Nationwide expands its identity theft insurance policies in an attempt to combat the threat of cybercrime

As insurers are growing more concerned with the threats posed by cybercrime, they are looking for ways to mitigate any damage that may be caused. Nationwide Insurance has announced that it will be expanding its identity theft insurance policies that offer protections for personal information kept on home computers. The insurer is now offering free access to security software for those with appropriate insurance policies. Nationwide hopes that this will provide another layer of protection for consumers and cut down on instances of cybercrime. According to the Bureau of Justice…

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A new insurance product to protect companies participating in cloud computing services

Cloud computing is becoming a major phenomenon in the world of technology. The concept is simple: A collaboration of computing resources, software and other technologies that are offered as a service rather than a product. This brand of service is becoming popular in a number of industries as it allows companies to make use of high-performance technologies without having to rely on their own computers or devices. Essentially, the computer servers that comprise the cloud provide all the power, through which computers at a home or office operate vicariously. As…

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Clean Energy & Technology Practice announced by Travelers Companies Inc.

The Travelers Companies, Inc., which is already known for its products to help to provide coverage and mitigate risks for clean technology and energy companies, has now launched its Clean Energy & Technology Practice. The company has been providing these types of coverage for over twenty years and its new Practice will provide a new line of insurance products that are streamlined and specifically designed for businesses that offer clean energy and technology. It will help them to obtain coverage while managing their claims and risks. According to the president…

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