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Police Scotland National Centre of Excellence targets cybercrime
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Home office under fire for 120% surge in data loss incidents
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46,000 US Veterans have their data compromised
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Healthcare firms get funds to improve cybersecurity
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Which countries are Digital Risers?
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The White House issues cybersecurity principles for space
The White House has published its Cybersecurity Principles for Space Systems. The short document sets out the US position when it comes to protecting any systems that are located in space.
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