Cybersecurity teams stretched as budgets shrink and risks rise

Reports from IANS and Swimlane show cybersecurity budgets are growing more slowly due to global economic instability and federal policy uncertainty. This budget strain is forcing security teams to delay initiatives, rely more on automation, and reduce focus on national-level coordination. Staff shortages, reduced morale, and increased compliance risks are growing as a result. With geopolitical tensions rising and cybercrime becoming more advanced, organizations face expanding threats while operating with fewer resources.

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https://www.securityweek.com/tight-cybersecurity-budgets-accelerate-the-shift-to-ai-driven-defense/