AI cyber threat surge leaves most firms underprepared, BCG survey warns

A new Boston Consulting Group report shows a growing gap between Artifical Inteligence powered attacks and how companies defend against them. The report points to rising losses, more executive worry, and slow investment, even as threats increase. BCG surveyed 500 senior leaders worldwide across different industries and regions to highlight the seriousness of the problem. … Read more

SMB Cybersecurity: Half The Market Has Been Bitten

At 2:13 p.m., the invoice printer jammed, phones kept ringing, and every screen froze at a login prompt. The owner tried their usual password, but it failed repeatedly. In that quiet moment, business stopped, and costs rose. According to Guardz, about half of U.S. SMBs have already faced a cyberattack. Guardz surveyed 800 U.S.-based SMB … Read more

Veeam Survey: Cybersecurity Threats and AI Attacks Push Supplier Liability Into Focus For 2026

Boardrooms are increasingly focusing on partner accountability as cybersecurity threats move through supply chains. Ransomware is a worry, but according to a new Veeam survey, 88% of leaders consider partner and supplier security standards important in 2026. Half of those surveyed rate this as extremely important, while 38% view it as moderately important. This trend … Read more

Cyber Risk Management Surge: New Report Shows Rising Threats and Bigger 2026 Security Budgets

Organizations are dealing with higher costs from third-party risks, ongoing ransomware attacks, and more frequent technology failures. A new Marsh report warns that 2026 could be especially challenging as attackers become more aggressive and supply-chain issues worsen. The Cyber Catalyst Report, which surveyed over 2,200 cyber risk leaders in 20 countries, highlights these growing threats … Read more

Cyber Liability Insurance In The Spotlight As SMEs Face Rising Digital Attacks – NEW PODCAST

Host Martin Hinton leans on a tiled rooftop beside trees and houses, with an overlaid banner reading “New Podcast – Cyber Insurance News & Information – SMEs Under Siege – With Host Martin Hinton” and the Cyber Insurance News podcast logo, promoting a cyber liability insurance episode for small and medium-sized businesses.

Cyber Insurance And The Risk Reality For SMEs – The latest Cyber Insurance News & Information Podcast focuses on cyber liability insurance, reflecting the rising concerns among SMEs. Executive editor Martin Hinton talks with Cowbell co-founder and COO Trent Cooksley. Together, they discuss why small and medium-sized businesses are now prime targets for cybercriminals. From … Read more