Digitalisation has transformed how we work, trade, socialise, and govern, driving innovation, productivity, and inclusion in the process. The ICT sector now contributes over USD 6.1 trillion to global GDP and is growing twice as fast as the global economy. This progress comes with a rising cost. As cyberattacks multiply, losses per incident soar, and total annual damage equals about 3% of GDP in advanced economies.
This report identifies priority areas where investment can deliver strong returns along with measurable societal impact. These include identity and data security, security operations and services, and back-up & recovery. Summa investments in Logpoint delivers European-native threat detection and response, while FAST LTA provides secure data storage for critical sectors such as healthcare and government. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and a unique opportunity. We hope this report inspires action, collaboration, and investment in building a safer digital future.
This report on investing in cybersecurity for a secure and resilient digital future was written and published by Summa Equity, with research and analysis conducted by CEPS with an ad hoc cybersecurity report. The report examines the growing threat of cyberattacks, their economic and societal costs, and the specific capabilities and innovations needed to defend against them. It also connects systemic challenges and market dynamics with opportunities for high-impact investment. The findings and conclusions presented reflect the CEPS team’s independent research and expert assessment.