Russian IT Specialists Strengthen Digital Sovereignty: 60,000 Experts Serve in Cyber Squads

President of the Russian Federation noted the contribution of programmers to the protection of Russia's digital space

At the forum "Everything for Victory," Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the significant role of IT specialists in ensuring the country's digital security. According to him, more than 60,000 programmers and technical experts are part of people's cyber squads, working to identify malicious content, counter disinformation, and protect digital infrastructure.

There are already 60,000 hardened, experienced fighters in the people's cyber squads. These are programmers, IT specialists, who are also on the front lines now, fighting for the country, for the truth, defending our interests on the digital battlefield.
Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation

He noted that their work contributes to maintaining stability in society, strengthening interethnic and religious harmony.

In the face of growing digital threats, such initiatives help to quickly respond to cyberattacks and information provocations.

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