06 Apr 2021 Why tech companies need specialist tech insurance covering cyber risks When the UK first went into lockdown in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses of every size were forced to move rapidly to adopt remote working tools and, a year later, these provisions are still in place. In the early months of lockdown, the cyber threats and exposures of businesses, particularly those in the tech sector, were a well-documented concern - but recent research has revealed that this remains a pressing issue some 12 months into the crisis. In this article with Insurance Business, we explore the ever-growing importance of specialist insurance, including cyber risks, for tech companies. Tagged Technology & Communications Biomedical and life science insurance