Swiss govt tightens tech security over NSA spying

Published February 5, 2014 12:22pm ET



GENEVA (AP) — The Swiss government has ordered tighter security for its own computer and telephone systems that could block foreign companies from key technology and communications contracts.

The governing Federal Council’s decision Wednesday cited concerns about foreign spies targeting Switzerland.

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