Cyber
Beazley addresses rise in AI-related cyber threats with new endorsement
Beazley has launched an AI ‘clarifying endorsement’ for its cyber product, which it claims will offer clients peace of mind as to how AI-related cyber attacks are addressed within their existing cover.
Cyber attacks hit a third of businesses globally
Almost one in three organisations globally have been hit by a successful cyber attack in the past year as incidents become a recurring cost, according to research from Hiscox.
Insider fraud demands a joined-up insurance response
Nick Burgess, head of professional and management risks at Markel UK, lays out the connected pitfalls and the solutions brokers need to consider to support clients’ organisational resilience in the fight against insider fraud.
Markel unveils standalone cyber solution on Acturis
Markel is set to launch a standalone UK cyber insurance solution on the Acturis platform this month, to provide brokers with a “specialist, easy-to-trade proposition”.
Coalition ups UK cyber limits to £20m
Specialist insurer Coalition is now offering up to £20m in cyber limits to large businesses in the UK following its expanded relationship with Allianz Commercial.
All-female MGA cyber team launches supply chain extension
Rokstone’s new Athena Cyber division has launched a customer and supplier supply chain disruption extension.
Research finds human error involved in the majority of cyber losses
More than 85% of incurred cyber losses in the first half of 2026 stemmed from attacks exploiting human error, claims data from Resilience has found.
Grassroots to top-flight sports and leisure claims offering launched
Claims services provider McLarens has launched a sports and leisure offering in the UK and Ireland.
Everywhen reports ‘bleak picture’ for SMEs
Everywhen has found 38% of SMEs believe economic uncertainty will have the biggest impact on firms over the next 12 months, according to a survey by the firm.
Cowbell co-founder: ‘insurance doesn’t need another chatbot’
Cyber and specialty insurer Cowbell claims it has seen new business grow 53% since it introduced a new AI platform.
FCA head of insurance surprised by consumer AI buying appetite
Andrew Ruddle, head of insurance market analysis and policy at the Financial Conduct Authority, has expressed surprise at the result of The Mills Review released this month as he also looks to increase cyber insurance take up.
Ex-DLG/Aviva boss Winslow to replace O’Shea as CFC CEO
Specialist insurer CFC has today announced Adam Winslow as its new group chief executive officer.
MGA adds HSB underwritten cyber and electrical breakdown cover
MGA Kovrilo has introduced cyber and electrical breakdown cover underwritten by specialist engineering and technology insurer HSB.
Aviva broadens cyber offering appetite and cover
Aviva has strengthened its cyber proposition, broadening its appetite with the introduction of cover to support a wider range of clients as threats continue to evolve.
CFC embeds AI coverage across portfolio
CFC has embedded affirmative AI coverage within its portfolio through a programme of updates to address novel AI exposures like model hallucination, AI generated content and model drift.
‘Scrappy’ soft market sees brokers cutting corners to win business.
The present soft market trading has been described as “scrappy” by a senior broker, with corners being cut by some due to the added pressure to win business and hit targets.
Biba cyber accreditation scheme growing fast, as members urge more broker engagement
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association launched its cyber insurance directory of specialist accredited member brokers last month, with 15 firms on board. With the total having already grown to 22, Emmanuel Kenning quizzes participants about the…
IUA calls for clear cyber BI claims protocols
The International Underwriting Association has called for clear cyber insurance market protocols for business interruption claims.
Pen doubles limits to £10m to ‘maxmise relevance’ in SME cyber
Pen Underwriting is to double the SME cyber cover limit available to £10m for risks incepting on or after 1 July 2026.
‘Are you 30?!’: Partners& apprentice Abraham Holder
Partners& apprentice Abraham Holder on why he chose a career in insurance, the perception of the industry among young people and how the broking sector can attract the next generation.
Sam Geddes named CEO of Santam Syndicate 1918
Santam Syndicate 1918, part of Africa’s largest non-life insurer Santam Group, has appointed Sam Geddes as CEO based in London.