
Aviation Industry Faces Repair Costs and Mechanic Shortages Despite Strong Recovery
The aviation sector sees positive growth and record passenger numbers, yet faces ongoing challenges including rising repair costs and a shortage of skilled mechanics, as revealed in Allianz Commercial’s latest report.
August 13, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Microsoft Outage Exposes Global Cyber Vulnerabilities and Economic Risks
The recent Microsoft-CrowdStrike outage disrupted businesses worldwide, highlighting the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and proactive risk management strategies to prevent widespread economic and operational setbacks.
August 12, 2024
Catastrophe
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Insurtech’s Quiet Revolution: Real Successes Behind the Headlines
Despite recent reports of its demise, insurtech is thriving within large carriers, driving innovation and competitive advantage through technologies like telematics, IoT, and data analytics.
August 12, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Massive Data Breach Hits National Public Data, Exposing Nearly Three Billion Records
A breach at National Public Data has exposed 2.9 billion records, including names, addresses, and Social Security numbers, making it one of the largest data thefts ever reported.
August 8, 2024
Fraud
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
California

Aviation Claims Soar Due to Collisions and Crashes, Reports Allianz
A recent report by Allianz Commercial reveals that collisions and crashes constitute over half of aviation insurance claims by value and a third by number over the past five years.
August 8, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Balancing Topical and Systemic Pain Medications
Managing chronic pain involves choosing between topical and systemic medications, each with its own advantages and limitations in terms of safety, efficacy, and application.
August 7, 2024
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology
Workers' Compensation

Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program Boosts US Power Infrastructure
The Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program, part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to enhance the resilience and reliability of the U.S. power grid against extreme weather and climate change.
August 7, 2024
Catastrophe
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Technology

Tech Giants Counter Delta Air Lines’ Blame Over Flight Cancellations
Delta’s claims against Microsoft and CrowdStrike are misleading, say tech giants.
August 7, 2024
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
Georgia

Embracing Generative AI: A Pivotal Moment for the Insurance Industry
Insurance firms are increasingly adopting generative AI, which is transforming customer service, claims management, and overall operational efficiency.
August 7, 2024
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

AI Boosts Insurtech Financing Amid Deepfake Risks, Report Says
Global insurtech financing rose 40% to $1.27 billion in Q2, largely driven by AI-focused investments, according to reinsurance broker Gallagher Re.
August 7, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

How AI is Revolutionizing Insurance Operations
Generative AI is transforming commercial insurance by reducing costs and increasing efficiency through improved risk selection and service capabilities.
August 7, 2024
Risk Management
Technology
Underwriting

CrowdStrike Faces Federal Securities Class Action from Investors
The Plymouth County Retirement Association has filed a class action lawsuit against CrowdStrike in Texas, claiming the cybersecurity firm’s software outage caused significant global disruptions and financial losses.
August 1, 2024
Litigation
Risk Management
Technology
Texas

Amazon Held Accountable for Hazardous Products Sold by Third-Party Sellers on Amazon.com
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has ruled that Amazon is responsible for recalling over 400,000 defective products sold by third-party sellers on its platform, including faulty CO detectors, unsafe hairdryers, and children’s sleepwear that fail flammability standards.
July 30, 2024
Legislation & Regulation
Liability
Technology
District Of Columbia

Simplifying Insurance with IoT: A Streamlined Future
IoT technology is poised to simplify insurance by enhancing data integration, improving risk analysis, and overcoming workforce challenges, ultimately protecting people and businesses more effectively.
July 30, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Massive Scam Exploits Proofpoint’s Email Flaw, Sends Millions of Spoofed Messages
An unknown threat actor exploited an email misconfiguration in Proofpoint’s system, sending millions of spoofed emails from reputable companies like Best Buy and IBM, highlighting vulnerabilities in email security infrastructure.
July 29, 2024
Fraud
Risk Management
Technology



