Science & Tech · Cybersecurity · 1 day ago
King Charles warns of evolving online threats
King Charles III has warned that disinformation and other hostile online activity threaten trust and security.
He made the comments in a letter marking the 10th anniversary of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre, or NCSC.
The centre was established in 2016 to protect the UK from cyber threats.
The King said malicious actors are changing their tactics with automated technologies.
He praised the NCSC for defending against cyber attacks and protecting democratic institutions and essential services.
His warning comes after hackers used Asos’s app system to send customers a notification, and the retailer said it was investigating unauthorised activity involving third-party platforms.
The NCSC offered Asos assistance earlier this week.
King Charles III warned that malicious online actors are changing their tactics using automated technologies.
In a letter marking the National Cyber Security Centre’s 10th anniversary, he said strong cyber security is fundamental to a safer and more resilient online environment.
He praised the NCSC for defending the UK against cyber attacks and protecting democratic institutions and critical infrastructure.
The NCSC was established in 2016 as part of the Government Communications Headquarters.
- Who
- King Charles III issued the warning in a letter to the National Cyber Security Centre.
- What
- He warned that malicious actors are evolving their tactics using automated technologies and stressed the importance of strong cyber security.
- When
- The letter was published on Saturday, marking the NCSC’s 10th anniversary.
- Where
- The NCSC protects the UK against cyber threats.
- Why
- The King said hostile online activity challenges trust and security in the digital age.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
malicious actors continuing to evolve their tactics by using automated technologies
strong cyber security is fundamental to making the online environment safer and more resilient
You have built resilience across our public services, businesses and communities, equipping us all to prosper in our ever-evolving digital world
The NCSC was established as part of the Government Communications Headquarters to protect the UK against cyber threats.
The King spoke to AI executives at Dumfries House in Ayrshire about using the technology to benefit security.
The NCSC offered assistance to Asos after hackers used the retailer’s app system to send customers a notification.
The King’s letter marking the NCSC’s 10th anniversary was published.
- King Charles III
- Issued a warning about evolving online threats
- NCSC anniversary
- 10th anniversary
- NCSC established
- 2016
- NCSC parent organisation
- Government Communications Headquarters
- King’s AI meeting
- Dumfries House, Ayrshire
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