Result: UK Plans Long-Awaited Cyber Bill After High-Profile Attacks.
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The article discusses the UK government's introduction of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aimed at enhancing defenses against disruptive cyberattacks that have significantly impacted the British economy. The legislation seeks to protect critical sectors such as hospitals, energy, and transport from threats posed by hostile states and criminals. It is projected that around 1,000 firms will be regulated under this law, which will impose new penalties for violations. Recent research indicates that cyberattacks cost the UK approximately £14.7 billion annually, highlighting the urgency of the bill in response to a rise in significant cyber incidents. [Extracted from the article]
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