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Tech industry urges G7 to unify cloud security standards

Economic Times · 6m

- Tech industry group BSA urges G7 nations to standardize cloud security certification globally. - The initiative aims to reduce compliance burdens for cloud service providers while maintaining strong security standards. - Greater unity among G7 nations could challenge the notion that data localization improves security. - Cloud computing is increasingly favored over on-site software due to AI capabilities and data infrastructure requirements. - Governments worldwide have implemented cloud security certification to address risks like cyber attacks and data theft. - BSA advocates for cooperation between cybersecurity agencies across friendly nations to facilitate market access and diverse secure cloud options.