Infrastructure

Opposition Demands More Scrutiny on New Cybersecurity Measures Impacting Major Banks and Critical Infrastructure

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In Canberra, Australia, a critical debate is unfolding as the opposition calls for a careful review of proposed cybersecurity legislation that could significantly impact major banks, telecom giant Telstra, and other essential infrastructure operators. The call for caution comes amid concerns that hasty enactment could lead to adverse repercussions, undermining the very systems it aims to protect. The proposed legal framework, introduced by the Labor party on Wednesday, is a trio of cybersecurity bills. Key among these is a new mandatory regime that requires reporting ransom payments and broadening government authority to intervene directly in … Read more

Nebraska Introduces New Security Measures to Safeguard Agriculture and Infrastructure from Foreign Threats

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LINCOLN, NE—On the anniversary of 9/11, Governor Jim Pillen stood alongside state senators at Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island to introduce a series of legislative measures geared towards bolstering Nebraska’s defenses against international threats. These laws, primarily focusing on land ownership, are designed to shore up state security and maintain the safety and integrity of both the economic and agricultural sectors that are vital to Nebraska. During this significant date, the governor impressively unveiled three specific bills. Collectively, these pieces of legislation aim to provide a robust response to potential foreign encroachments that could … Read more

Infrashakti Awards 2024: Celebrating Innovations in Infrastructure

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New Delhi, India – The annual Infrashakti Awards, set to occur in 2024, are garnering significant attention as they adapt to the evolving landscape of infrastructure and development. As one of the most prestigious recognitions in India’s infrastructure sector, the awards aim to highlight and reward the innovative strides taken by companies and individuals in a field that’s crucial to India’s economic growth. As infrastructure continues to be a central focus for the Indian government, with massive investments in roads, bridges, energy, and utility projects, the Infrashakti Awards spotlight those at the forefront of innovation … Read more

Dish Wireless Accuses Major Telecom Infrastructure Company of Unfairly Seeking ‘Hundreds of Millions’ in Contract Changes

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Denver, Colorado – Dish Wireless, a prominent wireless company, is embroiled in a legal battle with a major telecommunications infrastructure company. The company accused the telecommunications giant of attempting to alter a long-standing agreement, potentially costing Dish Wireless hundreds of millions of dollars. In a court hearing on Monday, Dish Wireless presented its case before a jury in Denver. They argued that the telecommunications company was seeking to revise the terms of a 30-year deal between the two parties. Dish Wireless claimed that these changes would result in substantial financial losses for their business. The … Read more