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The Growing Threat of AI-powered Cyberattacks

in 2025

By Stephen Kines, COO and Co-Founder of Goldilock

Data breach costs are rising at breakneck speed. IBM reported that the global average security breach
cost is $4.9 million, marking a 10% increase since 2024. And it won’t stop here — USAID predicts that
the global cost of cybercrime will climb to $24 trillion by 2027.

While various factors contribute to this spike, AI-powered malware poses a significant threat. AI has
revolutionized business operations and innovation, but it’s also become a tool for cybercriminals. AI-
driven attacks can bypass traditional security measures, automate malicious activity, and exploit
vulnerabilities at a record scale.

Staying ahead of evolving cyber threats is crucial as businesses operate in an increasingly
interconnected world. It’s time for organizations to strategize and proactively strengthen their security
frameworks, positioning themselves for detecting and neutralizing threats before they escalate.

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