Аннотация. Between 2020 and 2025, phishing attacks have evolved significantly in both technical and strategic dimensions. This study analyzes global trends using open cybersecurity sources and highlights the increasing sophistication of phishing techniques, including BEC, vishing, smishing, whaling, and search engine phishing. The research identifies the most affected sectors — finance, healthcare, and education — and evaluates modern defense mechanisms such as AI-powered filters, behavioral biometrics, and Zero Trust architectures. Findings indicate that attacks have become increasingly realistic and difficult to detect. Based on the results, the study recommends adopting integrated, multi-layered defense strategies and emphasizes the importance of AI technologies in phishing prevention.