Marking out multidimensional technology risks world faces in 2025

Weaponisation of biotechnology, sophisticated cyberattacks and the cost of investing in security are among challenges this year

Every wave of change brings risks with it. As technology gathers pace, risks are becoming multidimensional. The World Economic Forum (WEF) recently published two reports that highlight the technology risks of 2025. 

The ‘Global Risk Report’ calls weaponisation of biotechnology a key risk, “Biotech-based weapons could also become increasingly integrated with other (non-biological) weaponry. Cyber espionage and warfare, and biological, chemical or nuclear weapons and hazards used in combination have far greater, compounding impacts than when used on their own.” 

While advancements in biotechnology hold immense promise for health and innovation, they also come with significant risks if misused, says