Allianz Commercial’s annual cyber risk outlook reveals a surge in data privacy breaches, driven by ransomware attacks and leading to class action litigation. Large cyber claims exceeded $1.1 million, up 14% in the first half of 2024. Ransomware accounted for 58% of these claims, with the US being responsible for 72% of all major claims. Weak cybersecurity in organizations and growing legal issues surrounding data privacy are highlighted as significant contributors to these trends.

North Korean Hackers Use Fake U.S. Companies to Spread Malware in Crypto Industry: Report
North Korean hackers reportedly set up shell companies in the US to penetrate the crypto sector and target developers via fake job offers, according to