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Fitch Ratings reports that US cyber insurance premium rates continue to decline for the third consecutive quarter. Premiums are expected to remain under pressure unless a major cyber event occurs. In 2024, cyber insurance remained profitable. However, direct written premiums fell for the second year. The drop stemmed from reduced rates and fewer active policies. … Read more
Digital World Faces Record-Breaking Cyber Risk Exposure Munich Re’s “Cyber Insurance: Risks and Trends 2025” report projects the cyber insurance market will grow to $16.3 billion by 2025. This growth comes as global cybercrime costs skyrocket, with losses estimated between $1 trillion and $9.5 trillion in 2024 alone. The report, released in April, paints a … Read more
Gallagher Re’s latest report, The Quest for Growth, dives into a range of pressing cybersecurity insurance issues, from ransomware and cyber underwriting cycles to the evolving cyber threat landscape. At the center of it all lies a stark reality: the cyber insurance industry is struggling with volatility and major loss events, yet it holds vast, … Read more
In this episode, Martin Hinton speaks with Ryan Mimmo, Head of Underwriting at Converge Insurance, about the evolving landscape of cyber insurance. They discuss the challenges of underwriting in a rapidly changing environment, the importance of cybersecurity education for businesses, and the need for comprehensive coverage. The conversation also touches on the role of government … Read more
Ransomware Attacks Surge Again in 2024 Ransomware attacks rose nearly 20% in 2024, according to At-Bay’s newly released 2025 InsurSec Report. The severity of these cybercrime attacks also jumped 13%. The report, grounded in real claims data, shows the digital battlefield is getting riskier, especially impacting cybersecurity for mid-sized businesses. Companies earning between $25 million … Read more