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ARTICLE · 13 NOVEMBER 2023

Understanding DORA: Strengthening Europe's Digital Infrastructure

In an increasingly digitized world, where reliance on digital services and technology has become paramount, ensuring the resilience and security of critical infrastructure is of utmost importance.

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Introduction

In an increasingly digitized world, where reliance on digital services and technology has become paramount, ensuring the resilience and security of critical infrastructure is of utmost importance. Recognizing the need to address potential disruptions in the digital ecosystem, the European Union (EU) has introduced the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). DORA is a legislative proposal aimed at fortifying the operational resilience of the EU's financial sector while setting a precedent for digital operational resilience across various industries.

The Background to DORA

DORA was conceived in response to a series of cyberattacks and disruptions that highlighted the vulnerabilities within Europe's financial sector. In recent years, the financial industry has witnessed an increasing number of cyber threats and operational failures, which prompted the EU to take action. The goal of DORA is to establish a comprehensive framework that safeguards the

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