Cyber
Blog: Managing cyber claims – opening the door on what goes on behind the scenes
CFC cyber claims manager Ashley Burdon discusses how cyber claims play out in real-time.
SMEs cut back on insurance spend amid Covid-19 financial struggles
Research from Premium Credit shows over half of SMEs have stopped paying for covers including employers' liability and professional indemnity as well as business interruption.
Polaris calls for input from brokers to develop e-trading standards
Exclusive: The industry-owned body says the standards that underpin question sets used to cater for customers’ insurances need to evolve to reflect changes in the way people live, work and travel.
Gallagher forced to take global systems offline
The broker has confirmed that a ransomware incident hit its network but everything is now back online as ICO says attack has been reported.
ICO confirms investigation into Ardonagh cyber incident
Ardonagh says it has found no evidence of customer, carrier, or broker data leaving its estate as the Towergate website remains unavailable.
Beazley launches cyber and breach response portal
The portal gives brokers access to a suite of information on cyber risk.
Blog: Cyber insurance is now a necessity for SMEs
NMU’s Matt Drinkwater discusses the increased threat of cyber-crime amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Profile: Friend or foe? We meet Mactavish CEO Bruce Hepburn
Many in the insurance sector will have strong, and not necessarily favourable, opinions of Bruce Hepburn, but the outspoken Mactavish CEO tells Martin Friel that the consultant’s criticisms of brokers could lead to a fairer and more profitable industry
CFC revamps cyber incident response app
Provider says offering notifies policyholders of critical, time-sensitive threats and vulnerabilities in real-time, leveraging its proprietary data enrichment platform.
Arag revamps family legal solutions offering
Product now includes a 'dark web' monitoring and ID theft restoration service, which the provider says will "enable brokers to build a truly unique proposition".
Manchester broker launches new arm to fill gap for regional PI and D&O risks
Manchester-based broker Champion Insurance Group has launched a new financial lines arm.
UK Broker Awards: Meet the Shortlist - Young Broker of the Year
In the run up to the 2020 UK Broker Awards Insurance Age is profiling all the shortlisted firms and individuals, with today’s focus being The Young Broker of the Year.
Canopius property product to address 'silent cyber' gap
Product also aims to protect against risks associated with connected buildings and the internet of things
Insurance Covid-Cast: Managing return to work risks as offices look to re-open
In the 28th episode of Post and Insurance Age’s video series we gathered together an expert panel to discuss how employers manage the return to the office, given many staff members might have anxieties about the ‘new normal’ - not least travelling to and…
Pen partners with the police on cyber certification scheme for SMEs
The Gallagher-owned MGA says SMEs who achieve the certification and then buy cyber insurance from Pen through their broker will receive a premium discount.
Insurance Covid-Cast episode 15: Has there been a rise in cyber threats and scams during Coronavirus lockdown?
In the latest episode of Post and Insurance Age’s video series we gathered together a group of cyber experts to discuss how hackers and scammers are using Covid-19 to prey on people’s thirst for knowledge and information at this time.
La Playa hit by phishing scam
Exclusive:The HNW broker apologised after one of its email accounts was compromised by fraudsters.
Blog: Covid-19 will make cyber and digital insurance policies more relevant than ever
Kennedy's Elizabeth Bardsley discusses the risks brokers need to be aware of as more and more professionals work from home as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Meet the MGA: Bewica
Education, prevention and insurance: Eva Berg-Winters, founder and CEO at Bewica, shares her company’s approach to cyber with Insurance Age
Chubb investigating possible data breach
Provider confirmed a “computer security incident” but suggested its network was untouched.
Blog: Open or closed - the branch dilemma facing brokers
As the first working week of self-isolation comes to a close for many, Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift looks at the stance brokers are taking in terms shutting up shop or keeping their branches open.
Ecclesiastical unveils cyber safety resources for teachers
Insurer developed ‘Cyber Ready’ toolkit following feedback that pupils are often more tech savvy than teachers.
Insurance Hound: Most read by brokers in January and February
Which topics have been sparking brokers’ interest?
In-depth - cyber: The future of cyber in personal lines
While cyber insurance has become a necessity for most commercial clients, the personal lines space is a much harder sell. Sam Barrett investigates how brokers can reach this untapped market