The European Union is considering expanding the proposed rules for the certification of cybersecurity, a move that could impact not only tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, but also banks, airlines, and other industries, according to a Reuters report.
The EU’s motivation for creating such a system stems from the increasing interest of large tech companies in the government cloud market. These cloud services are designed to meet specific safety requirements, ensuring confidentiality and reliability, which are vital for state institutions.
As government entities handle sensitive information and perform critical functions, it is crucial for them to have cloud services that offer a high level of data protection and adhere to strict security standards.