Cyber Insurance “Policy Buyback” Approved for Victims of 23andMe Hack

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved a cyber liability insurance policy buyback that will allow the company once called 23andMe (now Chrome Holding Co.) to transfer $16.5 million in cash from its cyber insurers to those impacted by its hack (see the key legal document below). The legal decision this week is a step toward … Read more

The Hidden Costs of Cyberattacks on Small Businesses

News of data breaches and cyberattacks against large corporations seems to make headlines every week. It’s easy for small business owners to think those stories don’t apply to them, but that assumption can leave them vulnerable. Attackers today use automated tools that scan the internet for potential weak spots. Any business that relies on technology, … Read more

Cowbell Expands Cyber Insurance Policy Tools With New Self-Service Security Platform

Cowbell introduced new self-service tools for its Cowbell Resiliency Services platform. The update gives organizations direct access to cybersecurity resources through their cyber insurance policy dashboard. New Features Support Faster Cyber Risk Management The platform now lets businesses browse and activate security services on demand. Users can request managed detection and response, identity monitoring, or … Read more

Knock, Knock: Your Cyber Insurance Policy Wants to See Your ID

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Your cyber insurer is checking whether your identity controls deserve a cyber insurance policy at all. A new Delinea research report shows that identity security now stands at the front door. Identity Checks Now Define the Cyber Insurance Policy Market Delinea’s 2025 Cyber Insurance Research Report finds identity controls now influence … Read more

Cyber Insurance Policy Boom 2026: How Cyber Coverage Became Insurers’ Key to Growth and Retention

TransUnion’s 2026 Insurance Outlook calls cyber insurance a “value-add coverage” that will define growth and retention strategies. Cyber Coverage Becomes a Growth Engine TransUnion’s 2026 Annual Trends and Outlook Report forecasts a new competitive phase for insurers, driven by the expanding role of cyber insurance. The report identifies cyber insurance policy adoption as both a … Read more

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