GITNUXREPORT 2025

Technology Insurance Industry Statistics

Global tech insurance market nears $47.4B as cyber threats escalate globally.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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In 2023, 45% of technology firms experienced a data breach, with 70% of those incidents resulting in insurance claims

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Cyber incidents cost technology companies an average of $4.6 million annually in damages

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40% of technology companies have experienced at least one cyber attack in the past year

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Blockchain companies reported a 12% increase in cyber insurance claims related to cryptocurrency theft in 2023

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53% of technology insurance claims relate to data breaches, making it the leading claim type in 2023

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SaaS providers experienced a 22% rise in business interruption insurance claims in 2023, lauding growth in cyberattack frequency

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40% of companies in the tech insurance space reported an increase in claims related to GDPR violations in 2022

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The average payout for a cyber insurance claim in the tech industry is $350,000

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Technology sector claims due to hardware failures amounted to $1.2 billion globally in 2022

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The tech industry’s investment in insurance and risk mitigation tools grew by 15% in 2023, highlighting an increased focus on risk management

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80% of technology companies consider cyber insurance as a priority risk management tool

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65% of technology companies report concerns about intellectual property theft, increasing their interest in specialized insurance

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In 2023, over 50% of technology insurers are increasing their focus on climate risk due to the tech industry's energy consumption

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Over 70% of technology companies invest in cyber risk assessments before purchasing insurance policies

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85% of large technology firms have dedicated teams for cyber risk management, influencing their insurance purchasing decisions

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70% of insurers now require comprehensive cybersecurity audits before issuing policies to tech companies, up from 50% in 2020

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The global adoption of AI in insurance underwriting increased by 40% in the past two years, optimizing risk assessment in technology insurance

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Approximately 60% of technology companies reported increased cyber insurance premiums in 2022

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The tech sector's cyber insurance coverage increased by 20% in 2022

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55% of small to medium-sized tech firms have no cyber insurance coverage at all

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The average cost of technology errors and omissions insurance for startups is around $2,000 annually

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Firms in the SaaS industry saw a 30% rise in cyber liability insurance premiums in 2023

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The adoption rate of technology insurance policies among Fortune 500 companies is over 85%

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72% of tech startups increased their cybersecurity budgets in 2023 to qualify for better insurance terms

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25% of technology insurers now offer coverage for AI-related risks, a 15% increase from 2021

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The average time to resolve a technology insurance claim is 45 days

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Small tech companies are 35% more likely to lack adequate insurance coverage compared to larger firms

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78% of technology companies see compliance with data protection regulations (like GDPR) as influencing their insurance coverage choices

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65% of tech firms prefer comprehensive policies that include cyber, property, and liability coverage

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The average policy limit for tech companies in the US is $2 million, with some opting for higher limits due to increased risks

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45% of technology firms have reconsidered their insurance coverage due to recent high-profile cyber attacks

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The average cost of tech errors and omissions insurance for AI companies is approximately $15,000 annually

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83% of technology insurers are now offering policies that include coverage for ransomware attacks, up from 65% in 2021

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60% of tech startups with fewer than 50 employees lack formal cyber insurance policies, exposing them to elevated risks

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The average renewal rate for technology insurance policies is approximately 89%, indicating strong client retention

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Cloud service providers increased their insurance coverage by 35% in 2023 to cover data center outages

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Roughly 40% of tech companies have experienced disputes over insurance claims related to intellectual property, leading to increased litigation

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55% of technology firms report that expanding their cyber insurance limits is necessary due to increased ransomware threats

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The average premium for general liability insurance in the tech industry is approximately $1,500 per year

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Tech companies that diversify their insurance coverage experience 20% fewer disruptions due to insurable risks

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The average duration to settle a complex technology insurance claim is approximately 60 days, indicating the need for rapid response protocols

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The global technology insurance market is expected to reach a value of $47.4 billion by 2027

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The global tech insurance market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2023 to 2028

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The average premium for cyber insurance in the tech industry increased from $10,000 in 2020 to over $15,000 in 2023

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The number of specialized tech insurance brokers increased by 30% from 2020 to 2023, indicating rising demand

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The adoption of IoT devices by tech companies has increased the scope of potential cyber claims by 25% over the last two years

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The global expenditure on technology insurance is projected to grow by 12% annually through 2026

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The rising frequency of cyber attacks has led to a 25% increase in the number of specialized cyber-insurance policies offered globally

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Key Highlights

The global technology insurance market is expected to reach a value of $47.4 billion by 2027
Approximately 60% of technology companies reported increased cyber insurance premiums in 2022
In 2023, 45% of technology firms experienced a data breach, with 70% of those incidents resulting in insurance claims
The average payout for a cyber insurance claim in the tech industry is $350,000
80% of technology companies consider cyber insurance as a priority risk management tool
The tech sector's cyber insurance coverage increased by 20% in 2022
55% of small to medium-sized tech firms have no cyber insurance coverage at all
The average cost of technology errors and omissions insurance for startups is around $2,000 annually
65% of technology companies report concerns about intellectual property theft, increasing their interest in specialized insurance
Firms in the SaaS industry saw a 30% rise in cyber liability insurance premiums in 2023
The adoption rate of technology insurance policies among Fortune 500 companies is over 85%
The global tech insurance market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2023 to 2028
Cyber incidents cost technology companies an average of $4.6 million annually in damages

As the technology sector accelerates into a digital future fraught with cyber threats and costly risks, the global technology insurance industry is poised for remarkable growth, projected to reach $47.4 billion by 2027 amid rising premiums, mounting claims, and a clear shift toward more comprehensive and specialized coverage.

