Security risk

The policy directive covers any cyber incident, establishes lead federal agencies to coordinate responses, and requires the departments of Justice and Homeland Security to maintain updated contact information for public use to report incidents.

Significant strides in file encryption technology is a main driver of growth in the ransomware business, study finds.

Other concerns for insurers include how to allocate liability when accidents occur and driver safety on roads, Munich Re notes.

Those who identify possible security threats will get cash awards depending on the severity of the vulnerability and the scope of the those affected.

The company continues its vibrant interest in the smart home sector.

U.S. regulators plan to require banks to adopt baseline safeguards to shield themselves from cyberthreats after a series of assaults cost the industry billions of dollars and shook consumer confidence.

McKinsey identifies innovators developing blockchain-based solutions to help insurers onboard customers, detect fraud, and more.

U.S. regulators have taken an intentionally light approach to regulation to encourage innovation in driverless cars.

The results go against several recent studies showing as many as half to three-quarters of respondents weren’t ready to give up the wheel.

The cost of a data breach is going up, and quick responses can save savvy organizations.