A Bibliometric Analysis of Cybersecurity Challenges Faced by Fintech Firms

Abstract

Purpose: This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of cybersecurity challenges in the FinTech sector, focusing on emerging threats and vulnerabilities associated with digital financial technologies.

Methodology/Design/Approach: The study utilizes bibliometric analysis based on 311 articles retrieved from the Dimensions.ai database covering the period from 2016 to 2025. VOSviewer software was employed to analyze publication trends, co-citation patterns, and author collaboration networks.

Findings: The findings reveal a substantial growth in cybersecurity-related FinTech research, particularly after 2020, indicating increasing global concern regarding digital financial security. The study identifies leading contributors, influential publications, and collaborative research patterns within the field. It further highlights major cybersecurity challenges, including data breaches, privacy risks, and regulatory compliance issues arising from technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain.

Implications: The study emphasizes the importance of developing robust cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory mechanisms, and innovative technological solutions to strengthen secure digital financial ecosystems.

Originality/Value: This research provides a comprehensive bibliometric overview of cybersecurity issues in FinTech and offers valuable insights into emerging research directions and collaborative developments in the field.

JEL Classification: D83, G23, L86, O33