The CyberCube Podcast

This episode explores how geopolitics is reshaping cyber risk, as nation states increasingly use cyber operations as a tool of statecraft. Richard Ford and William Altman unpack the blurred lines between state-backed and criminal activity, and what this means for attribution, claims, and coverage. The conversation also examines emerging risks, from AI-driven “time compression” to systemic exposure, and how insurers and reinsurers should respond.

In this episode, CyberCube's John Anderson and Andrew Lukas discuss how insurers are using cyber risk data today, why more data does not always mean better decisions, and what makes data truly useful in underwriting. They explore how carriers can cut through the noise, apply data across the underwriting lifecycle, and build stronger, more resilient portfolios.

In this Cyber Insights episode, we unpack CyberCube’s H2 2025 Global Threat Briefing and what it means for cyber insurers navigating a soft market amid rising global threats. From the acceleration of ransomware across emerging economies to the growing impact of AI-driven attacks, we explore how precision underwriting — powered by security and exposure analytics — helps insurers identify profitable opportunities and stay ahead of evolving cyber risk.

CyberCube’s Rebecca Bole and MSIG USA’s Siobhan O’Brien explore the growing talent gap in cyber insurance. They discuss the skills shaping the future of the industry, how to build inclusive and remote teams, and why partnerships, apprenticeships, and diverse talent pipelines are key to sustaining growth in a dynamic market.

Asia-Pacific’s cyber insurance market is evolving fast — shaped by digital transformation, new regulations, and growing risk awareness. In this episode of the CyberCube Podcast, host Rianna Mistry speaks with Sie Liang Lau, Head of Cyber & Casualty at Samsung Reinsurance, and Juan Marcano, Principal Client Account Manager at CyberCube, to explore the region’s unique market dynamics, the regulatory landscape, and where the biggest opportunities lie for insurers and reinsurers.

In this episode, CyberCube’s John Anderson sits down with Marsh McLennan’s Rush Kirubi to explore the power of predictive analytics in cyber insurance. They discuss the joint study they published, 'Improve Loss Ratios with CyberCube's Predictive Analytics', examining which cyber risk signals truly correlate with real-world claims — and how data-driven insights can help underwriters make smarter, faster decisions.

Brokers play a critical role in closing the cyber insurance gap — but many businesses are still hesitant to buy coverage. In this episode of the CyberCube Podcast, we explore how brokers can overcome adoption challenges, build client confidence, and turn non-buyers into buyers. CyberCube’s Nate Brink, Head of Broker Partnerships, sits down with Nate Hansen, who leads the cyber practice within Hub International’s ProEx division, to discuss the strategies that work in practice, the value of specialist expertise, and why analytics and education are key to helping clients make informed decisions about cyber risk.

In this episode of The CyberCube Podcast, we delve into the critical link of cyber retrocession within the evolving cyber insurance landscape. Joined by industry experts Rebecca Bole from CyberCube and Souki Shahid from Guy Carpenter, we explore the complexities and opportunities in the cyber retro market, discussing how retrocession acts as a vital risk transfer tool for reinsurers. We’ll unpack the implications of growing cyber exposures, the role of models in assessing tail risks, and the potential for public sector involvement in extreme cyber events. Tune in for insights that can shape the future of risk management and insurance resilience.

In this episode of The CyberCube Podcast, part of our Cyber Unlocked series, we explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence and analytics in cyber underwriting. Rianna Mistry is joined by Ross Wirth, Head of Strategic Tech Ecosystem at CyberCube, and Jane Tran, CEO and Co-founder of SixFold. Discover how AI is enabling underwriters to make faster, smarter decisions and the evolving landscape of cyber insurance. We discuss the challenges underwriters face in a dynamic market and the innovative solutions that are helping them balance efficiency and risk.

In Episode 5 of The CyberCube Podcast's Cyber Pulse series, we delve into the innovative realm of insurance portfolio risk management with Aviva. Rianna Mistry is joined by William Altman, CyberCube's Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence Services, and James Mitchell, Aviva's Senior Cyber Pricing and Exposure Manager. Together, they explore CyberCube's new Portfolio Threat Actor Intelligence service, designed to pinpoint companies most likely to be targeted by cyber threats. Discover how artificial intelligence and threat modeling are transforming cyber exposure management, enabling insurers like Aviva to stay ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape. Tune in for insights on proactive risk mitigation and the future of cyber insurance.

In Episode 4 of The CyberCube Podcast, we delve into the critical insights from our H1 2025 Global Threat Briefing, focusing on the cyber threats facing small businesses and their implications for (re)insurers. I'm joined by William Altman, CyberCube's Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence Services, to explore why small businesses, often overlooked yet vital to the economy, are prime targets for cyberattacks. We discuss the significant risks posed by financially motivated ransomware, the potential impact of AI on scaling attacks, and the pressing need for tailored insurance solutions. We also highlight specific sector vulnerabilities, such as those in small financials and education, and the importance of closing the protection gap. Join us as we equip you with the knowledge to better serve this crucial market and build resilience in the cyber insurance ecosystem.

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of cyber catastrophe bonds in capital markets. Brittany Baker, Head of Solution Consulting, and Juan Marcano, Principal for Alternative Risk Transfer at CyberCube, have a grounded, inside-the-room conversation on the reality of modeling cyber risk, building investor confidence, and the progress — and challenges — of cyber as an emerging asset class.

In this episode, CyberCube’s broker team — Nate Brink, Will Hatcher, and Jenna Bhundoo — unpacks one of the industry's most important growth engines: the role of brokers in expanding cyber insurance adoption.

This episode explores how AI is changing the cyber threat landscape and highlights what cyber insurance professionals should know about it going forward.