iGaming 2025: cybersecurity as a strategic priority

Cyber threats in online gaming continue to grow, with fraud, data theft and AI attacks putting players and operators at risk.

SOFTSWISS« iGaming Trends 2025 report identified cybersecurity as one of the key global trends shaping the future of online gaming.

Key Risks

• Player data theft and fraudulent transactions
• Attacks through employees and social engineering
• Generative AI allows even less experienced attackers to launch sophisticated cyberattacks

According to industry surveys, the number of AI-driven cyberattacks in 2025 has increased by 47%, with losses to companies reaching tens of billions of euros.

What's changing in operations

• 24/7 security monitoring and incident analysis (example of implementation - SOC in SOFTSWISS)
• Automation of alarm processing and false alarm filtering
• Rapid incident response through cross-functional teams (CSIRT)
• Use of modern tools for access control, risk identification and transaction protection

Examples of specific attacks

• Phishing and social engineering on employees of operators and suppliers
• Document forgery and KYC using generative AI
• Attacks on game accounts via automated bots and compromised passwords

Why cybersecurity matters

Cybersecurity affects player trust and company reputation, reduces financial losses from fraud and attacks, and ensures regulatory compliance.

Practical impact on operators

• Increased costs for protection and audit of the affiliate chain
• Implementation of tiered limits and checks on disbursements
• Increased requirements for transparency and incident preparedness

Conclusions

• Cybersecurity becomes a strategic business asset
• Automation and 24/7 monitoring reduce the risks of loss and fraud
• Companies that can anticipate threats and respond quickly gain a competitive advantage
• Protected player = trust, stable income, stable market