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Consumers still see value in AI, but are wary of how it's used, according to a Smart Communications report.

Criminal groups are using AI to assist in their attacks, overcoming companies' technological defenses, according to Travelers' Q1 2026 Cyber Threat Report.

Cyber incidents, economic pressures and AI emerged as top concerns, according to a survey from The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) and Munich Re.

Celebrities trademark their own likenesses, calling attention to the commercial risks of deepfakes, and how insurers could write coverage.

The technology is lowering the bar for cyber criminals attacking companies, according to Ryan Kratz, head of cyber for North America at MSIG USA. Kratz spoke with Digital Insurance about how the new type of attacks work.

AI is supercharging cyber criminals' ability to deploy ransomware – the most prominent type of cyberattack, according to Ryan Kratz, head of cyber for North America at MSIG. Kratz spoke with Digital Insurance about what commercial insurers are watching for.

The focus is on surviving such an attack, with resilient systems and processes that ensure business continuity against all odds.

By reducing data sprawl, improving governance, and preparing for forensic investigations in advance, organizations can strengthen their security posture and ensure they are ready to meet the demands of insurers when it matters most.

Hacking group ShinyHunters took credit for the data breach that affected the Instructure-owned Canvas learning management system.

Just over 44% of consumers report a positive experience with voice AI assistants, according to Sonant's latest report.

Bridging the gap between knowledge and core systems is the key to an improved user experience.

Nationwide names new cyber lead and IBHS expands wildfire prepared program, plus more insurtech news.

The majority of cyber claims are most related to data breaches, cybercrime and extortion events, according to the 2026 Claims Report from Cowbell.

Regulators and policyholders are increasingly concerned about the impact of imagery on privacy and decision making.

Industry research from Digital Insurance finds that 52% of insurance professionals believe a cyberattack will probably occur in the near future, and this fear is a factor in their AI plans.

Underwriting, risk models and policyholder support must evolve to reflect how identity data is used in modern fraud.

Acord’s 2026 studied 500 carrier transactions and revealed shifts in deal intent.

Climate experts and insurance leaders discussed how the industry must treat extreme events not just with coverage, but also with technology, proactive mitigation and resilience, at the ClimateTech Connect conference.

The Insurance Information Institute and Fenix24 released Cybersecurity for Insurers: Squaring Safety with Service.

Organizations must be able to prove what happened, how it happened, and what was impacted.

Research from Digital Insurance reveals the biggest tech disruptors for the insurance industry in 2026.

AI and data are changing what's possible in global trade.

Galina Kho, Cyberbay's chief strategy officer, shared insights into the company and the technology it uses.

The gap between AI ambition and IT reality isn't just a technology problem.

Carriers have been collecting vast amounts of data for years, but transforming it into actionable insights has been challenging, until the advent of AI.

The conflict in Iran and AI are providing threat actors with the means and opportunity to perpetrate companies to create disruptions and gather intel.

Threat actors view international events as an opportunity to escalate cyberattacks against a wide range of countries and industries, and insurance-related entities are a prime target.

U.S. banks are bracing for retaliatory cyberattacks following military strikes in Iran that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Ransomware, email compromise and data incidents account for 92% of incident response cases, according to the 2026 Arctic Wolf threat report.

Preventing insider harm through human connection requires a fundamental shift in how companies think about security.

Using AI to strengthen cybersecurity training

More than half, 54%, of U.S. executives are confident their company will survive and thrive this year, according to the 2026 C-Suite Stress Index Survey by Sentry.

Rapid AI adoption is transforming cybersecurity risks for commercial vehicles, according to a 2026 auto cybersecurity report from Upstream.

Private equity firms EQT AB and Vitruvian Partners are working with advisers as they explore strategic options for their investment in cyber insurer CFC, according to people familiar with the matter.

Aon's report, "The Insurability of Cyber Fines," shares how actionable steps for organizations to mitigate regulatory and litigation exposure to cyber fines.

Where innovations are applied in companies often determine their long-term success or failure for the business.

Zurich Insurance Group AG has made a sweetened £8 billion ($11 billion) bid to buy Beazley Plc, an offer that's won the tentative approval of the UK insurer's board.

Insurance companies need more reliable, bottom-up data and more strategic technology partnerships.

Jonathan Jackson, CEO of Previsico, shared insights into the company.

The Hartford is opening a technology hub in Columbus, Ohio.

The finance industry is relying on climate models that understate the speed at which temperatures are rising, according to a study by Britain's main association of actuaries.

Traditional factors like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and business interruption highlight what's on business executives' risk radar in 2026.

Experts discuss what new and emerging risks to look out for in 2026.

Enterprises are adopting agentic AI that plans and executes on its own while compounding errors, accountability gaps and cyber risk. Clear safeguards and auditability are critical.

AI may be accelerating and scaling digital crime, but the same underlying technology is poised to advance cybersecurity intelligence and strengthen defenses.

Tresa Stephens, North America Allianz commercial regional head of cyber, tech and media, holds over a decade of experience in delivering specialized cyber, tech and professional liability solutions.

New leader of Nationwide Securities and Beazley's head of digital follow underwriting, plus more insurance news.

Whisker Labs expands into water loss and Everest leadership appointments, plus more insurtech news

The trends include cybersecurity, a new digital workforce and strategic growth through transformation.

Michelle Worrall, Global Director of Insurance Product for Resilience, focuses on AI and data privacy, its impact on cybersecurity, and the implications of AI legislation.

Digital Insurance reached out to cybersecurity experts on what's ahead.