Industry News
Beazley Report: U.S. Executives Misjudge Cyber Preparedness
U.S.-based executives feel more prepared to counter cyber threats, potentially indicating a false sense of security because many companies lack the ability to be adequately prepared, according to a ...
New Study Suggests Vehicle Blind Spots Are Getting Worse
Forward blind zones of six top-selling passenger vehicles grew substantially over the past 25 years as pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities soared, according to a comparison technique developed by the ...
Wall Street Backs LA Wildfire Lawsuits, Chasing Billions
The Los Angeles wildfires have generated potentially thousands of new clients for lawyers and prospects for billions in fees. Wall Street wants in on the action, too. The chance at a piece of strong ...
DOGE Now Targeting SEC Policy, Eyes SPAC Rules, Sources Say
President Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency initiative has pushed the U.S. markets watchdog to loosen Wall Street rules around blank-check companies and confidential reporting by ...
‘Generali’ Sign Atop Insurer’s Skyscraper Offices Collapses in Milan
One of the giant Generali signs that crown the Italian insurer's head offices in Milan collapsed on Monday, remaining atop the 170 meter-high (558 ft) skyscraper but at risk of crashing to the ...
Complexity, Talent Shortages Slow Benefits of Enterprise Progress on Data, AI Initiatives: ISG Study
Though still increasing investments in data and AI initiatives, many companies say the programs have not yet delivered the benefits they expected, according to new research from global AI-centered ...
Public Adjusters Decry Florida Citizens’ New Plan That Keeps Their Names Off Checks
In the long conflict between insurance carriers and public claims adjusters, Florida's Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has unexpectedly altered the rules of engagement in a way that could have a ...
Insurance Sector Should Be on the Lookout for ‘Scattered Spider’ Hackers
Watch out, insurance industry. A well-known cybercrime group appears to have shifted focus to insurers. Apparently, recent cybersecurity incidents at Erie Insurance, Philadelphia Insurance Cos., and ...