In 2025, mobile applications are not a luxury, they are an essential link between business and users. In banking, healthcare, eCommerce or government services, your mobile apps today hold and transmit sensitive data, making them a prime target of cyber-crimes.
“Mobile applications account over 60%, of all digital fraud attempts.” Which means mostly frauds are happening from mobile applications.
-LexisNexis Risk Solutions, 2024 Cybercrime Report
As a result, US regulations have therefore become more stringent around data security and privacy. Failure to comply with Hitrust,HIPPA, PCI-DSS, CCPA, and GLBA doesn’t just lead to penalties- It can cause irreparable damage to brand trust and user retention.
For CEOs, CTOs,CIOs, and enterprise decision-makers, securing mobile apps is no longer a best practice- It is a legal necessity. This blog explores the top security measures businesses must adopt in 2025 to stay compliant and resilient in the U.S. market.
Attackers exploit encryption or unprotected local storage to steal sensitive information.
Improperly secured APIs lead to data leakage and unauthorized access
Hackers decompile app binaries to reveal logic, authentication tokens, or sensitive code.
Real – life example in 2024, a California based telehealth company was fined $3.2 M after patient data was leaked due to insecure mobile app login API.
What it is: Encryption of data at rest and in transit using protocols like AES-256 and TLS
Why it Matters: Prevents eavesdropping and data leakage, even if networks are compromised.
What it is: A security model where no user or system is trusted by default.
Best Practices:
ZTA is now recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as a mobile security baseline.
What is it- A layer between mobile apps and backend services to protect and monitor API calls.
Best Practices:
What is it- Embedding security in CI/CD pipelines
Tooling Includes:
Function- Monitors app behavior in real time and stops malicious activity instantly.
Impact – Reduces threat window for zero-day vulnerabilities and reverse engineering.
Why it Matters- Makes reverse engineering of the app codebase extremely difficult.
Tools- ProGuard, DexGuard, Obfuscapk, and R8
Mobile apps specifically, handling and managing patient information should implement encryption, access control, and audit trails, to comply with HIPPA regulations. You must remember hefty fines can result from even minor infractions.
In case you are dealing with financial apps, you must remember to secure transmission of financial applications. Multi-factor authentication and periodic audits are mandatory for compliance. Along with that, safeguarding sensitive data for financial apps must be ensured by mobile app development companies.
Companies need to disclose data collection, offer opt-out choices and obtain user consent to be in the clear with the California Consumers Privacy Act and equivalent state laws in other U.S. states.
The student data privacy and secure parental access requirements of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act apply to apps that serve schools.
There are lucrative returns if you invest in robust mobile app security:
Contrary to perception, mobile app security is not just a compliance expense- it offers substantial returns -
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Security Investment |
ROI Impact |
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Secure APIs |
Reduced fraud and chargebacks by up to 35% |
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DevSecOps Integration |
3-5x faster time to market due to fewer post-launch issues. |
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Biometric Authentication |
Boosts under trust and retention by 20%-30% |
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Compliance Readiness |
Avoids fines ranging from $100k to over $5M |
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RASP and E2EE |
Prevents breaches that can cost $1-$3 M each |
Security reduces legal risk, increases app performance, increases trust’ with users and speeds compliance– adding up to solid practical longer term financial and brand value.
Problem -
A New York City Startup wanted to create an app for mobile devices, following HIPAA standards, for an excellent security environment and users experience for sensitive patient data
Solution-
Clarion implemented a robust solution stack that included:
Outcome-
Problem:
A fintech startup in the US required a mobile wallet app that can process sensitive payment data and ensure PCI-DSS compliance requirements fast to be the first to launch.
Solution:
The app was developed by Clarion in a focus on financial security by integrating:
Outcome:
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In 2025, mobile app security is no longer optional—it’s both a legal obligation and a critical competitive differentiator. For CEOs, CTOs, and decision-makers, the stakes are higher than ever. Regulatory scrutiny, increasing cyber threats, and rising consumer expectations make it imperative to treat security as a strategic pillar of your digital initiatives.
Organizations that proactively prioritize compliance and implement robust, future-ready security measures aren’t just protecting sensitive data—they’re safeguarding their brand integrity, reputation, investor confidence, and long-term customer loyalty.
On the other hand, neglecting mobile security exposes your business to regulatory fines, data breaches, reputational damage, and potential customer loss. Ignoring security today means paying the price tomorrow.
To thrive in this evolving landscape, choose a mobile app development partner who treats compliance not as a checkbox, but as a strategy—one that’s embedded in every layer of the development lifecycle. Partner with experts who understand your industry, anticipate security challenges, and build solutions that are both compliant and resilient.
Partner with Clarion Technologies to develop mobile applications that are not only secure and scalable but fully compliant with U.S. regulations.