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Flashpoint’s 2025 midyear ransomware report highlights the persistence of familiar cybercriminal groups while also introducing new players in the ransomware landscape. Established gangs such as Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) operators continue to dominate, leveraging their tried-and-true tactics to exploit vulnerabilities across various sectors. The report indicates that these groups are not only maintaining their foothold but are also evolving by incorporating advanced technologies. This evolution includes the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their attack strategies, making them more efficient and harder to detect.

In addition to the well-known entities, the report sheds light on emerging gangs that are rapidly gaining notoriety. These new actors are adopting AI-driven techniques to automate processes and improve their operational effectiveness. The integration of AI allows these groups to analyse data more effectively, target victims with precision, and execute attacks with greater speed. As the ransomware threat landscape continues to evolve, organisations must remain vigilant and adapt their cybersecurity measures to counteract these sophisticated tactics employed by both established and new cybercriminals. 

Categories: Ransomware Trends, AI Utilization in Cybercrime, Emerging Threat Actors 

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