Leveling digital threats as a means of ensuring economic security in the modern world

Abstract

In the era of digitalization, where the development of technology is closely linked to economic prosperity, it is important to realize the threats posed by the modern world. Indeed, digital transformation opens up new horizons for public spheres of life, intertwining innovative technologies with everyday tasks, actively stimulating social progress. However, as dependence on new technologies increases, the impact of digital threats on economic stability and security increases. The attractiveness of such incidents is based on the relative cheapness and accessibility, which makes them more preferable for intruders compared to other types of crimes. Various kinds of attacks and malicious actions, such as viruses, phishing, malware, cyberattacks, can disrupt not only the work of companies, but also undermine their financial situation as a whole. At this stage, the problem of digital threats is turning into a global phenomenon affecting everyone – from ordinary citizens to large companies and government agencies. It is important to be aware of this problem, because without proper counteraction to these challenges, economic losses from cybercrimes will only increase. Preventing such attacks and reducing their consequences requires a comprehensive approach. That is why the article considers not only the question of what negative consequences digital threats have, but also suggests the necessary, according to the authors, methods and strategic solutions aimed at reducing economic losses in the process of constantly changing conditions.