India, May 17 -- The latest CrowdStrike 2026 Threat Report paints a worrying picture for banks, fintech firms, and financial institutions. Cybercriminals are no longer relying only on malware or stolen passwords. They are now using AI-generated identities, fake recruiters, and trusted SaaS platforms to move faster and stay hidden longer.

According to the report, hands-on-keyboard intrusions against financial organisations jumped 43% globally over the last two years, with North America alone seeing a 48% rise. The findings suggest that attackers are becoming more organised, automated, and financially motivated at the same time.

One of the biggest shifts highlighted in the CrowdStrike 2026 Threat Report is how AI is helping threat actors ...