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Governments consider banning ransomware ransom payments

Governments are looking at banning ransom payments as ransomware threats become more sophisticated.
WHO: Governments
WHAT: Governments look at banning ransom payments in response to a ransomware surge.
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The ransomware surge is presenting victims with tough choices as threats become increasingly sophisticated.

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