Ransomware

Capito, Hickenlooper Reintroduce Bipartisan Cyber Insurance Bill for Small Businesses

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Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) reintroduced the bipartisan Insure Cybersecurity Act to safeguard small businesses against rising cyber threats. According to Accenture’s Cybercrime study, nearly 43% of cyber-attacks target small businesses, yet only 14% feel adequately prepared despite spending between $826 and $653,587 per incident. As many know, 95% of breaches … Read more

UK’s Bold Ransomware Crackdown: Incident Reporting Boosted, Criminal Payments Curbed

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The UK government has introduced proposals to increase ransomware incident reporting and reduce payments to cyber criminals. The measures are rooted in the principle that ransom payments fuel the crime by making it more lucrative. Much like negotiating with terrorists, paying ransoms risks emboldening criminals and increasing the likelihood of future attacks while failing to … Read more

Cybersecurity in APAC: Managing Lunar New Year Risks with Proactive Measures

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The Lunar New Year brings joy and celebration across Asia-Pacific (APAC) and increases cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Experts warn that cybercriminals target festive seasons, exploiting reduced staff presence, delayed responses, and distractions. Studies reveal that 86% of ransomware attacks in the US, UK, France, and Germany occurred during holidays or weekends, and APAC is no exception. According … Read more

Cyber Insurance Vital in Battling Escalating Cyber Threats, Says KnowBe4 Report

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The growing sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks should push organizations to rethink their cybersecurity strategies. According to a new KnowBe4 report, “Cyber Insurance and Security: Meeting the Rising Threat,” the intersection of cybersecurity and insurance is becoming a critical focus for businesses. The report highlights the rising costs of cyber incidents, the evolving threat landscape, … Read more

Resilience Announces Leadership Promotions to Expand Global Operations

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Resilience, a company specializing in cyber risk management, has announced leadership promotions to support its global expansion in 2025. Resilience CEO Vishaal “V8” Hariprasad stated that these leadership promotions will help Resilience improve its integration of cybersecurity and insurance. President Mario Vitale noted the importance of internal talent in supporting the company’s operational goals. “And … Read more

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