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UK SMEs fear cyber attacks most, Hiscox survey finds

Physical Security

UK SMEs fear cyber attacks most, Hiscox survey finds

Sleep loss and costly cover gaps are leaving most UK small firms exposed, as 77% say they do not understand cyber insurance.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Fri, 8th May 2026

AI company registrations in UK surge 1,321% since ChatGPT launch

AI company registrations in UK surge 1,321% since ChatGPT launch

Registrations of UK tech firms with 'AI' in their name have soared 1,321% since ChatGPT's 2022 launch, signalling rapid growth in the AI sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025

Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs

Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs

Two thirds of global firms saw a rise in cyberattacks last year, with AI-driven threats and lack of expertise raising security concerns, says Hiscox report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025

Ex-Hiscox exec Jodi Cartwright joins Tint Financial as CCO

Ex-Hiscox exec Jodi Cartwright joins Tint Financial as CCO

Former Hiscox executive, Jodi Cartwright, joins fintech firm Tint Financial Services as Chief Commercial Officer, aiming to enhance cross-border trading for SMEs.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024

Hiscox report: Half of UK businesses hit by cyber attack in 2023

Physical Security

Hiscox report: Half of UK businesses hit by cyber attack in 2023

Nearly 50% of UK businesses suffered a cyber attack in 2023, marking a 9% rise from the previous year, says Hiscox.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023

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Hiscox warns ransomware hits UK SMEs more than once

Hiscox warns ransomware hits UK SMEs more than once

Many SMEs face repeat disruption after paying ransomware gangs, with insurers warning that restored access often still means costly system rebuilds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2026

Hiscox unveils multi-site technology graduate scheme

Digital Transformation

Hiscox unveils multi-site technology graduate scheme

Hiscox launches a multi-site technology graduate scheme across London, Lisbon and York as it ramps up hiring for digital and cyber roles.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026

Almost half of businesses experienced a cyberattack last year

Almost half of businesses experienced a cyberattack last year

The travel and leisure, retail and wholesale, and business services industries were the top three sectors most at risk.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2022

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Cyber risk is no longer an IT issue, it's a leadership issue

Data Protection

Cyber risk is no longer an IT issue, it's a leadership issue

Almost half of Irish businesses faced at least one cyber attack last year, exposing hidden costs that can hit operations, cash flow and trust.

By Richard O ‘Dwyer • 4 min read • This month