A ransomware attack on Baltimore's city government has led to increased calls for the adoption of blockchain technology. The Baltimore City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night in favor of a resolution that would urge state and federal agencies to adopt blockchain-based technologies as part of their cybersecurity strategies. The attack in Baltimore meant all property deals had to be put on hold after the attackers targeted computer systems needed to complete them.
A ransomware attack on Baltimore's city government has led to increased calls for the adoption of blockchain technology. With thousands of US counties facing similar vulnerabilities due to the age of their digital infrastructure, experts have called for governments to take proactive steps to secure their systems. The attack in Baltimore meant all property deals had to be put on hold after the attackers targeted computer systems needed to complete them.