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Head of EU Parliament Trade Committee Has ‘Doubts’ About Deal With US

Insurance Journal

The head of the European Parliament’s trade committee said Wednesday he has “doubts” about aspects of the EU’s trade deal with the Trump administration and predicted the deal could be amended during the legislative approval pr...

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

SiriusPoint appoints Martin Hudson as Board Director

Reinsurance News

Bermuda-domiciled global specialty insurer and reinsurer SiriusPoint Ltd. has appointed Martin Hudson as Board Director, effective September 1st, 2025. Hudson has over four decades of international re/insurance leadership experience, spanning unde...

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

Maryland Moves to Deny Liability Limit Sought by Ship Manager in Key Bridge Collapse

Insurance Journal

The manager of the cargo ship that caused the collapse of Baltimore’s Key Bridge in March 2024 should be denied the protections of a federal maritime law it seeks to invoke because it is not the owner of the ship, …

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

SAIF in Oregon Declares $50 Million Dividend

Insurance Journal

SAIF’s board of directors has declared a $50 million dividend for more than 50,000 workers’ compensation policyholders. In October, 50,757 policyholders are set to receive the dividend, which will be calculated based on the premium for po...

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

States, Orsted File Challenges to Trump Wind Farm Stoppage

Insurance Journal

Rhode Island, Connecticut and wind farm developer Orsted A/S are suing the Trump administration in an effort to revive construction of an almost-finished offshore project meant to provide power to the two New England states. The developer sued Thursd...

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

FTC Takes Action Against Worker Noncompete Agreements

Insurance Journal

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission barred the largest pet cremation business in the U.S. from enforcing its noncompete agreements with 1,800 workers on Thursday, saying they unfairly diminish workers’ leverage with their employer. FTC Chair Andr...

Posted: Sep 05, 2025

‘It’s Scary’ – Crypto Workers Under Siege From North Korean Hackers

Insurance Journal

North Korean hackers are saturating the cryptocurrency industry with credible-sounding job offers as part of their campaign to steal digital cash, according to new research, raw data, and interviews. The problem is becoming so common that job applica...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Redefining Risk: Why Life Insurers Must Lead the Fight Against Metabolic Ill Health

Risk & Insurance

In this exclusive Q&A, Swiss Re's Neil Sprackling outlines how life insurers can play a transformative role in reversing America’s metabolic health crisis—and why the time to act is now. The post

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Missing Billions in Pakistan Expose Grim Reality of Global Climate Finance Aid

Insurance Journal

When churning flood waters swept away a group of tourists in Pakistan’s Swat Valley in June, the whole country felt a sense of déjà vu. Just three years ago, extensive floods had swallowed entire hotels and families vacationing in the …

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Lessons on AI in Underwriting and Claims 

Insurance Thought Leadership

Lessons on AI in Underwriting and Claims  AI & Machine Learning

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Intelligent Automation in HR

Insurance Thought Leadership

Intelligent Automation in HR Talent Gap

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

SME Insurance Gap Creates Opportunity

Insurance Thought Leadership

SME Insurance Gap Creates Opportunity Commercial Lines

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

The Strategic Advantage Hiding in Plain Sight

Insurance Thought Leadership

The Strategic Advantage Hiding in Plain Sight Life & Health

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

What Medical Inflation Means for Workers’ Comp

Insurance Thought Leadership

What Medical Inflation Means for Workers’ Comp Commercial Lines

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Renovations Create Critical Insurance Risks

Insurance Thought Leadership

Renovations Create Critical Insurance Risks Personal Lines

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

6 Pillars of Specialty Underwriting

Insurance Thought Leadership

6 Pillars of Specialty Underwriting Underwriting

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Where Insurers Fall Short on CX

Insurance Thought Leadership

Where Insurers Fall Short on CX Data Analytics

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Unlocking the Power of Agentic AI in Insurance

Insurance Thought Leadership

Unlocking the Power of Agentic AI in Insurance AI & Machine Learning

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

PerfectQuote Launches RFP Tool to Streamline Benefits Quoting

IIR

The updated solution enables brokers to request proposals via email and receive structured responses without requiring new systems or training.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

InsurePay Names Pat Davis CEO to Lead Growth Strategy

IIR

Davis, former CEO of Utilant, is appointed to drive innovation in insurance payment technology and Pay-As-You-Go billing.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Optalitix Expands Quote Platform to Support Reinsurers

IIR

The upgraded platform enables reinsurers to model complex quotes, enhance pricing accuracy, and unify pricing systems.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Building a Human-Centered Future for Group Benefits

