1. Introduction: The Paradox of AI Adoption We are living in an era of rapid technological upheaval, where the pace of implementation often far outstrips the pace of safeguards. According to recent reports by McKinsey, 78% of all companies are already using generative AI (GenAI) to transform their value chains. Yet behind this boom lies a dangerous paradox: while usage is increasing massively, concerns among executives about cybersecurity, data protection, and the reliability