Small Businesses Must Prepare To Defend – And Insure – Against Cyberattacks 

By: Dr. Zia Muhammad Businesses face a continual threat of cyberattacks, as recent cyberattacks on critical US infrastructure in the Pittsburgh area and healthcare systems nationwide have shown. These attacks can be sophisticated, persistent, and represent a significant threat to every company in any industry. For those in critical infrastructure, a breach doesn’t just affect their bottom line; it poses severe safety … Read more

Stoïk Secures €20m To Scale AI-Driven Cyber Insurance And Incident Response

Stoïk, a Paris-based cyber MGA, raised €20 million ($23.4 USD) in Series C funding as demand grows for cyber liability insurance combined with hands-on security support. The round was co-led by Impala (Veyrat family-owned) and Opera Tech Ventures. Alven and Andreessen Horowitz also participated. “This new capital injection will enable us to accelerate a model … Read more

Black Kite: Over 70% of Major Retailers Show Exposed Credentials in 2026

A company’s computer system is like a building with many locked doors. Credentials, such as keys and passwords, allow access. When these credentials are compromised, criminals can get in easily and cause problems quickly. This risk is now common in wholesale, retail, and their vendors. Black Kite’s 2026 Wholesale & Retail Report links this danger … Read more

Cyber Liability Insurance: Howden Launches Expanded US Cyber Practice

Howden has unveiled its expanded US cyber practice to address the rising demand for cyber liability insurance among corporate clients. The new initiative launches a senior leadership team specializing in brokerage, underwriting, claims, and cyber risk strategy, reflecting the increased threats posed by ransomware and business interruption events. “Our own data shows that cyber protection … Read more

Cyber Risk Alert: Key Takeaways From AXIS’s CEO vs CISO AI Survey

AI adoption races ahead as CEOs push the pedal, but CISOs pump the brakes, warning of cyber risk. The tension is familiar: CISOs continue to face uphill battles aligning boards with swift, emerging threats. AXIS Capital Holdings Limited released new research comparing how CEOs and CISOs in the U.S. and U.K. view AI. The study … Read more

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