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A recent survey by the UK Home Office reveals that half of UK businesses have experienced cyber security breaches or attacks in the past year, underscoring the escalating digital risks they face. Phishing remains the most prevalent threat, affecting 84% of businesses, while medium and large companies report even higher rates of cyber incidents. As … Read more
Cyber insurance in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is expanding rapidly as businesses confront increasing threats from cyberattacks and data breaches. As digital transformation accelerates across industries, companies of all sizes become more vulnerable to risks like ransomware, phishing, and malware. Coalition has announced a multi-year capacity agreement with Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co., Ltd. (MSI), part … Read more
In the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, the year 2024 has seen a dramatic increase in ransomware attack severity, according to Coalition’s newly released 2024 Cyber Claims Report: Mid-year Update. The report reveals that while the overall frequency of ransomware attacks decreased, the financial impact of each successful attack soared by 68%, with the average … Read more
Here it is—Your Cyber Insurance Sunday—Upload. The latest cybersecurity insurance news. A few items from the week. Some from us, some from others: Chubb on trust in digital payments; Resilience, Cowbell, and Coalition with people news; NSA official asks about the wisdom of paying ransomware; European Union NIS2 compliance looms; A piece on China-linked hackers … Read more
Coalition has appointed Tine Simonsen as Head of Insurance for Continental Europe, marking a significant step in its European expansion. Coalition, known for its Active Insurance model, is enhancing its presence in the European market with Simonsen at the helm. This move is set to bolster Coalition European operations. Simonsen brings nearly 14 years of … Read more