How Asean's cybersecurity push could protect people and economies


With cyber criminals targeting the region's critical infrastructure, including data centres, and young and old users at risk of falling victim to digital scams, Asean's efforts are not only about digital security – they're also aimed at protecting economic and social stability. — Unsplash

AS ransomware attacks and cyber-scams surge across South-East Asia, the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) is stepping up to create a more secure regional cyberspace.

With cyber criminals targeting the region's critical infrastructure, including data centres, and young and old users at risk of falling victim to digital scams, Asean's efforts are not only about digital security – they're also aimed at protecting economic and social stability.

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