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'Data sharing key in cyber crime fight'

Security expert wants more cooperation

Information sharing is key to help businesses tackle cyber crime in the future according to a data security expert. 

Steve Billinghurst from PwC Isle of Man says companies need to start sharing the details of cyber breaches so others can be better prepared and protected against threats.

In October this year the Chief Minister announced the launch of the Office of Cyber Security and Information Assurance, to ensure all government bodies can defend against cyber crime.

Mr Billinghurst says the Island would be more resilient to hacks if data sharing was more common:

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