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Cyberattacks Surge 16.7%: Experts Urge Security Overhaul

4/29/2025

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In 2024, automated scanning skyrocketed by 16.7%, exposing critical weaknesses in digital systems, especially in the U.S., which endured 61% of cyberattacks. With half of mobile devices outdated, experts urge organizations to bolster security measures by embracing cutting-edge technologies like AI-driven authentication and blockchain to fend off relentless cyber threats and comply with regulations.

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In 2024, automated scanning skyrocketed by 16.7%, exposing critical weaknesses in digital systems, especially in the U.S., which endured 61% of cyberattacks. With half of mobile devices outdated, experts urge organizations to bolster security measures by embracing cutting-edge technologies like AI-driven authentication and blockchain to fend off relentless cyber threats and comply with regulations.