New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- India's rapid digital adoption has reshaped how businesses operate, but it has also reshaped how cybercrime works. Phishing attacks now arrive with AI-polished credibility, fake e-commerce storefronts mirror legitimate brands, and deepfake-led impersonation is turning trust into a vulnerability.

For SMEs and digital-first enterprises, cyber incidents are no longer isolated IT disruptions. They increasingly translate into direct financial loss, operational paralysis, and reputational damage. In this environment, cyber risk is emerging as a core business risk, one that leadership teams must address alongside growth and efficiency.

In this conversation with CiOL, Ankit Gupta, Head of Retail Cyber at Policybazaar for B...