
Businesses across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region are facing a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks in 2025, with threats like deepfake scams and AI-enhanced phishing targeting financial stability and reputations. Generative AI crafts convincing phishing emails, while deepfake technology fabricates realistic audio and video content to deceive firms. AI-powered malware adapts to bypass traditional defences. Rapid digital transformation, low cybersecurity awareness, and inconsistent regulations have increased vulnerabilities. The shift to remote work and cloud computing has further complicated security efforts. To combat these risks, APAC businesses are urged to invest in AI-powered cybersecurity tools, enforce multi-factor authentication, adopt zero-trust architectures, and enhance employee training. Collaboration with industry peers and regulators, along with monitoring supply chain security, is critical to mitigating evolving AI-driven threats.