Cybercrime's Economic Impact

• Cybercrime is the fastest-growing industry globally, fueled by the dark web's anonymity and vast marketplaces for illicit activities.
• The dark web facilitates various cybercrimes, including ransomware attacks, and other illegal trades.
• By 2026, the cost of cybercrime is projected to exceed $20 trillion, making the dark web the third-largest economy globally after the U.S. and China.
• The dark web's growth fuels cybercrime's expansion, attracting skilled individuals with financial incentives and enabling sophisticated, large-scale attacks through AI.