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Independent Financial Advisors (IFAs) work with sensitive information like bank data, pension details, and investment records every day. This makes them a target for fraud and ransomware attacks. AI will only accelerate the risk. If a breach happens, it can lead to client notifications, regulatory investigations, and expensive business disruptions. Cyber insurance helps IFAs cover the costs of responding to incidents and maintain steady cash flow after an attack.
Product Launch And Market Focus
On February 2, 2026, Generali’s UK branch introduced primary cyber insurance for Independent Financial Advisor clients. Generali Global Corporate & Commercial UK created and manages this product. The insurer designed the policy specifically for the UK IFA market.
Coverage Designed To Complement Professional Indemnity
Generali stated that the policy covers cyber risks that affect IFAs. This new coverage adds to the existing professional indemnity options for UK IFAs. The insurer described the launch as an expansion of its Financial Lines portfolio.
Claims Support And Financial Lines Strategy
Generali said IFA clients will be able to use its in-house claims experts as part of its Financial Lines services. Luke Harris, Product Head PI & Tech E&O at Generali UK, connected the launch to the increasing challenges IFAs face. He explained that Generali developed the product based on feedback from brokers and clients.
“Generali believes we are uniquely positioned within the IFA market to provide solutions to their concerns. Importantly, our proactive in-house claims expertise will enable clients to benefit from this new innovation and offer clarity when they need it most,” said Harris
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Differentiation And Technology Claims
Jeremy Cottle, Head of Financial Lines at Generali UK, said the new cyber product is part of a larger plan to stand out in the market. He also mentioned an “affirmative AI solution” that supports Generali’s approach to IFA insurance. “We are excited to launch this complementary product and believe that this coupled with our affirmative AI solution will continue to differentiate Generali UK from other IFA insurers,” said Cottle.
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