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Not long ago we reported on the threat from quishing and brushing. Now the IRS and Microsoft are advising consumers and accountancies about cyber scams linked to tax returns, including “smishing.” What are smishing cyber scams? Read on for a smishing definition. Microsoft Warns of Phishing Attacks Earlier this month Microsoft alerted cyber security professionals … Read more
As cybercrime continues to surge, costing the global economy, by some estimates, $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, the cyber insurance industry is evolving to manage these escalating risks. In response to growing demand for more robust insurance solutions, Coalition has launched Coalition Re. Coalition Re, a reinsurance intermediary, provides capacity for cyber reinsurance treaties and … Read more
Coalition, an Active Insurance provider, has expanded into the excess cyber insurance market in Australia. This move allows businesses to enhance their cyber risk management with up to AUD 20 million in additional coverage on top of their primary insurance. Australian brokers can now offer Coalition’s excess policies, which include drop-down cover for specific sub-limited … Read more
In a groundbreaking venture into the financial aspects of cybersecurity, Parametrix, a front-runner in cloud monitoring and insurance, and Hannover Re, a leading global reinsurer, debuted the first-ever Cumulus Re catastrophe bond. Valued at $13.75 million, this bond is specifically designed to mitigate losses due to prolonged cloud service outages. This is an increasingly critical … Read more
Marsh, a leading insurance broker and risk advisor, appointed Shannan Fort as International Cyber Product Leader of Marsh Specialty. The appointment is effective April 1. Based in London, she will report to Gregory Eskins and Kelly Butler. Fort joins from McGill and Partners, bringing 16 years of experience, including roles at Aon. In her new … Read more