“A Master’s Thesis at the University of Nahrain Discusses Cyber Attacks and Digital Economics of Advanced Countries

A master’s thesis at the College of Political Science, University of Nahrain, discussed cyber attacks and digital economics of advanced countries: A study of selected models, for student Ali Khaled Diwan. The discussion took place in the Hall of Nahrain Civilizations.

The discussion committee consisted of:

• Professor Abdulsamad Saadoun Abdullah as Chairman.
• Professor Dr. Malik Duhaim Matib as a member.
• Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Abdul-Karim Hassan as a member.
• Assistant Professor Dr. Nasreen Riyadh Shanshal as a member and supervisor.

The thesis aims to:

• Analyze the nature and forms of cyber attacks targeting digital economies in advanced countries and evaluate their impact on these economies.
• Explore the economic and social implications of cyber attacks on vital digital sectors.
• Highlight the efforts of advanced countries to enhance their digital economy and confront electronic risks.

The thesis included an in-depth study of a number of selected models from advanced countries, through analyzing data and reports on the impact of cyber attacks on various economic sectors, with a review of the protection and response strategies adopted in these countries.

The thesis reached a number of conclusions, most notably:

• The increasing danger of cyber attacks with the continuous development of digital technology, making advanced economies vulnerable to significant financial losses.
• The need to strengthen international cooperation in the field of cyber security to confront the increasing threats to the global digital economy.
• The importance of adopting flexible policies and advanced strategies to protect the information infrastructure in advanced countries.