IBM's latest 'Cost of Data Breach' report reveals that 63% of organizations lack effective AI governance policies, presenting a rising threat from Shadow AI—unauthorized AI usage. In 2025, global data breach costs averaged $4.44 million, marking a decline for the first time in five years, driven by AI defenses. However, India saw an increase in breach costs, rising from $2.35 million to $2.51 million, highlighting ongoing risks in data security.