Cybersecurity Incidents and Impact

In 2023, 45% of technology firms experienced a data breach, with 70% of those incidents resulting in insurance claims
Cyber incidents cost technology companies an average of $4.6 million annually in damages
40% of technology companies have experienced at least one cyber attack in the past year
Blockchain companies reported a 12% increase in cyber insurance claims related to cryptocurrency theft in 2023
53% of technology insurance claims relate to data breaches, making it the leading claim type in 2023
SaaS providers experienced a 22% rise in business interruption insurance claims in 2023, lauding growth in cyberattack frequency
40% of companies in the tech insurance space reported an increase in claims related to GDPR violations in 2022

Cybersecurity Incidents and Impact Interpretation

With nearly half of tech firms compromised and billions lost annually to cyber disasters, it's clear that in 2023, innovation must be paired with robust cybersecurity and insurance strategies to stay afloat in a digital storm.

Financial Aspects and Claims Data

The average payout for a cyber insurance claim in the tech industry is $350,000
Technology sector claims due to hardware failures amounted to $1.2 billion globally in 2022
The tech industry’s investment in insurance and risk mitigation tools grew by 15% in 2023, highlighting an increased focus on risk management

Financial Aspects and Claims Data Interpretation

With cyber claims averaging $350,000 each and hardware failures costing a staggering $1.2 billion globally in 2022, the tech industry's 15% bump in insurance and risk mitigation investments in 2023 clearly signals that even in a world driven by innovation, prudent risk management remains the most valuable upgrade.

Industry-Specific Adoption and Trends

80% of technology companies consider cyber insurance as a priority risk management tool
65% of technology companies report concerns about intellectual property theft, increasing their interest in specialized insurance
In 2023, over 50% of technology insurers are increasing their focus on climate risk due to the tech industry's energy consumption
Over 70% of technology companies invest in cyber risk assessments before purchasing insurance policies
85% of large technology firms have dedicated teams for cyber risk management, influencing their insurance purchasing decisions
70% of insurers now require comprehensive cybersecurity audits before issuing policies to tech companies, up from 50% in 2020
The global adoption of AI in insurance underwriting increased by 40% in the past two years, optimizing risk assessment in technology insurance

Industry-Specific Adoption and Trends Interpretation

As tech giants solidify cyber and intellectual property safeguards amid rising climate and AI-driven risk assessments, the industry’s insurance landscape is shifting from reactive coverage to proactive, intelligence-driven risk management—highlighting that in the digital age, safeguarding data and sustainability go hand in hand with technological innovation.

Insurance Coverage and Policy Features

Approximately 60% of technology companies reported increased cyber insurance premiums in 2022
The tech sector's cyber insurance coverage increased by 20% in 2022
55% of small to medium-sized tech firms have no cyber insurance coverage at all
The average cost of technology errors and omissions insurance for startups is around $2,000 annually
Firms in the SaaS industry saw a 30% rise in cyber liability insurance premiums in 2023
The adoption rate of technology insurance policies among Fortune 500 companies is over 85%
72% of tech startups increased their cybersecurity budgets in 2023 to qualify for better insurance terms
25% of technology insurers now offer coverage for AI-related risks, a 15% increase from 2021
The average time to resolve a technology insurance claim is 45 days
Small tech companies are 35% more likely to lack adequate insurance coverage compared to larger firms
78% of technology companies see compliance with data protection regulations (like GDPR) as influencing their insurance coverage choices
65% of tech firms prefer comprehensive policies that include cyber, property, and liability coverage
The average policy limit for tech companies in the US is $2 million, with some opting for higher limits due to increased risks
45% of technology firms have reconsidered their insurance coverage due to recent high-profile cyber attacks
The average cost of tech errors and omissions insurance for AI companies is approximately $15,000 annually
83% of technology insurers are now offering policies that include coverage for ransomware attacks, up from 65% in 2021
60% of tech startups with fewer than 50 employees lack formal cyber insurance policies, exposing them to elevated risks
The average renewal rate for technology insurance policies is approximately 89%, indicating strong client retention
Cloud service providers increased their insurance coverage by 35% in 2023 to cover data center outages
Roughly 40% of tech companies have experienced disputes over insurance claims related to intellectual property, leading to increased litigation
55% of technology firms report that expanding their cyber insurance limits is necessary due to increased ransomware threats
The average premium for general liability insurance in the tech industry is approximately $1,500 per year
Tech companies that diversify their insurance coverage experience 20% fewer disruptions due to insurable risks
The average duration to settle a complex technology insurance claim is approximately 60 days, indicating the need for rapid response protocols

Insurance Coverage and Policy Features Interpretation

As cyber threats escalate and premiums soar—up to 30% for SaaS firms and a staggering rise in AI coverage—many small tech startups remain uninsured or underinsured, revealing that despite high retention rates and increased adoption among giants, the industry's insurance landscape is a costly game of high-stakes risk management, with the average claim still taking nearly two months to resolve.

Market Size and Growth Trends

The global technology insurance market is expected to reach a value of $47.4 billion by 2027
The global tech insurance market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2023 to 2028
The average premium for cyber insurance in the tech industry increased from $10,000 in 2020 to over $15,000 in 2023
The number of specialized tech insurance brokers increased by 30% from 2020 to 2023, indicating rising demand
The adoption of IoT devices by tech companies has increased the scope of potential cyber claims by 25% over the last two years
The global expenditure on technology insurance is projected to grow by 12% annually through 2026
The rising frequency of cyber attacks has led to a 25% increase in the number of specialized cyber-insurance policies offered globally

Market Size and Growth Trends Interpretation

As the tech industry’s cosmic ascent toward a $47.4 billion insurance galaxy accelerates at over 10% annually, rising cyber threats and IoT integrations are making specialized coverage not just prudent but essential, with premiums climbing and brokers multiplying in tandem to guard the digital frontier.