Revolutionizing Catastrophe Modeling with AI for Insurers
Insurers can modernize CAT modeling by integrating AI-driven data capture, cleansing, enrichment, and analysis to deliver dynamic, real-time risk assessments that enhance underwriting and portfolio decisions.
June 19
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Insurance Industry Pushes Back on Federal AI Regulation Moratorium
The PIA, NAIC, AITC and NCOIL all warn that a proposed 10-year federal ban on state AI regulation would undermine consumer protections, stifle innovation and disrupt insurance markets.
June 19
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Unlocking Underwriting Efficiency with Agentic AI Solutions
Agentic AI empowers carriers to tackle operational underwriting bottlenecks—streamlining risk analysis, fraud detection, and workflow automation to boost capacity in today’s talent-scarce market.
June 19
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting
Washington Post Cyberattack Targets Journalists Covering China and National Security
A targeted cyberattack compromised Microsoft accounts of Washington Post reporters covering China and national security, prompting a sweeping internal investigation.
June 16
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
States Move to Halt 23andMe Sale Over Privacy Concerns About Genetic Data
Twenty-seven states and D.C. filed suit to block the sale of genetic and medical data in 23andMe’s bankruptcy, citing lack of informed customer consent.
June 12
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Utility and AI Apps Dominate as Distracted Driving Habits Shift in 2024
CMT’s 2024 report reveals a shift in distracted driving habits, with fewer drivers using phones but a surge in utility and AI app usage behind the wheel.
June 12
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Massachusetts
Google Partners with National Hurricane Center for AI-powered Tropical Cyclone Forecasts
Google is working with the National Hurricane Center to evaluate a new AI model that could enhance tropical storm predictions up to 15 days in advance.
June 12
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Updated Hurricane Loss Model Approved by Florida Commission
Florida’s hurricane model commission approves Karen Clark & Co.’s Version 5.0, featuring enhanced climate data, upgraded vulnerability functions, and new coverage modeling capabilities.
June 12
Catastrophe
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Florida
AI in Claims Management Is Advancing with Better Data and Human Insight
Industry leaders say AI’s real value in claims management lies in improving data quality and enhancing adjuster decision-making—not replacing human expertise.
June 12
Education & Training
Insurance Industry
Technology
AI Agents Now Handle Insurance Policies from Quote to Claim with Sure’s New Protocol
Sure introduces its Model Context Protocol, enabling AI agents to autonomously quote, bind, and service insurance policies with integrated compliance and multi-carrier support.
June 11
Auto
Insurance Industry
Property
Technology
Texas
Disney and Comcast Sue AI Startup Midjourney Over Use of Copyrighted Characters
Disney and Comcast allege AI image platform Midjourney infringed on iconic characters like Darth Vader and Shrek, seeking $150,000 per violation in federal court.
June 11
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
California
Cyberattack Disrupts Operations at Whole Foods Supplier United Natural Foods
United Natural Foods, a key supplier for Whole Foods, took systems offline after unauthorized network activity, causing temporary disruptions in order fulfillment and distribution.
June 10
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management
Technology
Rhode Island
AI Acceleration Signals Big Opportunities for Insurers as Adoption Surges
Mary Meeker’s new 340-page AI report reveals explosive growth, accelerating adoption, and decreasing costs—pointing to major advantages for insurers leveraging the technology.
June 10
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
Colorado Advances Wildfire Insurance with Predictive Tech Models
Starting July 2026, Colorado will let insurers use advanced risk models for wildfire coverage, aiming to price policies more accurately amid rising climate threats.
June 9
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Technology
California
Colorado
Chinese Cyberattacks and User Mistakes Spark Growing Mobile Security Emergency
U.S. investigators warn that Chinese cyberattacks and user carelessness are turning smartphones into national security risks, exposing sensitive data and infrastructure.
June 9
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
Illinois
Michigan
