Houlihan Lokey – Cybersecurity Quarterly Update, Q1 2025

The main theme of the report is the current state and trends in cybersecurity.

Key findings include the preparation of cybersecurity providers for the impact of quantum computing, threats related to connected vehicles and access to personal information, the inefficiency of traditional cybersecurity solutions against modern AI-based threats, the rapid development of the ransomware ecosystem and the need for modern solutions to combat these threats, the importance of integrating AI-based security tools and addressing AI-related skills shortages, increased organizational focus on implementing GRC solutions for compliance and improving internal controls, a resilient M&A market despite economic uncertainty, and continued growth in investment volume and pace.