Coalition, a provider of Active Insurance designed to mitigate digital risks, announced the introduction of an Affirmative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Endorsement to its cyber insurance policies in the U.S. and Canada. This addition aims to clarify and extend coverage for incidents involving AI technology, such as security failures or data breaches initiated by AI systems.
The endorsement redefines security breaches to include AI security events where artificial intelligence technology compromises the security of computer systems. It also revises the definition of a funds transfer fraud (FTF) event to cover fraudulent instructions issued through deepfakes or other AI technologies. This update is intended to address the growing use of AI in cyber-attacks and provide more comprehensive coverage for incidents.
“Double-Edged Sword”
Shawn Ram, Coalition’s Head of Insurance, explained the rationale behind the endorsement. “As AI becomes more common in cyber-attacks, it’s important to ensure our policies clearly cover these incidents,” he said. Ram highlighted the importance of adapting insurance offerings to meet the evolving digital threat landscape and providing assurance to brokers and policyholders alike.
Tiago Henriques, Coalition’s Head of Research, commented on the broader implications of AI in cybersecurity. “AI is a double-edged sword, with the potential to both enhance cyber-attacks and bolster defenses,” Henriques noted. He discussed Coalition’s efforts to leverage AI for better risk management and insurance protection.
In 2023, Coalition launched CoalitionAI™, an initiative aimed at using generative AI and large language models to support brokers and businesses in managing cyber risk and cyber insurance. This move is part of the company’s broader strategy to incorporate AI into its operations, improving underwriting accuracy, risk segmentation, and customer service.
The AI Endorsement is now available for inclusion in Coalition’s U.S. Surplus and Canada Cyber Insurance policies.
Source: Coalition Adds New Affirmative Artificial Intelligence Endorsement to Cyber Insurance Policies.
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