Leading Technological Innovations in Digital Security

Abstract

Digital security holds critical importance in the era of global digitalization, which increasingly shapes daily life and business practices. Cyber threats such as ransomware, hacking, and data breaches demand continuous improvement of protective strategies to safeguard the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information. Implementing advanced technologies has become essential for risk mitigation and enhanced system resilience. Innovations such as zero-trust architecture ensure access control and the elimination of implicit trust, while multi-factor authentication (MFA) significantly enhances system security. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) enable real-time threat detection and response. At the same time, advanced cryptography, including post-quantum algorithms and homomorphic encryption, provides future-proof resilience against emerging threats. Technologies like blockchain and cloud security reduce administrative costs and enhance transparency, while specific protective measures for IoT devices and mobile platforms address their inherent vulnerabilities. Automation and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms optimize the efficiency of security teams, enabling faster incident responses. Efficient digital security requires a combination of cutting-edge technologies, user education, and continuous adaptation to the evolving threat landscape. A focus on the contextual needs of users ensures the successful implementation of protective measures. This paper the authors prepared using research methods typical of review articles, including the systematic processes of searching, selecting, analyzing, and synthesizing existing literature. The findings highlight that integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies significantly fortifies digital security within the finance sector. Key benefits include enhanced fraud detection, automated threat response mechanisms, and improved data integrity. Recommended measures for bolstering security encompass advanced encryption protocols, robust authentication techniques, regular software updates, cryptographic validation of transactions, and the automation of smart contracts. Collectively, these technological advancements minimize vulnerabilities, deter malicious actors, and foster greater trust among users. UDC: 005.334:[004.056:330.341.1]; JEL: C88, D83, K24, L86, M15, O33