Cyber Insurance is Getting Weird in 2026
The cyber insurance market is sending mixed signals. While premiums are dropping, insurers are slapping on more exclusions and demanding proof of strong security. Getting a payout is becoming its own battle.
Category: Cybersecurity
When Cloudflare Coughs, The Whole Internet Catches A Cold
A six-hour Cloudflare outage in November took down giants like ChatGPT and X, potentially impacting 2.4 billion users. This wasn’t just a blip—it was a stark warning about our interconnected digital infrastructure.
OpenAI’s $550k “Stressful” Job to Stop AI From Going Bad
OpenAI is offering over half a million dollars for a new “head of preparedness” role focused on mitigating AI dangers. The job comes as companies cite AI-related reputational risks 46% more often than last year. CEO Sam Altman says it will be a “stressful” job diving into the deep end immediately.
Ransomware Recovery Isn’t About Tech, It’s About Leadership
Why do some companies bounce back from ransomware in hours while others are down for months? According to a new analysis, the difference isn’t just about having backups. It’s about how the CEO and board are prepared to lead during the chaos.
US Bans Europeans Over “Censorship” in Major Digital Policy Clash
The US has banned five European digital policy figures from entering the country. The move targets individuals involved with the EU’s Digital Services Act, sparking a major diplomatic row over online speech and sovereignty.
OpenAI Admits AI Browsers Can’t Fully Stop Prompt Injection
OpenAI has conceded that prompt injection attacks, which trick AI agents into following hidden malicious instructions, are a long-term security challenge unlikely to ever be fully solved. The company is using an AI-powered “automated attacker” to test its ChatGPT Atlas browser, but experts warn the
Mac Malware Gets Sneakier, Bypassing Apple’s Protections
Security researchers have uncovered a new tactic where Mac malware hides inside legitimately signed and notarized applications. This approach bypasses key Apple security checks, marking a dangerous shift in macOS threats.
Riot Games Blocks Valorant Players Over Unpatched BIOS Flaw
Riot Games is taking a hardline stance against a hardware-level cheating exploit. The company is now preventing Valorant from launching on PCs with unpatched motherboard BIOS versions that contain a specific vulnerability.
This BEC Gang Is Sending Millions of Emails Posing as Coaches
A global business email compromise gang called “Scripted Sparrow” is posing as executive coaching firms to target accounts payable teams. Researchers estimate they send millions of highly customized phishing emails each month using a network of domains and bank accounts.
Boeing and Anduril Team Up for Army Missile Defense Bid
Boeing has teamed up with Anduril to compete for the U.S. Army’s next midrange air defense interceptor. Anduril will provide the solid rocket motor for the system. The Army plans to select companies to move to the prototype stage in 2026.