New report shows almost 50,000 people are now employed in UK cyber security
Number of active cyber security firms in the UK increased 21 per cent on last year
Sector contributed more than £4bn to the economy, attracting £800m of investment
Cyber firms have stepped up to help the NHS in the national fight against coronavirus by providing vital technical support
The UK’s growing cyber industry attracted record investment last year despite the global pandemic, according to a new government report.
With Covid-19 forcing more business and social activity online, the new figures reveal an increase in the number of cyber security companies and people working for them, as the government continues its drive to build back safer from the pandemic.
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