UK to finance strengthening of cyber security in Ukraine

The UK will allocate about 16 million pounds [US£20.5 million] to help Ukraine in the field of cyber security. Source: Reuters Details: According to the statement of the UK government, they plan to allocate 16 million pounds sterling to help Ukraine in the field of cyber security, with the possibility of receiving another 9 million pounds sterling from international allies.

Quote: "London said the package - which adds to 6.35 million pounds announced last year - would better equip Ukraine to defend its critical national infrastructure from crippling Russian attacks as Kyiv mounts a counteroffensive to push back Russian forces from the swathes of southern and eastern Ukraine that they occupy," the message said.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said Russia's horrific attacks on Ukraine are not limited to a barbaric land invasion, but also include attempts to attack cyber infrastructure that provides vital services, from banking to energy supplies. He added that the funding is critical to stopping cyberattacks, strengthening Ukraine's defences, and improving the ability to detect and neutralise malware. Sunak will also address entrepreneurs and businesses at the conference next week to increase investment in Ukraine in order to help it rebuild its economy after the Russian invasion.

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The United States is working with Congress to deliver an additional US£37 million in cyber assistance to Ukraine.

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