The explosion of AI is cited by 39% of cybersecurity and cyber risk leaders as a reason for increased difficulty in managing cyber risks today vs five years ago.

1 in 5 organisations still admit their cyber practices are "immature".

Just 29% of organisations have a formal cyber program that is truly aligned with business objectives.

45% of C-level executives express being ‘very confident’ in managing cyber risk, whereas only 19% of mid-level managers concur.

95% of C-level and senior executives believe their organization is effectively managing risk

Nearly 70% of organizations identify AI’s fast-moving ecosystem, particularly in generative AI, as the top GenAI-related security risk.

Cyber risks have increased due to ongoing geopolitical conflicts and the rise of AI-powered malware, making it easier for attackers to access and deploy cyber threats.

Cyberattacks such as data breaches, ransomware, and IT disruptions were identified as the leading cyber risks affecting businesses.

41% of businesses in the UK cited cybersecurity as their biggest business risk, making it a larger concern than the global average.

38% of global businesses identified cybersecurity incidents as their primary concern in 2025.

19 countries named cybersecurity as their top risk, including France, Germany, India, and the US.