US P&C Insurance Industry Improves in 2024 Despite Underwriting Losses

Higher interest rates and improved underwriting have helped the US property and casualty insurance industry recover in 2024, with continued growth and profitability expected in 2025.
February 20 Auto Insurance Industry Property Risk Management

South Carolina’s Liquor Liability Insurance Market Faces Deepening Crisis

South Carolina’s liquor liability insurance market has been unprofitable since 2017, with insurers losing $1.77 for every $1.00 earned. Claim frequency far exceeds neighboring states, intensifying concerns.
February 20 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Florida Georgia North Carolina South Carolina

How Quantum Computing Could Reshape Cyber Risk and Encryption Security

Quantum computing’s rapid advancements may challenge traditional encryption, creating new cybersecurity risks. Experts emphasize the need for proactive defenses and cyber insurance strategies.
February 18 Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology

How AI Transformed Insurance Claims Processing in 2024

The final installment of the 2024 Global InsurTech Report explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the insurance claims process, from first notice of loss to settlement, while tracking investment trends in the InsurTech sector.
February 18 Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Technology

Fast-Food Workers Face Growing Risks as Customer Violence Escalates

As fast-food employees prepare meals, they also face an increasing risk of customer aggression. Recent violent incidents highlight the dangers of frontline service jobs.
February 14 Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation Michigan Oregon Tennessee

What Happens if OSHA Is Eliminated? The Potential Impact on Workplace Safety and Workers’ Compensation

A proposed bill seeks to abolish OSHA, shifting workplace safety to individual states. The move could increase injuries, raise workers’ compensation costs, and create legal and financial challenges for employers and insurers.
February 14 Legislation & Regulation Liability Risk Management Workers' Compensation Arizona

Tech-Powered Fraud Prevention in Insurance

AI, blockchain, and biometric verification are transforming fraud detection in insurance. These technologies enhance security, streamline claims processing, and prevent financial losses.
February 14 Fraud Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

How AI Is Transforming the Life Insurance Industry

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing life insurance by enhancing efficiency, improving customer experiences, and reshaping risk management, while also introducing new challenges.
February 14 Insurance Industry Life & Health Risk Management Technology

Shielding Your Home from Hail Damage: Essential Steps for Protection

Hailstorms can cause severe property damage, but proactive steps like impact-resistant roofing, storm shutters, and tree maintenance can help reduce risk and protect your home.
February 14 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Property Risk Management

Strengthening Exposure Management to Address Hidden Insurance Risks

Overlooking excluded risks in exposure management can lead to financial strain for insurers. A proactive approach helps mitigate costs from non-indemnifiable claims.
February 14 Catastrophe Litigation Risk Management Technology California North Carolina

How Loneliness Fuels the Rise of AI-Powered Romance Scams

Loneliness is becoming a significant societal issue, and fraudsters are taking full advantage of it. Romance scams—where criminals exploit social isolation to build fraudulent online relationships—are already costing victims billions.
February 13 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Risk Management Technology

Insurers Must Adapt to Climate Change or Face Collapse

With climate disasters becoming more frequent and severe, insurers must shift from compensation to prevention, using technology and data to reduce risks before catastrophe strikes.
February 12 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology California

The World May Have Already Surpassed the 1.5C Global Warming Limit

New studies suggest the world has already entered a 20-year period of sustained warming above 1.5C, raising urgent concerns about escalating climate risks and the need for rapid emissions cuts.
February 11 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Risk Management

Amazon Reaches $4M Settlement Over Allegations of Withholding Flex Driver Tips

Amazon agreed to pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit from Washington, D.C.’s attorney general, who alleged the company misled consumers and misused driver tips between 2016 and 2019.
February 11 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Risk Management District Of Columbia

100,000 Organic Eggs Stolen from Pennsylvania Farm in Trailer Heist

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the theft of approximately 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, from a distribution trailer at Pete and Gerry’s Organics in Greencastle.
February 11 Fraud Insurance Industry Property Risk Management Pennsylvania
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