Cyber
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.
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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
In-depth - cyber: Are brokers protecting themselves against cyber risks?
As well as selling the benefits of cyber insurance to clients, brokers must show the way by being ready for any data breaches or cyber attacks. Sam Barrett reports
Mactavish calls for radical reform of the UK insurance industry
Consultancy says the UK insurance sector is on an “unsustainable trajectory” as it warns of a decline in broking and underwriting skills.
Gallagher to offer CPP’s SME cyber cover
Product will be sold exclusively through Acturis, following CPP’s launch on the platform in October 2019.
Acturis expands cyber offering with Qomplx
Qomplx’s WonderCover product offers parametric cyber cover either as a standalone product or as an add-on.
aQmen refreshes recruitment product
Cyber liability has been added to the cover alongside a number of additional features.
Mactavish warns of underinsurance in commercial property
Consultancy says that cyber elements of commercial property cover are increasingly being removed.
Beazley adds data breach prevention to cyber suite
Provider partnered with HewardMills to develop the offering.
CFC buys InsurTech start-up ThreatInformer
MGA says ThreatInformer's data enrichment technology will help it improve key activities in the underwriting process.
Bewica launches cyber portal for SMEs
New offering is free for Bewica's brokers to use and assesses customers’ susceptibility to the top cyber risks that SMEs face including phishing attacks, password interception and website attacks.
Ecclesiastical launches broker cyber guidance
Insurer says cyber attacks are increasing in frequency.