Axa XL enhances cyber risk prevention with new deal

Axa XL has announced a strategic partnership with Deloitte to provide cyber security and operational technology services to clients worldwide.

Under the partnership, Axa XL clients will have access to a range of services provided by Deloitte spanning prevention and detection, from critical asset identification, vulnerability assessments and cyber crisis simulations to continuous threat monitoring.

Imade Elbaraka, managing partner for cyber at Deloitte, said: “We’re delighted to partner with Axa XL to bring world class cyber security services to its clients.

”As cyber risks continue to grow, prevention, early detection and swift remediation are becoming increasingly important to business resilience, alongside appropriate cyber insurance coverage.

”Together, we aim to strengthen clients’ resilience by helping them better anticipate and prevent cyber related risks, while contributing to a safer cyber environment for businesses.”

’Proactive insights’

Available through the Axa digital commercial platform, these services complement the insurer’s existing cyber insurance and risk consulting offering.

Rebiah Bardot-Girard, head of cyber risk consulting services at Axa XL, said: “The global cost of cyber crime is estimated to have reached $10.5trn in 2025. Against this backdrop, and with the rise of AI-enabled attacks, businesses expect their insurance partners to deliver more than just coverage.

”They want proactive insights and solutions to predict, prevent and prepare for cyber incidents. That’s precisely what we’re committed to providing through this partnership.”