Artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing are transforming the cybersecurity landscape, introducing new challenges and opportunities for organizations to protect their data and systems. According to Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report, nearly 70% of organizations view the rapid pace of AI development as a significant security concern.
The increasing use of AI-powered attacks is expected to supercharge familiar threats like phishing, insider threats, and ransomware. Threat actors will leverage AI to craft highly successful ransomware campaigns, automate attacking steps, and even dynamic decision-making during attacks. Additionally, AI-driven cloud threats will exploit the complexity and potential vulnerabilities of cloud environments.
Quantum computing also poses a significant threat, with organizations concerned about future encryption compromise and key distribution vulnerabilities. The "harvest now, decrypt later" threat, where encrypted data is intercepted today and decrypted in the future, is a pressing concern. To address this, organizations are prototyping or evaluating post-quantum cryptography solutions to prepare for potential quantum threats.
