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Feb 26, 2026

Ransomware Payments Drop to 28% Record Low Even as Attacks Surge 50%: What NC Businesses Must Know

New Chainalysis data shows ransomware payment rates hit an all-time low of 28%, but attacks surged 50% year-over-year with $820M+ in payments. Learn what separates businesses that recover without payi…