Every year, organizations spend millions on phishing awareness training, convinced that simulated phishing emails will turn employees into a human firewall. But new research tells a different story: traditional phishing training doesn’t just fail—it can actually make employees more likely to fall for phishing scams.

As we approach 2025, Chief Security Officers (CSOs) face escalating pressures to navigate an evolving compliance landscape while justifying budgets that can protect and grow their organizations. Stakeholders expect more than reactive measures—they demand proactive solutions that align with business objectives, protect critical data, and meet rigorous regulatory standards.