Crime & Safety

How Minnesota Protects Critical Services From Cyberattacks

Gov. Tim Walz wants to dedicate $21 million to help protect the state's services and infrastructure.

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March 30, 2022

As the United States warns about potential attacks from Russian hackers, Minnesota is making plans to boost cyber-security.

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Gov. Tim Walz wants to dedicate $21 million to help protect the state’s services and infrastructure.

“It’s a hostile environment in the cyberspace,” said Rohit Tandon, Minnesota IT Services assistant commissioner and chief information security officer.

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