This report examines the cyber security trends that will affect economies and societies in the year to come. It highlights the complexity of the cyber security landscape which is intensified by geopolitical tensions, emerging technologies, supply chain interdependencies and cyber crime sophistication.

The growing complexity of cyberspace is exacerbating cyber inequity, widening the gap between large and small organisations, deepening the divide between developed and emerging economies, and expanding sectoral disparities. These escalating complexities have profound and far-reaching implications for organisations and nations, challenging ecosystem cyber resilience and exposing gaps in preparedness. These challenges are exacerbated by a widening skills gap, making it challenging to manage cyber risks effectively.

Key insights

• Supply chain vulnerabilities are emerging as the top ecosystem cyber risk.
• Geopolitical tensions shape cyber security strategy.
• Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) introduces new vulnerabilities.
• Generative AI is augmenting cyber criminal capabilities, contributing to an uptick in social engineering attacks.
• Regulations bolster cyber resilience, yet their fragmentation introduces significant compliance challenges.
• Organisations are grappling with a shortage of critical cyber talent.