ITALY Trends and Developments Contributed by: Paolo Balboni, Luca Bolognini, Francesco Capparelli and Giulia Finocchiaro, ICT Legal Consulting
Focus on AI and quantum-resistant cybersecurity
Conclusion Italy’s cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolv - ing, driven by regulatory reforms, emerging cyberthreats and technological advancements. Businesses must proactively enhance cyber- resilience, adopting risk-based security strat - egies, compliance automation and advanced threat intelligence to navigate the growing com - plexity of cybersecurity obligations. As digital transformation accelerates, organisa - tions that prioritise cybersecurity investments, strengthen regulatory compliance and adopt cutting-edge security technologies will gain a competitive advantage in the Italian market.
AI-powered cybersecurity solutions will play a key role in automating threat detection, response and risk analysis. Quantum-resistant cryptography is emerging as a critical area of research, ensuring long-term protection against quantum computing threats. Harmonisation of cybersecurity standards across the EU The EU Cyber-Resilience Act (expected in 2025) will introduce mandatory cybersecurity certifica - tion for ICT products, further harmonising cyber- risk management across sectors. Italy will need to adapt national regulations to align with new EU cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring interoperability and compliance effi - ciency.
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