Our new EY study, AI in Cybersecurity Study 2026: agentic AI, Autonomous threats and the future of defense surveyed 500 senior information security leaders, including 216 C-Suite and 284 leaders below the C-suite level, across 12 industries. The goal was to better understand how leaders are quantifying the value of AI in security operations and defining their two-year budget and technology plans.
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Shifting operational technology cybersecurity from defensive to resilient
Discover how to safeguard critical infrastructure and promote business resilience against cyber threats.
From Artificial Intelligence to Super Intelligence: trust must now be proven
Learn how enterprises can build trust in AI through governance, controls, independent assurance and board oversight as autonomous systems evolve.
Building connected quality operations for the AI era
Fragmented systems can limit quality, visibility and innovation. Discover how connected operations help life sciences organizations modernize.
How to turn cyber complexity to measurable enterprise value
Cyber spending and complexity are on the rise. Without transformation, both will continue to dilute ROI and drive up operational and compliance costs.
AI-driven cybersecurity: four ways to scale defense with agentic SOCs
How cybersecurity managed services and AI-powered SOCs can advance a proactive security defense against AI-driven attacks.
How telecoms can dial up cybersecurity in the age of AI attacks
Learn how telecom security leaders can use agentic SOC to build adaptive cyber defense.
Four factors when switching to an agentic SOC cybersecurity model
How agentic SOCs accelerate cybersecurity defenses against AI-driven attacks
Key takeaways from the RSAC Conference 2026
The RSAC Conference 2026 addressed agentic AI and how it will impact organizations; EY’s experts were at the center of these important conversations.
5 steps to match AI cyber defense with advancing agentic threat
How to accelerate agentic cybersecurity to match modern AI threats
How can you redefine resilience for the next frontier of vulnerabilities?
An EY study found that 36% of assets in organizations are vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Explore your sector’s strengths and weaknesses.
Learn how the EY Agentic SOC, built on the CrowdStrike platform, can improve detection and response with real-time cybersecurity.
How to reimagine cybersecurity in the age of AI
The cyber risk operations center as the next-generation cybersecurity operating model, placing risk intelligence at the center of decision-making.
EY rated a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Consulting Services, Q1 2026
EY received the highest scores possible in the criteria marked alignment with CISO needs, Cybersecurity up-skilling for clients, AI-empowered service delivery, AI security and governance, Security posture and program maturity, as well as in innovation, partner ecosystem, and pricing flexibility and transparency in Forrester’s evaluation.
How do you build a security roadmap for a shifting AI terrain?
Protecting the enterprise in an age of autonomous threats and the future of defense; EY research and insights on AI cybersecurity in 2026.
How agentic AI will transform the SOC for strategic advantage
Security operation centers are on the cusp of transformation with agentic AI. Leaders must prioritize it for smarter, more adaptive security operations.
Why cyber GRC is the missing link between security and strategy
When cyber governance, risk and compliance is reimagined, it becomes the strategic bridge that unifies cybersecurity, enterprise risk and business growth.
Strategic approaches to balancing cybersecurity investments
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, organizations navigate a shifting risk landscape filled with financial constraints and regulatory pressures.
How to achieve cyber resilience in an era of AI-enabled offense
Explore the intersection of AI and cyber resilience, revealing strategies to combat sophisticated threats and enhance organizational security.
Cyber and AI oversight disclosures: what companies shared in 2025
Find out what Fortune 100 companies disclosed in 2025 about cyber and AI oversight.
How to turn AI into a catalyst for innovation in cybersecurity
Learn how your cybersecurity team can become a model for the entire organization by embracing AI-driven innovation to thwart cyberattacks.
Oil and gas sector must reprioritize cybersecurity, adjust approachÂ
Aligning cybersecurity with business strategy, including M&A and technology adoption, is crucial for oil and gas to protect against cyber risks. Read more.
How to achieve CISO success: essential strategies
Explore key strategies for CISOs to succeed. Read more to enhance your CISO journey.
Enhancing cybersecurity metrics: CISO strategies
Turn cybersecurity metrics into boardroom insights. Align risk, strategy, and storytelling. Read now.
How cyber insurance enhances risk management in today’s digital age
Explore the evolving world of cyber insurance and learn how to protect your business from cyber threats.
Cyber study: How the C-suite disconnect is leaving organizations exposed
A 2025 EY study shows a consensus on the importance of cybersecurity among executives and a correlation between share price declines and cyber breaches.
How to secure data centers from internal and external risks
Data center security is key; firms must tighten internal policies to shield sensitive info. Discover more.
Ransomware preparedness for health care: practical approaches
Ransomware incidents in health care continue to outpace other sectors. Download this guide to explore practical ransomware preparedness strategies.
How to navigate cybersecurity technology and help manage rising threats
Cybersecurity risks grow with digital expansion; AI/ML adoption invites advanced threats. Strategic defence and ecosystems are key. Learn more.
Why OT security is not just a regulatory imperative for CISOs
CISOs should approach OT as a business enabler that is every bit as important as IT. Find out how to think of the two holistically.
Embracing cyber resilience: the shift from defense to endurance
Explore the shift to cyber resilience, where organizations anticipate, withstand, recover, and adapt to cyber threats for enduring security.
Cybersecurity transformation: a new operating model for utilities
Utilities must become adaptive learners to effectively address cybersecurity challenges and succeed in an ever-changing world.
Cybersecurity in the age of AI: navigating new frontiers at the RSA Conference
Explore key insights from RSA Conference 2024 on evolving cybersecurity strategies and AI challenges with EY and industry experts.
How social engineering scams help spark uptick in cybercrime
Gen Z less confident in identifying cyber threats. Read on.
Securing critical assets: navigating geopolitical compliance
In this webcast, panelists discuss how to navigate cross-border compliance and privacy regulations using EY GenAI and Microsoft technology.
How to navigate cybersecurity in the AI world
In this webcast, panelists discuss the transformative role of AI in cybersecurity. Register and learn more.
Why AI fuels cybersecurity anxiety, particularly for younger employees
Workers say they are worried that they are putting their organizations — and careers — at risk, new EY survey says. Here’s what to do about it.
How can cybersecurity transform to accelerate value from AI?
With AI adoption across business functions booming, CISOs can reposition cybersecurity from the “department of no” to accelerators of AI value. Learn more.
Why AI and machine learning are cybersecurity problems — and solutions
Hackers are using AI and ML to accelerate threats and exploit vulnerabilities. But you can use them to your advantage. Learn more.
How to secure the digital ecosystem in energy and resources
In this webcast, panelists discuss the digital landscape, rise in cloud computing and securing energy companies from evolving cyber threats. Learn more.
AI impacts on data privacy, risk and governance today
AI impacts on data privacy, risk and governance today
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