AI, Cybersecurity, and the Road to Atmanirbhar Bharat

DR. DEEPAK KUMAR SAHU
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF VARINDIA

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A key issue today is Identity and Access Management (IAM). The old reliance on passwords and static biometrics no longer suffices, as compromised identifiers create serious risks. The shift toward behavioral biometrics represents a necessary evolution. With the IAM market booming—from $22.9 billion in 2024 to an expected $34.3 billion in 2029—India stands at the forefront of rapid growth.

Fraud is increasing, with crypto-related losses hitting $4.6 billion in 2024. First- time customers remain particularly vulnerable. As digital threats rise, securing identity is essential. Cybersecurity and AI now rank alongside traditional defense, as AI-driven threats escalate, making us all potential targets. India’s embrace of AI and Generative AI demands vigilance, ethical practices, and robust security as we connect the physical and digital worlds.

As we navigate the digital age, generative AI is reshaping identity and personalization— while also enabling synthetic identity fraud. Criminals blend real and fake data to bypass checks and commit complex fraud. In this evolving landscape, businesses must adapt to stay ahead. As the saying goes: Hacks and Ethics. Like fire, hacking can build or destroy. It's not the skill, but the intent that matters—ethics turn hacking into a tool for protection, not harm.