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UK’s Bold Ransomware Crackdown: Incident Reporting Boosted, Criminal Payments Curbed

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The UK government has introduced proposals to increase ransomware incident reporting and reduce payments to cyber criminals. The measures are rooted in the principle that ransom payments fuel the crime by making it more lucrative. Much like negotiating with terrorists, paying ransoms risks emboldening criminals and increasing the likelihood of future attacks while failing to … Read more

Siobhan O’Brien Joins MSIG USA as Cyber Insurance Leader

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MSIG USA has appointed Siobhan O’Brien as its new head of cyber insurance. She has over 20 years of experience in cyber insurance and professional liability across global markets, O’Brien will spearhead the growth and strategy of MSIG USA’s cyber insurance portfolio. Peter McKenna, CEO of MSIG USA, emphasized the significance of her appointment. “O’Brien’s … Read more

CyberCube Partners with Acclaim Insurance Brokers to Enhance Cyber Risk Assessment in Singapore

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CyberCube and Acclaim Insurance Brokers partner to enhance cyber risk assessment services. Acclaim, a leading independent insurance broker serving over 2,000 companies, will integrate CyberCube’s Broking Manager platform into its operations. This partnership underscores Acclaim’s commitment to delivering advanced cyber insurance solutions. CyberCube Acclaim Insurance Partner Cyber Risk The Broking Manager platform provides brokers with … Read more

ProWriters, a Cyber Insurance Wholesaler, Is For Sale: Report

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Insurance wholesaler ProWriters, a digital distributor which has made a push in cyber insurance, is exploring a potential sale of its business, reports Insurance Insider US. Insurance M&A specialist Dowling Hales is advising ProWriters, according to the article. ProWriters offers several categories of cyber insurance, including E&O, CGL & D&O. It generates revenue of app. … Read more

92% of Industrial Sites Face Cybersecurity Risks from Remote Access, DeNexus Study Finds

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A new study by DeNexus has revealed that a startling 92% of industrial sites worldwide are at risk from unsecured remote access systems, exposing them to potential losses as high as $1.5 million per location. The research into Industrial cybersecurity risks looked at 254 industrial facilities. Covering North America, Europe, and Australia, underscoring the vulnerability … Read more

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