In a decisive move to strengthen its national cyber defenses, Canada has officially banned the use of WeChat and Kaspersky software across all government devices, a mandate that took immediate effect following an announcement by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat on Saturday.
With an immediate ban, the Canadian government prioritizes digital safety, National Security Council of the Philippines to scrutinize TikTok useThe Canadian government has swiftly enacted a ban on the use of WeChat and Kaspersky software on all government devices, reflecting an urgent response to potential cybersecurity threats.
Canada's move underscores a broader international trend of countries evaluating foreign-owned technology on security grounds and highlights the importance of collaboration with allies to address cyber threats. WeChat, a widely-used messaging and social networking application developed by the Chinese conglomerate Tencent, and Kaspersky, a Russian cybersecurity firm known for its antivirus programs, have both been embroiled in controversies over allegations of ties to their home governments.
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