The ET World Leaders Forum 2025 highlighted the urgent need for businesses to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to combat the rapid rise in cyberattacks in India, which now occur at a staggering rate of four incidents per minute. Experts noted that while bad actors exploit AI to enhance their attacks, there is a critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the country, with only 350,000 available against a demand for 1 million. The conversation stressed the importance of offensive strategies in cybersecurity, especially given the advanced capabilities of countries like China. It underscores the necessity for businesses to invest in training and awareness to safeguard against evolving threats.