Articles by Elizabeth Blosfield

Elizabeth Blosfield is Deputy Editor for Carrier Management. She can be reached at eblosfield@wellsmedia.com.

Crypto Renaissance? Experts Say Renewed Interest in Digital Tokens is Sparking Insurance Conversations

Experts say there’s been a resurgence of interest in cryptocurrency during the pandemic, and along with it, growing demand for insurance in the space. “I think with the past couple years, there has been a resurgence and an immense focus …

What to Know About Hacktivism and Its Role in Global Conflict

A specific type of cyber threat has made its way to the front of the conversation in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and experts say it could play an increasing role in global conflicts even beyond what’s happening in …

Capacity Crunch in Cyber Expected to Continue, Says CyberCube’s Baker

Cyber insurance is experiencing a capacity crunch right now, and although that is expected to continue through at least the end of the year, it’s not all bad news, according to Brittany Baker, senior director of technical sales at CyberCube, …

Creating Harmony: What Cyber, Insurance Pros Can Learn from Music

Music may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering the cybersecurity and insurance industries, but these industries could have more in common than it seems, according to guests on a recent episode of The Insuring Cyber …

Riding the Wave of InsurTech 3.0: What It Takes to Not Just Survive, But Thrive

As the InsurTech industry approaches the next wave of innovation, experts say this could mean navigating rough waters. “I believe what you’re going to see is that you’re going to have Insurtechs, the cream of the crop, are going to …

Lions Versus Gazelles: The Evolution of the Web and Its Risks, Opportunities

It’s often said that cyber risks are constantly evolving, so to keep up, cybersecurity technology has to change with it. Lou Steinberg, founder and managing partner of CTM Insights – a cybersecurity research lab and incubator – says on the …

Creating Harmony: What Cyber, Insurance Pros Can Learn from Music

Music may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering the cybersecurity and insurance industries, but these industries could have more in common than it seems, according to guests on the most recent episode of The Insuring …

Triple Threat: Ransomware Criminals Add Data Theft, Manipulation to Encryption Tactics

Ransomware criminals are adding even more tools to their toolboxes, and companies are finding it harder to stay on top of the trends, according to guests on the most recent episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast. Jeff Dennis, partner at …

War in Ukraine Renews Questions Around Likelihood, Insurability of Cyber War

Since Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of Ukraine on February 24, questions have resurfaced about the likelihood of a global cyber war. While experts say there isn’t a credible threat at this time, the overall cyber threat landscape is …

Experts Confirm Cyber Incidents Up Since Invasion of Ukraine; Insurance Underwriters Adapting

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, the number of cyber incidents in the U.S. has increased, and underwriters will need to adapt, according to a panel of experts at the PLUS Cyber Symposium. “There’s no doubt that attacks …