- Cybersecurity has always been a concern for individuals, corporations, and governments. However, the current conflict is exacerbating the broader trend of attacks as they continue to increase in size, volume, and sophistication.
- This poses major financial, reputational, and legal risks for the agencies targeted. As threats become more prominent, the budget behind cybersecurity can be expected to grow.
- The current geopolitical turmoil has significant investment implications. While the war has suppressed risk appetite as seen by sell-offs in equities, and prominently in the technology sector, cybersecurity firms have outperformed since the beginning of the war.
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Russia-Ukraine Conflict: The Time For Cybersecurity Is Now