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26 Cyber Security Stats Every User Should Be Aware Of in 2024

Security Affairs

Cyber Insurance: US cyber insurance premiums soared by 50% in 2022, reaching $7.2 Cyber Skills Gap: By 2025, there could be 3.5 million unfilled cyber security jobs, showing a big need for skilled professionals. Email Threats: More than 75% of targeted attacks start with an email, delivering 94% of malware.

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$42B Funding for Broadband Helps Rural America, Raises Cyber Concerns

SecureWorld News

Once the plans are finalized, which could take until 2025, the government will release the rest of the allocated funding. On the other… the massive federal inject of $42 billion in spending on increased broadband and internet infrastructure will have a profound impact on cybersecurity." Sullivan listed the main areas of concern: 1.

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Maintaining Cybersecurity During Rapid Digital Transformation

Security Boulevard

Bringing automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to the workplace as part of digital transformation has many benefits. The evolving cyber threat landscape. 2025 and digital transformation. The challenges of digital transformation and cybersecurity.

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Key Cybersecurity Trends for 2024: My Predictions

Jane Frankland

Cybersecurity can often feel like a game of cat and mouse where cyber attackers and defenders engage in a chase, with one party trying to outsmart the other. Just like in previous years, 2024 is set to test practitioners’ skills as the frequency of cyber threats continues to surge leaving no room for complacency.

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Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Still Widening Despite Growing Workforce

SecureWorld News

Cyber threats pose one of the most significant risks to businesses, governments, and individuals today. The costs of cybercrime continue to rise, with estimates of more than $6 trillion in damages globally per year by 2025. Unfortunately, every indication is that the skills gap will continue to widen.

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Recognising Scam Patterns and Preventing Data Loss: A Unified Approach

IT Security Guru

Cybersecurity professionals stand on the frontlines, ever-vigilant against an increasing tide of cyber threats. The predictions are on their side, as more intense and frequent cyber attacks will drive up costs by 15% per year. trillion in annual costs in 2025), operations disruptions, regulatory fines, and reputational damage.

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What’s Next in Cybersecurity: Insights for 2023

CyberSecurity Insiders

trillion by 2025, with current spending at around $172 billion. In certain areas, such as data analytics, this investment is paying off with improved security capabilities, making it easier for IT teams to proactively identify and address cyber threats with data and automation. trillion by 2025. 5G security hots up.