IIR

New York Life Group Benefit Solutions’ Kristina Welke on connectivity, AI, and helping employees truly understand and use their benefits.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Tier 4 Carriers and MGAs Sustain Momentum in Core Modernization

IIR

ReSource Pro’s annual Core Deals reports show a decline in overall deal volume but continued modernization momentum, driven by Tier 4 carriers, MGA adoption, and suite preference.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

What Life Insurers Can Learn From P&C

Insurance Thought Leadership

What Life Insurers Can Learn From P&C Life & Health

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

MMA acquires Robins Insurance

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Robins was founded in 1976.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

ERGO partners with CamCom

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ERGO Group has partnered with Bengaluru-based CamCom Technologies to power AI-supported visual inspections in Europe.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Pinnacol Assurance partners with Clearspeed

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The technology helped Pinnacol re-engage with injured workers.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Deliver a modern client experience that builds loyalty

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Match the speed, personalization, and convenience of top brands by combining self-service tools with proactive communication

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

MetLife launches cancer support benefit

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MetLife’s Cancer Support benefit will be available to MetLife Critical Illness insureds with covered cancer conditions, beginning January 1, 2026.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

USAA backs Tidal Cyber once again

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Tidal Cyber employs 43 people, reflecting 34% growth over the past year.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Prime Radiant partners with TransUnion

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The companies launched a personal cyber protection platform.

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

‘Double-Edged Sword’: S&P Scrutinizes Reinsurer Reliance on MGAs

Carrier Management

‘Double-Edged Sword’: S&P Scrutinizes Reinsurer Relia...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

US Government Says Southern California Edison Should Pay for LA Fire Costs

Insurance Journal

The U.S. asked a federal court to force Southern California Edison to pay for fighting a pair of wildfires that were believed to have originated from its power lines, including the Eaton Fire in January in Los Angeles County that …

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Florida Fines $2M Against 8 Insurers for Past Hurricane Claims Misconduct

Carrier Management

Florida Fines $2M Against 8 Insurers for Past Hurricane Claims Misconduct The Florida Of...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

NY Fed Finds Modest Impact of AI on Jobs Even as Usage Increases

Carrier Management

NY Fed Finds Modest Impact of AI on Jobs Even as Usage Increases Use of artificial intelligence among business...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Steadfast Group Acquires Novum Underwriting Partners

Insurance Journal

Steadfast Group has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in US-based specialty managing general agency and wholesale brokerage, Novum Underwriting Partners LLC. Founded in 2019 and based in Ohio, the business is underpinned by a proprietary...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

AccuWeather: Warm Gulf Water Could Fuel Storm Intensification in September

Insurance Journal

The Gulf Coast has avoided any major tropical storms so far this hurricane season, but the Gulf’s luck could soon change, AccuWeather hurricane experts say. Water temperatures in the Gulf are exceptionally warm, creating conditions for rapid in...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Federal Tort Cases Surge Nearly 20% in Past Two Years: Report

Risk & Insurance

Increases in motor vehicle tort cases and premises liability lead the rise in cases filed, while medical malpractice lawsuits in federal courts decline, Lex Machina finds. The post

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Business Moves: Gallagher Re Agrees to Buy Steadfast Re in Australia; Lockton Re Launches in Dubai f...

Insurance Journal

Gallagher Re Agrees to Buy Steadfast Re in Australia Gallagher Re, the global reinsurance broker and subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher, has signed an agreement to acquire Steadfast Re Pty Ltd., a Sydney-based reinsurance broking firm. Terms of the de...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

From Tree-Cutting to Corporate Risk: Hunter Falk on Evolving Roles, Emerging Risks and Everyday Hero...

Risk & Insurance

Hunter Falk emphasizes collaboration, talent diversity, and evolving engagement in modern risk management practices. The post

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Reinsurers still able to achieve target ROEs with 10%+ property cat rate cuts at Jan 1: Aon’s Hatles...

Reinsurance News

Tracy Hatlestad, Executive Managing Director and Global Property Segment Leader at Aon Reinsurance Solutions, said recently that the broker believes reinsurers will still be able to hit their target ROEs on property catastrophe books even with rat...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025

Hurricane Kiko,Tropical Storm Lorena Gain Strength Over Pacific Ocean

Carrier Management

Hurricane Kiko,Tropical Storm Lorena Gain Strength Over Pacific Ocean Two tropical cyclones in the easte...

Posted: Sep 04, 2025