The Red Cross is working on a digital emblem to protect it from hackers. It needs support from the tech industry and diplomats.
The Red Cross is working on a digital emblem to protect its data from cyber attacks.
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August 4, 2026 - 17:00
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Imogen Foulkes reports from Geneva for SWI swissinfo.ch as well as the BBC.
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