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Shadow AI Costs Firms $670K Per Breach: Urgent Action Needed

7/31/2025

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IBM's 2025 Cost of a Data Breach Report uncovers a startling truth: shadow AI usage by employees can inflate breach costs by an average of $670,000. With 63% of organizations lacking proper AI governance, the stakes are high. Implementing effective AI policies could save companies a staggering $1.9 million per breach, underscoring the urgent need for robust security strategies.

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IBM's 2025 Cost of a Data Breach Report uncovers a startling truth: shadow AI usage by employees can inflate breach costs by an average of $670,000. With 63% of organizations lacking proper AI governance, the stakes are high. Implementing effective AI policies could save companies a staggering $1.9 million per breach, underscoring the urgent need for robust security strategies.