Cyber insurance is getting harder, more expensive, to secure

In the first half of 2024, Australia recorded 527 data breaches, a 9% increase from the previous period—the highest since 2020. Alarmingly, 67% of these were due to malicious or criminal attacks, per the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Artificial Intelligence is transforming business operations, but it's also giving cybercriminals an edge. One of the most alarming developments? AI-enhanced social engineering.

When you're navigating a merger or acquisition, due diligence is non-negotiable. Financials, legal, operations—every angle is inspected. But there's one area that continues to fly under the radar, and it's where the real danger lies: