New York state adds $35 million to 2023 cybersecurity budget as attacks soar

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is adding an additional $35 million in funding to the state’s $61.9 million cybersecurity budget for this year, while also creating a new team focusing on protecting critical infrastructure.

This week, Hochul said she decided to add the additional funding to the budget because the “frequency, magnitude, and impact of cyberattacks have increased.”

“The Industrial Control Systems assessment team, coupled with record investments, will support physical security and cybersecurity assessment programs to help facilities improve …

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