AI Weather Models Bring Hyper-Local Flood Forecasting to Insurance Industry

Advances in AI-powered weather models are helping insurers create hyper-local flood forecasts, allowing faster warnings and reducing risk from extreme weather events.
April 14 Catastrophe Property Risk Management Technology

Cyberattack on Morocco’s Social Security Agency Exposes Sensitive Data in Escalating Regional Conflict

Hackers breached Morocco’s social security database, leaking personal and financial data on Telegram amid rising cyber tensions between Morocco and Algeria.
April 14 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology

States Move to Regulate Third-Party Litigation Funding Amid Transparency Concerns

States across the U.S. are advancing bills to increase transparency in third-party litigation funding as concerns grow over rising insurance costs and legal system abuse.
April 14 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Arizona California Georgia Kansas Massachusetts

Climate Change and Supply Chain Disruptions Are Reshaping Business Interruption Insurance

As climate risks intensify and supply chain uncertainty grows, insurers and businesses are rethinking business interruption coverage and the risks of underreporting exposures.
April 14 Catastrophe Property Risk Management

Businesses Rank Civil Unrest as Top Risk as Global Political Tensions Escalate

With protests surging worldwide, civil unrest, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and state-sponsored sabotage are key threats businesses face, according to an Allianz report.
April 11 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management

Where Home Insurance Still Costs Under $1,200 a Year

As extreme weather drives up insurance rates nationwide, a few Midwestern states still offer annual home insurance premiums under $1,200 thanks to lower risk and better mitigation.
April 8 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Florida Indiana Louisiana North Carolina Ohio

EU Weighs International Carbon Credits to Ease 2040 Emissions Target for Domestic Industries

The European Commission is exploring whether to count international carbon credits toward its 2040 climate goals, a shift that could ease pressure on EU-based industries.
April 7 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management

Auto Insurance Premiums Set to Rise as Global Tariffs Drive Up Repair Costs

New global vehicle and parts tariffs are expected to drive up repair and claim costs, forcing U.S. auto insurers to implement more premium increases in 2025.
April 4 Auto Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management

Judge Rejects J&J’s $10B Settlement, Citing Insufficient Plaintiff Support

A judge has rejected Johnson & Johnson’s $10 billion settlement proposal for talc-related ovarian cancer lawsuits, citing insufficient plaintiff support and procedural flaws. The decision forces J&J back to the tort system, impacting potential future claims and litigation strategies for insurers.
April 2 Insurance Industry Liability Litigation Risk Management Texas

Mental Health Becomes Leading Workplace Injury as Small Businesses Struggle with Safety and Costs

Three in four small businesses experienced a workplace injury in the past year, with mental health injuries now surpassing physical ones as the most reported incident.
April 2 Life & Health Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation

AI Is Reshaping Brand Visibility and Risk in the New Answer Economy

AI is transforming search into an answer-based economy, where brand exposure, trust, and business risk are shaped by algorithmic visibility and content readiness.
April 2 Education & Training Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology Ohio

How AI and Data Are Reshaping Workers’ Compensation Fraud Detection

Insurers are using artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and cross-industry collaboration to detect and prevent workers’ compensation fraud in real time.
March 31 Fraud Risk Management Technology Workers' Compensation

Former Mars Wrigley Manager Accused of Stealing $28 Million Through Elaborate Fraud Scheme

A Connecticut man faces a nine-count federal indictment after allegedly stealing over $28 million from Mars Inc. through fake companies, diverted payments, and tax evasion.
March 31 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Risk Management Connecticut

Georgia Moves Closer to Tort Reform with New Restrictions on Third-Party Litigation Funding

Georgia lawmakers approved Senate Bill 69, targeting third-party litigation funding and foreign investment in lawsuits, as part of Gov. Brian Kemp’s broader tort reform effort.
March 31 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management Georgia

More U.S. Workers Report Burnout as Hiring Delays and Heavy Workloads Persist

A new Robert Half survey finds 36% of U.S. professionals feel burned out, with workload, lack of recognition, and limited growth opportunities driving the trend.
March 31 Education & Training Insurance Industry Risk Management Workers' Compensation
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