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Microsoft, Cyber Firms Pursue Changes After CrowdStrike Outage

Insurance Journal

said it’s building an alternative for cybersecurity companies that now utilize the deepest layer of its operating system after a flawed update from CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. Microsoft Corp. triggered a global IT meltdown. The Redmond, Washington-based technology giant announced Thursday …

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Becoming a Cyber Insurance Leader

Zywave

Within the next decade the cyber insurance market is projected to grow to over $120 billion according to a report by Fortune Business Insights. That means there’s a lot of opportunity for insurers who are looking to either grow their cyber business or expand into the cyber market. But with growth opportunities comes risk.

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Cowbell Resiliency Services (CRS): Empowering Policyholders with Proactive Cyber Defense

Cowbell

As cyber threats become more advanceddriven by AI innovations and intensified by geopolitical tensionsorganizations of all sizes must rethink how they protect themselves. The Motivation Behind CRS Why Go Beyond Traditional Cyber Insurance? Reduces the human-error factor by cultivating cyber-aware behavior from day one.

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CyberLine Quarterly: A Look at Our Innovation, Expansion, and Global Impact

Cowbell

New Products: Building on a Strong Foundation For five years, Cowbell has refined underwriting precision in cyber and established sweeping distribution channels. Our unparalleled broker network and data-driven approach forged in the cyber arena, now power this foray into new coverage lines.

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Building a Strong Web Presence: Website Essentials for Retail Insurance Brokers and MGAs

Neilson Marketing Services

Building a strong local presence requires three foundational elements: Well-Optimized Website: Your site should be user-friendly, clear, and focused on your unique insurance offerings. This helps you rank as an industry-specific insurance solution and builds trust with clients looking for specialized coverage.

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Building Cyber Resiliency Amidst the Ever-Evolving Threat Landscape

Zywave

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Current Trends in Cyber Insurance: Ransomware

ProWriters

As a Cyber Insurance broker, you need to help your business clients understand the dangers ransomware poses, how to defend against them, and why Cyber Insurance is an indispensable part of any sound security strategy. UnitedHealth, which owns Change Healthcare, paid a $22 million ransom in Bitcoin to the cyber criminals.

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