Lawful Interception Market Report 2025

The lawful interception market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $5.57 billion in 2024 to $6.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to a rise in criminal and terrorist activities, lawful interception in the virtual environment, a rise in government initiatives, a rise in technological advancements, and an increase in investments.

The lawful interception market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.8 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing number of cybercrimes, a rise in the volume of data traffic, and the introduction of next-generation networks. Major trends in the forecast period include an increasing number of cybercrimes, a rise in the volume of data traffic, and the introduction of next-generation networks.

The increase in cybercrimes is expected to significantly boost the growth of the lawful interception market. Cybercrimes, which encompass a rise in cyber-attacks via social media, the Internet, and hacking software, create a pressing need for lawful interception as a key tool for identifying and preventing criminal activities. For instance, in November 2023, the 2023 ASD Cyber Threat Report by the Australian Signals Directorate revealed that ReportCyber received approximately 94,000 reports of cybercrime during the 2022-23 financial year, representing a 23% increase from the previous year. This translates to an average of one report submitted every six minutes. Consequently, the surge in cybercrimes is driving the demand for lawful interception solutions to enhance security and law enforcement efforts.

The increased internet penetration is expected to significantly boost the growth of the lawful interception market. Internet penetration, which measures the proportion of a country's population with internet access, enhances lawful interception capabilities primarily due to the rise in online communication platforms and the expanding digital footprints of individuals. For example, in October 2023, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) reported that in low-income countries, internet usage rose to 27% of the population in 2023, up from 24% in 2022. This growth in internet access creates more opportunities for lawful interception to monitor and analyze online communications, thereby driving demand for these solutions.

Major companies in the lawful interception market are increasingly integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing to enhance their surveillance capabilities. AI enables machines to simulate human intelligence for tasks such as problem-solving and language understanding, while cloud computing provides remote access to computing services, storage, and applications. For example, in September 2024, Ericsson, a Sweden-based telecommunications giant, launched the Cradlepoint R980 and S400 solutions. The Cradlepoint R980 is a ruggedized 5G router designed for vehicles, facilitating high-performance applications like AI-driven video recognition and real-time data analysis for sectors such as public safety and smart cities. Meanwhile, the Cradlepoint S400 is a zero-trust IoT appliance that ensures secure connectivity for various applications, including industrial uses and smart building controls, featuring customizable interfaces for specific deployment needs. This integration of AI and cloud technology not only enhances surveillance capabilities but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of lawful interception solutions.

Major companies in the lawful interception market are increasingly adopting strategic partnerships to develop innovative solutions. These collaborations help companies combine resources and expertise, enhance research and development capabilities, expand market reach, and accelerate commercialization, ultimately driving innovation and growth in the industry. For example, in August 2024, Ericsson, a Sweden-based multinational networking and telecommunications company, partnered with Telstra, an Australia-based telecommunications provider, to enhance mobile connectivity in Australia. They aimed to deploy Ericsson's 4th generation Radio Access Network (RAN) platform, establishing a consistent 5G Advanced platform. This partnership is expected to improve network performance and increase capacity, enabling advanced services such as IoT applications and enhancing user experiences across the country. Such collaborations are essential for advancing lawful interception capabilities and ensuring robust communication infrastructure.

In June 2022, SGT Capital, a Germany-based investment firm, acquired Utimaco Verwaltungs GmbH from the EQT Mid-Market Europe fund for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen SGT Capital's position in the cybersecurity sector by leveraging Utimaco’s expertise in secure communication and lawful interception technologies. By integrating Utimaco's capabilities, SGT Capital seeks to enhance its portfolio and expand its market reach in compliance-driven industries. Utimaco Verwaltungs specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on secure communication, data protection, and lawful interception technologies, making it a strategic addition to SGT Capital's investments.

Major companies operating in the lawful interception market include Cisco Systems, BAE Systems, Ericsson, VERINT SYSTEMS INC, SS8 Networks, Inc., FireEye, Inc., Vocal Technologies, Trovicor Networks, Utimaco GmbH, AQSACOM Innovating Intelligence, Matison, Shoghi Communications Ltd, Comint Systems and Solutions Pvt Ltd, HSD, Softel Systems Pty Ltd, Advantal Technologies Private Limited, Thales, Cy4Gate SPA, Utimaco, IPS S.P.A, ETSI, Atos, RCS S.p.A., Signatec LLC, Squire Technologies, Ixia, Huntsman, Tracespan Communications, NICE Systems Ltd, Infratech, Infocomm Group LLC, Intertel, Aluko Oyebode.

North America was the largest region in the lawful interception market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the lawful interception market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the lawful interception market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

Lawful interception pertains to the authorized surveillance of communication between individuals by law enforcement agencies through various electronic means, such as phone calls and emails. In this process, the service provider supplies intercepted communications of private individuals or organizations to law enforcement officials.

The primary devices involved in lawful interception encompass mediation devices, routers, intercept access points (IAP), gateways, switches, management servers, among others. The mediation device facilitates the interconnection of two different devices by offering services such as protocol conversion and mediation. These devices play a crucial role in establishing and provisioning lawful intercept interfaces. Various network technologies, including voice-over-internet protocol (VOIP), long-term evolution (LTE), wireless local area network (WLAN), worldwide interoperability for microwave Access (WiMAX), digital subscriber line (DSL), public switched telephone network (PSTN), integrated services for the digital network (ISDN), among others, are employed. Communication content spans voice communication, video, text messaging, email, data downloads, facsimile, digital pictures, and file transfer. The end users of lawful interception are law enforcement agencies and the government.

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The lawful interception market consists of revenues earned by entities that are engaged in providing services such as authentication, virtual networks, local area networks, the internet of things, telecommunication, law enforcement, and networking function. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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