Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,609 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Crypto Insurance & Risk Tokens
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Nexus Mutual remains the AI's top recommendation for on-chain crypto insurance, consistently cited for its established track record. However, AI responses are increasingly segmenting the market, distinguishing clearly between decentralized protocols for on-chain risks and traditional insurers like and for cold storage custody.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The consistent leader for on-chain smart contract exploit coverage. | 63% | |
| 2 | Frequently cited #2, valued for its multi-chain insurance marketplace. | 49% | |
| 3 | A top-three mention for P2P insurance and stablecoin de-peg protection. | 21% | |
| 4 | Often recommended for its flexible, parametric insurance product framework. | 19% | |
| 5 | A top DeFi lending protocol noted for strong governance and audit history. | 17% | |
| 6 | A major crypto custodian consistently named for its insured cold storage solutions. | 15% | |
| 7 | A leading traditional insurance broker for institutional cold storage coverage. | 13% | |
| 8 | A rising institutional favorite, recognized for its decentralized governance and conservative design. | 12% | |
| 9 | 12% | ||
| 10 | 11% | ||
| 11 | 10% | ||
| 12 | 9% | ||
| 13 | 9% | ||
| 14 | 9% | ||
| 15 | 8% | ||
| 16 | Gaining traction as an optimized lending layer for institutional and stablecoin yields. | 7% | |
| 17 | 7% | ||
| 18 | 7% | ||
| 19 | 6% | ||
| 20 | 6% | ||
| 21 | 6% | ||
| 22 | 6% | ||
| 23 | 6% | ||
| 24 | 5% | ||
| 25 | 5% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
milkroad.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 30% of analyzed answers.
“A simple 'best hedge' recommendation” → “A nuanced 'Tier 1' option with explicit caveats about its discretionary model”
Gained significant mentions from December 2025 for its institutional-grade governance.
Emerged in late 2025 as a key protocol for efficient peer-to-peer lending.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76% | 65% | ||
| 39% | 44% | ||
| 17% | 14% | ||
| 0% | 21% | ||
| 16% | 14% |
The two models disagree most about Sky Money (ChatGPT #7, Google #23) and Bridge Mutual (ChatGPT #22, Google #11).
Nexus Mutual remains the AI's top recommendation for on-chain crypto insurance, consistently cited for its established track record. However, AI responses are increasingly segmenting the market, distinguishing clearly between decentralized protocols for on-chain risks and traditional insurers like Marsh and Aon for cold storage custody.
Across 1,609 AI responses, Nexus Mutual is mentioned most, named in 63% of them, followed by InsurAce (49%) and Bridge Mutual (21%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,609 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI consistently identifies staking native tokens like NXM (Nexus Mutual) and INSUR (
InsurAce) as the primary method. Later responses from early 2026 add more nuance, framing it as underwriting risk with potential for capital loss rather than just simple yield generation.
Brands mentioned
AI consistently identifies staking native tokens like NXM (Nexus Mutual) and INSUR (
InsurAce) as the primary method. Later responses from early 2026 add more nuance, framing it as underwriting risk with potential for capital loss rather than just simple yield generation.
Nexus Mutual (NXM) is the constant top recommendation for hedging smart contract risk. Over time, responses have become more sophisticated, distinguishing between holding the token as an indirect hedge and buying direct coverage as a more effective risk management tool.
Nexus Mutual (NXM) is the constant top recommendation for hedging smart contract risk. Over time, responses have become more sophisticated, distinguishing between holding the token as an indirect hedge and buying direct coverage as a more effective risk management tool.