AXA XL Teams up With KNOWBE4 to Help Businesses Strengthen Internal Cybersecurity Defenses Through Employee Education

By PR Newswire On Jun 24, 2025

AXA XL is teaming up with KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that addresses human risk management, to provide its cyber insurance clients globally with easy access to educational resources that empower employees to understand cyber risks and strengthen their role as a crucial line of defense against cyber threats.

Human error contributed to 95% of data breaches in 2024, according to a recent study by Mimecast. As cyber incidents continue to rise, it is increasingly vital for businesses to equip their workforce with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and respond to potential threats. As part of the partnership, KnowBe4 will offer AXA XL clients a complimentary phishing security test to check their phish prone percentage and their exposure.

AXA XL clients are also eligible for discounted pricing on core products including KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training (KSAT), a platform used to simulate phishing and security awareness training, and Cloud Email Security (Prevent, Defend & Protect), a platform that aims to protect organizations from email-borne threats, particularly sophisticated phishing attacks and data breaches. Additional discounts are available for other KnowBe4 products including PhishER Plus, SecurityCoach, Compliance Plus and AI Defense Agents.

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According to Tim Smit, AXA XL’s Global Head of Cyber Risk Strategies and Partnership Programs, “We recognize that employees are often the first line of defense against cyber threats. By partnering with KnowBe4, we are taking a proactive step to ensure our clients have access to the best training and resources available. This initiative underscores our commitment to not only protecting our clients but also empowering their teams to safeguard their organizations.”

Prashant Pai, EVP, global head of business development at KnowBe4 added, “We are excited to partner with AXA XL to deliver essential cybersecurity training that resonates with employees at all levels. The collaboration will provide organizations with the tools they need to build a robust security culture, ensuring that every employee understands their role in protecting sensitive information. By focusing on human risk management, we are strengthening the most critical aspect of cybersecurity and transforming employees into an organization’s strongest security asset.”

AXA XL’s global cyber offering provides comprehensive solutions designed to address the diverse needs of businesses in an increasingly complex digital landscape. From cyber insurance products that protect against financial losses due to data breaches and ransomware attacks to expert risk assessments and incident response services, AXA XL is committed to helping clients navigate the evolving cyber risk environment.

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