Ransomware Gangs Drop Encryption And Lean Into Data Theft Extortion

Hackers are using encryption less often and are choosing data theft and extortion instead. A new white paper, “Ransomware 2026,” from Symantec and the Carbon Black Threat Hunter Team, tracks this shift. Released on January 14, the report connects the change to higher profits, faster operations, and less complexity for attackers. Record High Counts Mask … Read more

A New Front for AI & Cybersecurity: Aon Expands Cyber Insurance for the Data Centers that Make AI Possible

You’ve read plenty about AI & cybersecurity. Now AON, the major global insurance broker, is stepping up its program to protect the data centers that enable AI in the first place from cybersecurity and other threats. Aon plc has expanded the capacity of its Data Center Lifecycle Insurance Program (DCLP) from $1 billion to $2.5 … Read more

Cyber Insurance Room To Grow: A Podcast Conversation With Max Perkins Of Spektrum Labs

A Cyber Insurance Market – Under Construction Cyber insurance is still developing as a market. Buyers are looking for straightforward coverage, while underwriters want proof that security measures are in place. The latest Cyber Insurance News Podcast explores this tension with Max Perkins from Spektrum Labs. Perkins explains that cyber insurance is still new compared … Read more

Healthcare Cybersecurity Expands as CISO Global Partners With TeleDental

Healthcare Cybersecurity Expands Into Dental Care CISO Global is partnering with TeleDental.com and DentalChat.com to offer advanced healthcare cybersecurity protection to dental clinics across the country. With this agreement, CyberSimple, powered by CHECKLIGHT, will launch as a cybersecurity and financial protection platform designed to improve healthcare data protection. The service will reach more than 358 … Read more

Cowbell Appoints Simon Hughes To Lead Global Cyber Insurance Strategy

Cowbell Cyber has appointed Simon Hughes as Chief Commercial Officer. The appointment takes effect upon the company’s entry into its next growth phase. As Senior Vice President and UK General Manager, Hughes launched Cowbell’s UK operations and expanded its international distribution. Trent Cooksley, co-founder and chief operating officer, credited Hughes with being pivotal in Cowbell’s … Read more

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