Mark Sauter

Mark Sauter's insights on the financial, policy and security elements of cyber insurance are based on years of experience in the investment banking, media and business worlds. Co-author of the McGraw Hill university textbook "Homeland Security: a Complete Guide," Sauter was also a consultant to one of the world's largest software companies and served as a US Army Special Forces and infantry officer.

Cyber Insurance Market Size Growing, But So is Competition & Pricing Pressure

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The global cyber insurance market size is positioned for strong long-term growth, but competitive challenges are increasing for re/insuers, according to recent analyses from Market Research Future and S&P Global Ratings. According to a Market Research Future report, the cyber insurance market size is projected to expand from $13.13 billion in 2024 to $126.89 billion … Read more

D&O or D&O Not, There is No Try — Directors and Officers Need to Worry About D&O Insurance for Cybersecurity

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As global cyber threats intensify, directors and officers (D&Os) face increased regulatory scrutiny, surging litigation and ballooning insurance premiums, according to the latest Allianz Commercial D&O Insurance Insights 2026 report. D&O insurance for cybersecurity is a hot issue in the industry and at many companies. The Risks – D&O Insurance for Cybersecurity The Allianz report … Read more

Cyber Insurance “Policy Buyback” Approved for Victims of 23andMe Hack

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A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved a cyber liability insurance policy buyback that will allow the company once called 23andMe (now Chrome Holding Co.) to transfer $16.5 million in cash from its cyber insurers to those impacted by its hack (see the key legal document below). The legal decision this week is a step toward … Read more

Rich Boomers Lag on Personal Cyber Insurance: Report

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America’s wealthiest households are confronting rapidly escalating cyber threats, yet many remain significantly underinsured and lack adequate family and personal cyber insurance, according to new findings from the 2025 PRMA Private Client Insurance Insights Survey. The full survey results reveal a widening disconnect between rising digital risks and the protection strategies high-net-worth (HNW) families have … Read more

Marks & Spencer Gets $132 million in Cyber Insurance Claims, But Cyber Attack Slashes Profits

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British retailer Marks & Spencer has started receiving substantial cyber insurance claims payouts from its April cyberattack. “Insurance income proceeds of £100.0m (app. $132 million), in respect of the incident, recorded centrally in adjusted profit,” the Company reported in its November 5th earnings report. But headlines on the report focused on the dramatic decrease in … Read more

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