Berlin is being blackmailed by hackers, mayor says
- Posted on August 28, 2026
- By BBC News
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Berlin's mayor Kai Wegner has announced that the German capital is facing a significant cybersecurity threat, with hackers demanding ransom for stolen municipal data. Authorities have firmly rejected capitulation to extortion attempts, emphasizing the city's commitment to cybersecurity resilience. This incident highlights growing threats against critical government infrastructure across Europe and the importance of robust digital defense mechanisms in protecting sensitive citizen information.
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