CYPFER Names Brian Burke as VP to Strengthen Cyber Insurance & Legal Strategy

CYPFER has named Brian Burke as Vice President (VP) of Insurance & Law Strategy. Burke brings nearly a decade of experience in incident response and cyber insurance. Cybersecurity Incident Response Burke has built strong relationships within the cyber insurance and legal sectors. He has worked with insurers, brokers, and law firms to manage cybersecurity incidents … Read more

New USCG Cybersecurity Rule Targets Maritime Cybersecurity Risks

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued a final rule on January 17, 2025, to address cybersecurity threats in the Marine Transportation System (MTS). Effective July 16, 2025, the rule establishes new cybersecurity requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf facilities, and onshore facilities regulated under the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA). (Summary of … Read more

CFC Announces New Global Leadership for Cyber and Proactive Security

Global insurance provider CFC has promoted two senior leaders to unify its cyber and proactive security teams worldwide. James Burns Named Global Head of Cyber Insurance CFC has promoted James Burns to Global Head of Cyber, a newly created role. Burns, who has been with CFC for 12 years, has led the company’s cyber strategy … Read more

Cyber Insurance Risks Surge in 2025: Ransomware, AI Fraud, and Regulatory Pressures

The RPC Annual Insurance Review 2025 highlights the growing risks in cyber insurance as attacks intensify and insurers adapt to evolving threats. Key issues include rising ransomware incidents, the impact of AI-driven fraud, and increased regulatory scrutiny worldwide. The report assesses significant insurance trends across key international jurisdictions and multiple business lines, covering topics such … Read more

CFC Adds Property Damage Coverage to $30M Cyber Insurance Product

CFC has added property damage coverage to its $30 million large line size cyber insurance product. The expansion addresses growing cyber risks affecting physical assets in industries like manufacturing and energy. New Coverage Addresses Cyber-Related Property Damage CFC’s updated cyber policy now includes physical property damage caused by cyber events. The addition fills a coverage … Read more