Putin Warns of Escalating Cyber Threats, Cites Digital Sovereignty Needs

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at a cybersecurity meeting that the stable development of the country’s government and society is largely dependent on the expansion of digital technologies.

Putin noted that as the digitalization process advances, cyber threats have also entered a new phase. He indicated that Russia faces direct and hybrid external threats in economic, logistical, transportation, social services, vital systems, and public administration domains.

The Russian president stressed that Moscow is continuously enhancing its sovereignty in all areas, from food and energy security to digital infrastructure.

He added that to counter these threats, all components of the domestic digital security network must be upgraded. These measures include risk assessment, evaluation of reliance on foreign platforms, and the development of rapid response tools for cyberattacks.

Putin also mentioned that Russia is systematically building digital infrastructure for its economy and social sphere, and is expanding artificial intelligence-based services. He stated that advanced data storage, processing, and transmission methods, as well as communication tools, are also being implemented.

The Russian president concluded by emphasizing the necessity of increasing coordination among law enforcement and security agencies, telecommunications operators, financial institutions, internet companies, and other organizations to combat cyber threats.