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UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
Leadership

UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options

A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
UK experienced more than 17 million daily cyber attacks in 2023
Malware

UK experienced more than 17 million daily cyber attacks in 2023

UK faces around 17 million daily cyber attacks in 2023, with most targeting remote desktop protocol, says Coalition.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023

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Coalition adds global deepfake cover to cyber policies
Ransomware

Coalition adds global deepfake cover to cyber policies

Coalition launches deepfake response cover in key cyber markets, offering forensic, legal and PR support for AI-fuelled impersonation risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Cyber threats from VPNs lead ransomware incidents in 2025
Firewalls

Cyber threats from VPNs lead ransomware incidents in 2025

A recent report from Coalition reveals that compromised VPN devices were involved in 58% of ransomware attacks last year, highlighting urgent cybersecurity risks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
SentinelOne launches initiative to secure networks for insurers
Ransomware

SentinelOne launches initiative to secure networks for insurers

SentinelOne has unveiled the Risk Assurance Initiative to enhance security for insurers, enabling clients access to its Singularity Platform at preferred rates.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Intel unveils AI chatbot for Paris 2024 Olympic athletes
Virtualisation

Intel unveils AI chatbot for Paris 2024 Olympic athletes

Intel partners with the IOC to launch AthleteGPT, a GenAI chatbot on the Athlete365 platform, aiming to assist 11,000 athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
CrowdStrike launches Falcon for Insurability to aid cyber insurers
Breach Prevention

CrowdStrike launches Falcon for Insurability to aid cyber insurers

CrowdStrike's new Falcon for Insurability initiative aims to lower underwriting risks for cyber insurers and enhance organisations' cyber resilience using AI-powered defences.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Coalition integrates cyber risk platform with top cloud services providers
Hyperscale

Coalition integrates cyber risk platform with top cloud services providers

Coalition is integrating its cyber risk management platform, Coalition Control, with major cloud services like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Amazon Web Services to offer enhanced cybersecurity and risk management.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Coalition predicts 25% surge in cyber vulnerabilities for 2024
Ransomware

Coalition predicts 25% surge in cyber vulnerabilities for 2024

Cyber-insurance provider, Coalition, forecasts a 25% increase in cyber vulnerabilities in 2024, in its just released Cyber Threat Index, warning businesses to prepare for an escalating digital risk landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
Allianz SE CEO Oliver Bäte joins Coalition's Board of Directors
Digital risk

Allianz SE CEO Oliver Bäte joins Coalition's Board of Directors

Allianz SE CEO, Oliver Bäte, brings his extensive industry expertise to Coalition's Board of Directors.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2023

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Upcover adds deepfake cover to cyber insurance in Australia
Physical Security

Upcover adds deepfake cover to cyber insurance in Australia

Upcover adds deepfake incident cover to cyber policies in Australia via Coalition, targeting rising AI impersonation and fraud risks.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
Upcover gains global recognition for AI-driven business insurance
Data Analytics

Upcover gains global recognition for AI-driven business insurance

Sydney-based insurtech Upcover earns global praise for its AI-driven business insurance platform, expanding fast across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Coalition appoints Trent Nihill to lead Australian operations
Risk & Compliance

Coalition appoints Trent Nihill to lead Australian operations

Coalition has named Trent Nihill as General Manager to drive growth in its Australian cyber insurance sector, leveraging his 15 years of specialist experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Coalition launches incident response operations in Australia
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Coalition launches incident response operations in Australia

Coalition has launched incident response operations in Australia, appointing Praneil Kumar to lead local cybersecurity efforts and support businesses against digital threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Upcover & Coalition unveil digital cyber insurance for SMBs
Risk & Compliance

Upcover & Coalition unveil digital cyber insurance for SMBs

Upcover partners with Coalition to launch a digital cyber insurance platform, swiftly protecting Australian SMBs and startups with tailored coverage online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts

Coalition enhances its Australian team with the addition of three cybersecurity experts, bolstering efforts to protect local SMEs from digital risks.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy
Data centers

Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy

Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024