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Ransomware is hitting English-speaking countries hard. Nozomi Networks Labs reports that 70% of global ransomware activity targets these regions. In late 2025, the U.S. faced 40% of attacks, while Canada and the UK made up another 30%. Attackers are now using generative AI to create convincing lures, act faster, and succeed more often. In September, … Read more
People often talk about human mistakes causing data breaches and cyber insurance claims. But there’s another problem: non-human identities. These include bots, service accounts, apps, automations, and AI agents that act on our behalf. We give them access easily and then forget about them. Some reports say there are now up to 45 non-human identities … Read more
Deal Targets Middle-Market Cyber Risk Markel is giving eligible U.S. cyber insurance policyholders access to Upfort Shield to curb common attacks. The package adds AI automation, monitoring, training, and endpoint detection and response. The insurer aims to cut claim frequency as carriers tighten renewal standards. Markel said eligible policyholders can activate the tools alongside their … Read more
New Milan Teams Target Italian Demand Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM), part of Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, launched two new divisions in Italy. The carrier opened an Energy & Construction unit and a Cyber unit. LSM based both teams in Milan. The move targets rising regional demand for specialty coverage and advisory support. LSM also aims … Read more
Imagine a fleet operator arriving Monday morning to find dispatch screens frozen, drivers locked out of their vehicle apps, backend systems encrypted, and attackers demanding payment to restore access. HSB has launched a cyber insurance product for internet-connected work vehicles, called HSB Commercial Cyber for Auto. This coverage is designed for hacked commercial vehicles and … Read more