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Coverdash, the insurtech broker, is now offering cyber insurance, and other covers, to start ups and SMBs via LendingTree, the large market place for business and other loans. “This strategic collaboration expands LendingTree’s suite of financial products for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), providing them with an efficient and streamlined way to obtain business insurance … Read more
When we saw 97% on a grade school test, it meant we did well. For America’s top retailers, that number signals trouble. A new report by cybersecurity firm SecurityScorecard reveals that 97% of the top 100 U.S. retailers experienced third-party data breaches in the past year. You could peg this to the coming holiday shopping … Read more
Using “admin” as a username for a virtual private network (VPN) is akin to parking your car and leaving the keys in the ignition. You are making it easy; why not leave the car running? This careless practice can make your system vulnerable to ransomware attacks. According to Corvus Insurance’s Q3 2024 Cyber Threat Report, … Read more
Suppose startups are the kids of the business world. In that case, the latest Embroker report suggests they’re growing up fast when it comes to startup cybersecurity. Among the findings in the 2024 Cyber Risk Index? That 93% of startups now carry cyber insurance. This is an obvious sign of increasing maturity in addressing cyber … Read more
Bitdefender announced a new cybersecurity breach warranty program for businesses using its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. The program offers Bitdefender customers up to $1 million in Cysurance Certification Warranty and access to discounted premium cyber insurance coverage. Delivered through a partnership with Cysurance, the warranty provides financial compensation if a security incident affects … Read more