Data breach costs have hit a global average of $4.45 million, a 15% increase over three years, according to research by Ponemon Institute and IBM Security. However, the report also highlights opportunities for cost containment, including security AI and automation, a DevSecOps approach, and incident response plans. The healthcare industry continues to have the most expensive data breaches, for the 13th consecutive year.
Cybersecurity Industry Gains $1.7 Billion to Develop Cutting-Edge Protection Technologies
In April 2025, cybersecurity startups raised $1.7 billion, signaling a shift to proactive digital defense strategies amid escalating threats. Leading investments, particularly in AI-driven solutions,
