Global Scans · Cybersecurity · Weekly Summary

• [New] BeyondTrust, global leader in identity security protecting Paths to Privilege, today announced its top cybersecurity predictions for 2026 and beyond, identifying the trends that will redefine how organizations protect identities, secure data, and prepare for a rapidly evolving threat landscape. Metro Atlanta CEO
• [New] Enhanced cybersecurity measures are a critical priority, given that the rapid adoption of generative AI introduces new vulnerabilities, with the global cost of cybercrime projected to reach US$ 10.5 trillion in 2025. FinancialContent
• [New] The National Institute of Standards and Technology plays the role of establishing strict standards for AI with cybersecurity, such as in areas like red teaming: identifying vulnerabilities in AIs before their wide release. Splunk
• [New] Governments are implementing stronger frameworks; Singapore has launched its Cybersecurity Masterplan 2025 to enhance intelligence sharing, while India is expanding its National Cyber Coordination Centre to improve real-time threat analysis. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Advanced Encryption Mechanisms: Aadhaar systems will integrate multi-layered, next-gen encryption protocols to strengthen privacy, data integrity, and compliance with global cybersecurity standards. INSIGHTS IAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Preparation
• [New] Cybersecurity is projected to create 3.5 million new jobs globally by 2030, with India emerging as one of the fastest-growing talent markets. The Eastern Herald
• [New] The BofA report cites Cybersecurity Ventures, who predicts that cybercrime - such as hacking, fake videos, and stealing personal data - is expected to cost the world $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. Cybercrime Magazine
• [New] Saudi cybersecurity firm Cipher will be launching its European office in London, representing £37 million of investment over the next ten years and deepening collaboration on digital security and resilience. GOV.UK
• [New] London-Over half of European IT and cybersecurity professionals fear AI-driven cyber threats and deepfakes will keep them up at night next year. ISACA
• [New] In the last year alone, 14% of all cybersecurity breaches started with a vulnerability exploit. Mitigata Cyber insurance & security blogs
• [New] The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued a critical alert for federal agencies to immediately patch two zero-day vulnerabilities in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA). Cyber Grants Alliance
• The new Cybersecurity Symposium will tackle digital threats in gaming, focusing on emerging risks, fraud prevention, regulatory compliance, and strategies to protect Canada's gaming ecosystem. Yogonet
• Rapid digital transformation in countries such as India, China, Japan, and South Korea has created vast opportunities for cybersecurity vendors. openpr
• North America is projected to maintain its dominance due to high cybersecurity spending. openpr
• 44% of company respondents have reported negative results from AI adoption, such as inaccuracies, cybersecurity risks, and IP infringement. DesignRush
• AI is reinventing cybersecurity: a threat and opportunity for businesses. WebProNews
• McKinsey's insights from the 2025 RSAC emphasize AI as both the greatest threat and defence in cybersecurity. WebProNews
• If successful, DEFA would become the world's first region-wide digital economy agreement, potentially unlocking a $2 trillion digital economy by 2030 by harmonizing regional standards on digital trade, e-commerce, cross-border data flows, cybersecurity, and AI governance. The Diplomat
• Two AI companion apps, Chattee Chat and GiMe Chat, have exposed more than 43 million intimate messages and over 600,000 images and videos after a major data leak discovered by Cybernews, a leading cybersecurity research group known for uncovering major data breaches and privacy risks worldwide. Mimir's Well
• AI disruption and quantum risks are reshaping cybersecurity for critical infrastructure despite falling breach rates. Tech Edition

Last updated: 09 November 2025