Cyber Insurance & Lawsuits: It’s a “Race” to the Courthouse for Cyber Litigation

Thought the risk of being sued for a cyber breach was already high? It’s getting worse, Carolyn Purwin Ryan, a partner in Mullen Coughlin LLC’s data privacy and cybersecurity practice, told viewers during a recent webinar. Ryan noted that cyber breaches requiring the notification of >10,000 individuals often triggered a class-action lawsuit. But weeks ago … Read more

Coalition Partners with Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance to Expand Cyber Insurance in Australia

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

Kroll Appoints Katherine Keefe to Lead Global Cyber Insurance Capabilities

Kroll announced the appointment of Katherine Keefe as Managing Director and Global Cyber Insurance Industry Lead. In this role, Keefe will lead Kroll’s global cyber insurance efforts, expanding services for insurance clients dealing with evolving cyber threats and regulatory challenges. Dave Burg, Global Head of Cyber & Data Resilience at Kroll, emphasized Keefe’s expertise and … Read more

Pen Underwriting Launches Revamped Corporate Cyber Insurance Offering

Pen Underwriting has relaunched its cyber insurance proposition for large corporate clients, marking a significant expansion in its coverage and risk appetite. Announced on October 17, 2024, the revamped offering includes £10 million in primary cover and a £15 million limit for excess of loss (XOL), backed by a consortium of A-rated capacity providers with … Read more

The Role of Human Error in Cybersecurity Failures and How to Mitigate It

Humans are the heartbeat of any organization, driving innovation, decision-making, and daily operations; as both customers and employees, they keep businesses afloat. However, with human involvement comes the inevitability of human error. This issue transcends industries—whether it’s the 1999 NASA Mars Climate Orbiter crash caused by a metric conversion error or the 2021 Colonial Pipeline … Read more

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