Cybersecurity

These AI-driven trends demand urgent C-suite attention. Executives must elevate AI-threats in enterprise risk assessments and resilience planning. Industry guidance emphasizes “embedding security across every layer of AI adoption” and integrating adaptive defenses with human oversight. In practice, this means updating IR playbooks for rapid, automated attacks; stress-testing systems against AI-enabled phishing; and strengthening identity governance.

On 14 October 2025 Microsoft will officially end free support for Windows 10. This apparently routine lifecycle milestone has morphed into a global security event. According to market‑share data reported by Forbes, Windows 10 still powers about 41 % of all personal computers—roughly 600 million machines. Up to 400 million of these devices cannot upgrade to Windows 11 because of hardware restrictions.

The growing reliance on digital platforms has allowed cybercriminals to refine their tactics, making cybersecurity awareness and prevention