Security pros reiterate warning against encryption backdoors

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ISSUE DATE: 23 August 2019 TOP STORIES Security pros reiterate warning against encryption backdoors The majority of security professionals believe countries with government-mandated encryption backdoors are more susceptible to nation-state cyber attacks. READ MORE → Student Loans Company appoints chief information officer Stephen Campbell will be leading a complex transformation programme and handling problems including high staff turnover. READ MORE → NHSX aims for mental health services transformation Digital unit of the NHS has started a discovery process focused on children and young people. READ MORE → ADVERTISEMENT

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