I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.In 2024, Singapore accounted for 11% of bot attacks in the APAC region, ranking fourth overall. Malicious bots now drive 45% of the country's internet traffic, up from 35% in 2023. The gambling, gaming, and automotive sectors are the most affected, while travel, retail, and gaming also face significant bot threats. Hong Kong and Indonesia lead with 24% each of bot attacks, followed by Australia at 18%. The rise in bot activity highlights vulnerabilities in Singapore's digital landscape and the broader APAC region.
Malicious bots now drive 45% of Singapore’s internet traffic.
In 2024 Singapore was amongst the most targeted countries targeted by bot attacks in APAC, Thales reported.
The city-state ranked fourth, accounting for 11% of all bot attacks in the region.
In Singapore, malicious bots now account for 45% of all internet traffic, a significant increase from 35% in 2023. Bad bots were most prevalent in the gambling (99.96%), gaming (97%), and automotive (89%) sectors.
In addition, Singapore’s travel (33%), retail (32%) and gaming (13%) sectors are most plagued by advanced bots.
Hong Kong and Indonesia recorded the highest percentage of bot attacks at 24% each, making up nearly half of the region’s total bot activity.
According to Thales’ 2025 Imperva Bad Bot Report, Hong Kong’s role as a global financial hub and gateway to China makes it a top target for cybercriminals exploiting banking, fintech, and e-commerce platforms.
Indonesia’s large, fast-growing digital economy and weaker cybersecurity have made it highly vulnerable to bot-driven fraud and credential stuffing attacks.
Australia ranked third, accounting for 18% of bot attacks. Its developed financial sector, e-commerce market, and critical infrastructure continue to attract credential and automated fraud schemes.