AWS launches £5 million cyber education grant to boost security in the UK
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AWS has launched a £5 million UK Cyber Education Grant Program to address significant cybersecurity challenges in educational institutions across the United Kingdom.
- Cyber breach statistics reveal 52-97% of educational institutions experienced attacks in 2023-2024
- Program offers AWS credits, free AWS Skill Builder courses, and security well-architected reviews
- Eligible institutions include state/private schools, colleges, multi-academy trusts, and higher education institutions
- Goals include improving security capabilities, advancing ransomware protection, and upskilling IT workforce
- Part of AWS's broader commitment to supporting education cybersecurity
The initiative aims to help UK educational organizations enhance their cybersecurity capabilities and create more secure, innovative learning environments.
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