Bots account for 51% of internet traffic, AI-driven bot attacks surged 12.5x in 2025: Report

Thales says bots now make up more than 53% of web traffic in 2025, with around 40% of bot activity classified as malicious.

AI-driven bot attacks surged 12.5x year over year, signaling a rapid escalation in automated threats.

The report says AI agents are emerging as a new traffic category, blurring the line between legitimate users and bots.

Attackers are increasingly targeting APIs, identity systems, and account takeovers, with financial services in particular at risk.