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Liberty Mutual Insurance Global Risk Solutions has expanded its cyber liability insurance team by appointing Elisabeth Case as Global Product Manager, Cyber. In her new role, Case will oversee cyber products and underwriting strategies worldwide. She reports to Matthew Hogg, Global Product Leader, Cyber. This marks the latest addition to Liberty Mutual’s Global Cyber team. … Read more
The specialist insurer has announced the closing of PoleStar Re Ltd, the Series 2024-1 Class A notes “designed to cover remote probability catastrophic and systemic events. Structured on an indemnity trigger and per-occurrence basis, the bond runs for a two-year term through to the end of 2025.” Capital from ILS (insurance-linked securities) will be increasingly … Read more
Fear is fueling fortunes in the encryption industry. As data breaches and cyber threats explode, the global network encryption market is bracing for a windfall. It is expected to reach a colossal USD 8.56 billion by 2032 (**see note below). This 7.8% annual growth surge signals a desperate scramble for digital shields, leaving no corner … Read more
The Travelers Companies has officially sealed the deal on acquiring Corvus Insurance Holdings, Inc., a cyber liability insurance managing general underwriter known for its cutting-edge proprietary technology. Alan Schnitzer, Chairman and CEO of Travelers, expressed satisfaction with the partnership forged with Corvus over the past year. The completion of the acquisition marks the official integration … Read more
In 2023, the United States faced a relentless onslaught of financially driven ransomware attacks. These assaults impacted 2,207 hospitals, schools, governments, and private sector companies, as detailed by Emsisoft in their report “State of Ransomware.” The ransomware epidemic, as dire as ever, not only disrupted critical services. It also claimed lives, with an estimated 42 to … Read more