybercrime and ensure the safety of digital infrastructures. Police forces have been dealing with an estimated 7.78 million cybercrimes in the last year (GOV).
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