Patricia Wells

US officials are alerting businesses to prepare for possible cyberattacks from Iran following recent American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Experts believe that while the response from hackers might be limited, it is still a serious concern. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a bulletin stating that Iranian hackers often target American technology. Although … Read more

NEC Specialty Inc. (NECS), a prominent managing general agency on the East Coast, has officially launched its operations on the Expert Insured platform. This exciting development comes after months of careful consideration by the NECS team, who sought a solution to enhance their workflow and overall efficiency. The partnership with Expert Insured aims to modernize … Read more

Rio Tinto has agreed to pay $138.75 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the mining company of misleading investors about its Oyu Tolgoi copper and gold mine in Mongolia. This settlement comes after allegations that Rio Tinto concealed significant issues with a $7 billion underground expansion project at the site. The proposed settlement was … Read more

Howden, a well-known insurance intermediary based in London, has made a significant move by acquiring Ureta & Fernandez Corredores de Seguros Limitada, commonly known as U&F. This independent retail insurance broker is located in Santiago, Chile. The announcement was made recently, but the financial details of the deal have not been disclosed. With this acquisition, … Read more

Central and southern China are bracing for more flash floods as the East Asia monsoon season intensifies. Heavy rains are expected to disrupt daily life in the country, which is the second-largest economy in the world. On Thursday, authorities issued red alerts for the first time this year. These alerts cover several provinces, including Anhui, … Read more

Navitas Systems, a battery manufacturer based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has agreed to pay $95,000 to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This decision follows allegations that the company enforced a policy requiring employees returning from medical leave to be completely free of any work restrictions. The … Read more

A Boston jury has awarded $8 million to a woman from Massachusetts, Janice Paluzzi, who developed mesothelioma after using Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder for many years. The jury found the company responsible for negligence and breach of warranty, concluding that the asbestos in their talc products led to her terminal cancer. Paluzzi used Johnson … Read more

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against Paddle, a payment processing company, for allegedly enabling deceptive foreign operators to exploit the U.S. credit card system. This practice has reportedly cost consumers millions of dollars, particularly targeting older adults through misleading tech-support schemes. In a complaint filed by the FTC, Paddle and its subsidiary … Read more

California utilities have shut off power to over 62,000 customers to prevent wildfires as dry winds sweep across the state. PG&E Corp. is responsible for cutting power to about 60,000 customers in seven counties, and they may turn off more if conditions worsen. Southern California Edison Co. has also de-energized lines for nearly 2,400 customers … Read more

Tesla is set to launch its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, as early as Sunday. The company will start with about 10 Model Y SUVs, which will operate under strict safety guidelines. CEO Elon Musk emphasized that safety is a top priority, stating that humans will monitor the fleet remotely. This remote monitoring, known … Read more