The rigors of qualifying for cyber insurance mean better defenses for the organization The continued evolution of cyberattacks—and the growing threat they pose to businesses—inspired insurance innovators to invent a category for cyber. As an emerging submarket, the cyber insurance industry has had growing pains, with higher rates and restricted coverage keeping some organizations from
Cybersecurity has transcended its traditional role as a protective measure. It has now emerged as a strategic asset. In an era where data breaches are common and increasingly costly, a robust cybersecurity posture is no longer a mere defense mechanism—it’s a potent tool. Cybersecurity helps build trusted brands and sharpens a competitive edge in the
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a two-sided coin. While it has revolutionized how we work, communicate, and interact with technology, it has also accelerated the speed and complexity of cyber exploits. As AI-driven attacks increase in scale and impact, experts emphasize the need for businesses to move beyond traditional, human-centric defense strategies.1 By harnessing AI to
It’s no surprise that security has remained a central topic in boardrooms worldwide. As application footprints rapidly expand and digital crime continues to grow, businesses are under immense pressure to safeguard their operations, services, and users from modern threats. However, how industry practitioners are approaching this challenge may be changing as organizations embrace new cyber
As new and advanced cyber threats emerge, keeping businesses safe is a team sport. At the center is IT and security, two critical lynchpins in defending, preserving, and driving daily operations. Yet, despite their overlapping charters and inherent dependencies, some are still being caught flat-footed when preparing for and responding to cyber threats. While the
How do you show business leaders the value of cybersecurity investments? Executives naturally gravitate toward initiatives with a clear return on investment (ROI). But traditionally, cybersecurity has been viewed as a cost center, an overhead, and a necessary business expense. Today, there is a growing focus on approaching cybersecurity as a profit center, turning it
The cybersecurity industry has a 3.4-million-person shortage—that’s a massive opportunity for job seekers.1 Have you ever wondered how to build a meaningful career in cybersecurity? Or, if you are a business leader seeking to grow your cybersecurity team, do you know what to look for in a strong candidate? Read on for answers to those
It’s the 20th annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we have much to share! Over the last two decades, cybersecurity awareness has evolved from organizations simply focusing on technology to leaders understanding that it takes a holistic perspective to safeguard their business. Today, securing digital assets and infrastructure isn’t just a technical challenge but an organizational
Last week, the Exact Market team had the tremendous pleasure of attending one of America’s premier cybersecurity conferences, RSA Conference 2023, at Moscone Center in San Francisco. It was thrilling to join thousands of the world’s foremost cybersecurity authorities and practitioners for a couple of days chock full of engaging and educational presentations and riveting
Cyberthreats are just one of many stressors for today’s CISOs Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are vital to modern business, charged with securing proprietary data, sensitive customer information, systems, and more. But the role can be difficult, with vague or varied responsibilities contributing to high stress and ultimately burnout. A 2022 CISO survey found that
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