Tech suppliers tied to ‘hostile states’ face UK block under proposed cyber bill changes
( August 25, 2026, 09:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: UK essential services providers could be ordered to stop using technology from companies deemed to pose a national security risk, under new government plans published on Monday. An amendment list to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill outlines proposals that would require the government to reduce its dependence on hardware and software from hostile states, and for regulated AI services to prove they can neither conduct nor support attacks on critical infrastructure. The proposed amendments would also broaden the types of data compromise that companies must consider when deciding whether to report cyber incidents.Press release follows. The amendments list is attached. ...
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