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New York Says Cab, Rideshare Insurance Rates to Rise 25%

Insurance Journal

New York officials have told rideshare companies, driver representatives and others in the for-hire vehicle industry that insurance policy rates will rise by an average 25% over the next three years, according to people with knowledge of the state&#8...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Washington Commissioner Issues Letter to Insurers Outlining Post-Flood Expectations

Insurance Journal

Washington Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer issued guidance for flood survivors and the insurance companies and adjusters handling their claims following the evacuation of thousands of Western Washington residents from their homes during the atmo...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Frustration Mounts as Brown University Shooter Remains at Large

Insurance Journal

Shock over a shooting rampage at Brown University over the weekend is giving way to frustration over the lack of video footage and suspects. Authorities in Providence, Rhode Island, said Monday they hadn’t identified any new persons of interest...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Russian Cargo Jet Grounded 16 years in Michigan May Soon Fly Again

Insurance Journal

One of Michigan’s most enduring sagas in the Upper Peninsula — the grounding of a Russian cargo jet marooned near Marquette for 16 years — may soon come to an end after years of lawsuits, police investigations and feuding over …

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Oklahoma Legislation Aims to Strengthen Consumer Protections, Address Rising Insurance Premiums

Insurance Journal

Last week, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) announced a comprehensive package of 2026 legislative policy proposals that it said are designed to provide Oklahomans with stronger consumer protections, enhanced transparency and meaningful relief...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Oklahoma Legislation Aims to Address Consumer Protections, Insurance Premiums

Insurance Journal

Last week, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) announced a comprehensive package of 2026 legislative policy proposals that it said are designed to provide Oklahomans with stronger consumer protections, enhanced transparency and meaningful relief...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

YA Group Acquires Texas’ J.M. Reagan Consulting

Insurance Journal

YA Group announced the acquisition of the business of J.M. Reagan Consulting (JMR), a multidisciplinary consulting business specializing in property damage consulting and construction claims. The strategic acquisition strengthens YA’s presence...

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Fairmatic is now LEEO

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The company says that the new rebrand reflects its "renewed focus and direction."

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

How insurance agencies can prospect with AI search in mind

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AI tools are transforming how end-insureds shop for coverage. Here’s how to evolve your digital strategies

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Starfish Specialty Insurance has filed a Form D with the SEC

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The company has raised ~$7 million in a private equity offering.

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Lockton Re launches European life practice

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Borde brings experience from roles at KPMG, Towers Watson and MACIF and most recently Onepoint where he was a Partner.

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Nippon Life to acquire Medical Data Vision

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The deal is valued at ~$380 million. 

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Trexis Insurance Adopts Pinpoint Predictive to Support Billing Strategy

IIR

The personal auto carrier is using early loss predictions to tailor payment plan offers and improve premium conversion.

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance Market Shows Early Signs of Stabilization as Post-COVID Inflation Pre...

Insurance Information Institute

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [email protected]     MALVERN, Pa., Dec. 17, 2025 – As rising premiums and tightening coverage options continue to strain household budgets, millions of U.S. homeowners are grappling with the growing challenge of affording and maint...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

AI in Group Health: From Isolated to Integrated

IIR

Enterprise-level AI enhances underwriting accuracy, pricing consistency and lifecycle performance.

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Washington Faces Historic Floods That Have Washed Away Homes, Stranded Families

Carrier Management

Washington Faces Historic Floods That Have Washed Away Homes, Stranded Families Days of torrential rain in Washington state caused historic floods that have stranded families on rooftops, washed over bridges and ripped at least two homes from their f...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Bill Seeks Phase-Out of Chinese Sensors in Self-Driving Cars; Hack Risk Feared

Carrier Management

Bill Seeks Phase-Out of Chinese Sensors in Self-Driving Cars; Hack Risk Feared A U.S. la...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Insurance Covers Settlement Paid by Stocks Instead of Money: Delaware High Court

Carrier Management

Insurance Covers Settlement Paid by Stocks Instead of Money: Delaware High Court A settl...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Jury Orders Johnson & Johnson to Pay $40M in Latest Talc Trial

Carrier Management

Jury Orders Johnson & Johnson to Pay $40M in Latest Talc Trial A California jury on Fr...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Fifth La Niña in Six Years to Disrupt Crops and Supply Chains

Carrier Management

Fifth La Niña in Six Years to Disrupt Crops and Supply Chains Deadly flooding in Asia and...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

State Insurance Legislators ‘Greatly Disturbed’ by Trump AI Regulation Order

Insurance Journal

The National Council of Insurance Legislators have come out against President Donald Trump’s executive order last week, seen as a hinderance to state regulation of artificial intelligence. NCOIL officers in a statement on Dec. 15 said they are...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Pacific Northwest Braces for Even More Flooding Rain This Week

Insurance Journal

Washington and the Pacific Northwest are facing multiple rounds of torrential downpours this week, raising flood risks in the region as residents are still grappling with last week’s historic rains. Heavy rain was peaking Monday in Washington,...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

AIG Gets Approval to Acquire Everest Renewals in 6 EU Countries in Time for Jan. 1

Insurance Journal

AIG announced it has received approval to proceed with the acquisition of Everest Group’s renewals in Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain and Ireland. The European Union deal is part of AIG’s $2 billion acquisition of Everest&#8217...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

AIG Gets Approval to Acquire Everest Renewals in 6 EU Countries – in Time for Jan. 1

Insurance Journal

AIG announced it has received approval to proceed with the acquisition of Everest Group’s renewals in Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain and Ireland. The European Union deal is part of AIG’s $2 billion acquisition of Everest&#8217...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

White House AI Czar Defends Trump Push to Rein In State Rules

Insurance Journal

White House AI czar David Sacks defended President Donald Trump’s push to rein in state-level regulation of artificial intelligence over objections from Democrats, saying the move seeks to ease a growing compliance burden for companies. Under t...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

Warren Buffett’s Successor Greg Abel Had Steady Rise at Berkshire

Insurance Journal

The elevation of Greg Abel to replace Warren Buffett at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway will cap the rise of a native Canadian who won over the legendary investor for being committed to the company’s culture, long-term thinking, and an …

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

50% of MGAs still in early stages of API adoption: Root Platform

Reinsurance News

Half of managing general agents (MGAs) are at the start of their digital/API transformation journey, according to new data by Root Platform, the API-first core platform for delegated authority insurance business. A recent poll taken by senior lead...

Posted: Dec 15, 2025