The Cayman Islands have a story familiar to many in insurance—entering the industry unexpectedly from somewhere else. In fact, the islands went from sustaining the economy as an exporter of thatch rope to becoming a thriving reinsurance hub in just over 50 years. Now, the islands are seeking qualified jurisdiction status with insurance regulatory authorities … Read more
This post is part of a series sponsored by EZLynx. We had an incredible time at Applied Net 2025, where innovation, learning, and collaboration took center stage for EZLynx® users. With over 350 EZLynx customers in attendance and over 50 enthusiastic EZLynx team members on-site, it was the perfect space to connect, share ideas, and … Read more
Forrester Research predicts written cyber insurance premiums will rise 15% in 2026 as new artificial intelligence threats and data demands emerge. In a new report, analysts at the global market research company anticipate the widespread adoption of AI to reverse the cyber market’s recent deceleration. When asked why, Rohit Makhijani, a principal analyst at Forrester, … Read more
This post is part of a series sponsored by Old Republic Surety. There are many ways to grow a business, but the first step is to understand how you got to where you are, then decide what you need to do next to take your company to a higher level. Begin by assessing your operations, … Read more
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves will meet CEOs from top insurers in Downing Street on Wednesday, as she seeks to encourage more investment in the City ahead of a tricky budget later this month. The meeting, whose attendees will include Lloyds of London Chair Charles Roxburgh, Swiss Re AG CEO Andreas Berger and … Read more
Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 66 people in the Philippines with dozens more missing, an official said on Wednesday, as the country braces for a new storm. The deadliest typhoon to hit the Southeast Asian nation this year also displaced more than half a million people. It pounded central provinces, particularly Cebu, which reported the … Read more
From global banks to alternative fund managers, more senior financiers are joining a growing chorus warning of cracks in private credit. TCW Group Inc.’s Chief Executive Officer Katie Koch told a forum in Hong Kong on Wednesday that she’s “very nervous” about parts of private credit. Tony Yoseloff, chief investment officer of Davidson Kempner Capital … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration’s lead drug regulator George Tidmarsh resigned two days after being placed on administrative leave over personal conduct concerns, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services. The resignation comes the same day Tidmarsh was sued for defamation by Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc., which accused him of harboring “a … Read more
The Georgia Court of Appeals this week handed down multiple decisions, three of which could indirectly affect property and liability insurance coverage in the state for years to come. In a case over a deliberately set Atlanta apartment complex fire that killed a man and left 30 residents without a home, a jury in January … Read more
The Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) has selected Old Republic Lawyers Specialty Insurance (ORLSI) as its endorsed lawyer’s malpractice insurance provider. Through its partnership with ORLSI, the LSBA Insurance Program now offers enhanced policy coverages and better program perks. These benefits include: a claims-free deductible opportunity, additional deductible discount opportunities, standalone cyber liability policy premium … Read more