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Chuck Robbins Appointed to U.S.-EU Talent for Growth Task Force
Chuck Robbins Appointed to U.S.-EU Talent for Growth Task Force
Cisco's Vision to Rapidly Detect Cyber Threats and Automate Response
Cisco's Vision to Rapidly Detect Cyber Threats and Automate Response
The threat landscape requires to rethink security to enable rapid detection of cyber threats and to automate response. Cisco’s XDR gives critical infrastructure operators and public administrations the capability to detect, investigate and prioritise threats and incidents, and the tools to quickly remediate them.
Closing the cybersecurity gap in Europe
Closing the cybersecurity gap in Europe
This blog looks at the latest EU cyber initiatives that focus on cybersecurity through people - a fundamental element to effective cybersecurity. Cisco stands ready to contribute its expertise in cyber skills and cyber defense to build a stronger Europe.
Cisco Participates in VP Harris’ Digital Coalition Roundtable in Africa
Today, Cisco participated in U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’ Digital Coalition Roundtable in Lusaka, Zambia to meet with public and private sector leaders and explore pathways to advance digital inclusion and digital connectivity in Africa. “Deepening U.S.-Africa relations, bridging the digital divide on the continent, and empowering the people of Africa with digital skills for the […]
Reality Check on Cybersecurity: 9% of Companies in Europe are Ready to Defend Against Cyber Threats
The urgency around addressing the EU’s cyber shortcomings is well founded. A mere 9% of organizations in Europe have the ‘Mature’ level of readiness needed to be resilient against today’s cyber risks.
Regulatory Harmonization in Cyber Incident Reporting: Best Idea for Security?
In March 2022, the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) was enacted in the U.S. with a clear purpose to improve the nation’s cybersecurity by requiring covered entities to report significant cyber incidents, including payments made for ransomware attacks. The law, and its rulemaking that is required of the Department of Homeland Security’s […]
National Cybersecurity Strategy: Public-Private Partnership Required to Successfully Meet 21st Century Challenges
Cisco comments on the Biden administration's new National Cybersecurity Strategy.
Driving Tech Circularity Forward: a View of Europe’s Plans in 2023
The European Commission will be soon releasing a proposal on the “Right to Repair”. The overarching goal of the initiative is to extend the time during which consumers use products before discarding them. This blog provides recommendations for a “Right to Repair” done right.
Cisco’s goal to train 2.6 million people with digital skills across the European Union
As the the European Year of Skills kicks off, Cisco has announced its goal to train 2.6 million people across the European Union in digital and cybersecurity skills over the next 10 years, through the Networking Academy. This blog explores Cisco's contribution to building a stronger digital Europe.
President Biden Announces Intent to Appoint Maria Martinez to National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee
Maria Martinez, Cisco COO, looks forward to working with NSTAC members in advising the U.S. president on 21st-century solutions to enable a secure and digital future.
Cisco Applauds CISA’s ‘K-12 Protecting Our Future Report’
Statement by Bill Davenport, Senior Director, Spectrum & Technology Policy, Government Affairs: Today’s report by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is an important recognition of the incredibly diverse cyber threat landscape facing K-12 education organizations across the country. No school district is immune from cyberattacks in today’s hyper-connected world, and it’s critical that […]
We Can’t Ignore the Digital Skills Shortage: Six Public Policies to Address This 21st-Century Crisis
Businesses, governments, universities, nonprofits, and other organizations are entering a new era of connectivity and technology. Whether to boost productivity, improve public services, or help make cities more sustainable, this rapid adoption of technology is creating endless benefits. However, one challenge is threatening to stall the digital transformation of the future: the growing digital skills […]