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Cyber attacks are no longer just a tech problem—they are taking center stage in business leadership discussions. During a recent online panel hosted by Gia Snape, experts from Beazley, a global insurance company, gathered to share their firsthand experiences and insights on managing cyber crises, particularly for insurance professionals who play a key role in … Read more

Insurance Business America is inviting industry professionals to nominate standout wholesale brokers and managing general agents (MGAs) for their 5-Star Wholesale Brokers and MGAs 2026 awards. The deadline to submit entries is fast approaching, with all nominations required by Friday, December 12. This annual recognition highlights MGAs and wholesale partners who have delivered exceptional service … Read more

Cyber insurance is struggling to keep up with the fast-changing world of cyber threats. While the market has grown quickly, it still can’t fully match the rising skill of cybercriminals and the specific needs of different clients. Barrett Wills, senior vice president of cyber at CAC Specialty, explained that hackers have become more specialized. Instead … Read more

Jeff Arnold, a five-time bestselling author and the founder of RightSure, recently shared insights on what makes his company one of this year’s Top Insurance Employers. In a recent episode of Insurance Business TV, Arnold talked about the core values that have driven the firm’s success and explained the meaning behind the phrase "famously friendly … Read more

Back in June 2024, CDK Global, a top company providing software to car dealerships, faced a big ransomware attack. This hit about 15,000 dealerships across North America. For weeks, these businesses had to stop using their usual systems and rely on pen, paper, and quick fixes during a crucial sales period. The result? They lost … Read more

A recent webinar brought together experts from Tokyo Marine HCC and IDX DFIR Services to talk about the growing threat of personal cyber risks. The discussion highlighted how cyber threats have evolved from simple identity theft to sophisticated scams involving AI, deepfakes, and social engineering. The session, titled "From Phishing to Deepfakes, The New Age … Read more

New research from MIT’s Project Iceberg reveals that current artificial intelligence (AI) tools could already take over tasks equivalent to nearly 12 percent of the U.S. workforce. That adds up to about $1.2 trillion in wages and the work of almost 18 million full-time jobs. While the study focuses on the U.S., it raises important … Read more

US middle-market businesses are facing a tough start to 2026, dealing with ongoing inflation, unstable supply chains, and growing talent shortages. These challenges come as insurance costs shift unevenly, with property insurance rates easing while casualty insurance costs keep rising. Matt Stadler, president of Marsh McLennan Agency, describes the current situation as a “perfect storm” … Read more

Applied Systems is making waves in the insurance world with its recent purchase of AI startup Cytora. The deal aims to tackle some of the biggest headaches in insurance today: handling tons of paperwork and turning scattered data into clear, usable information. Anupam Gupta, Applied’s chief product officer, explained that insurance companies deal with a … Read more

The Baldwin Group and CAC Group are joining forces in a deal that will create one of the largest insurance brokers in the U.S. owned mostly by its employees and publicly traded. This merger brings together Baldwin’s broad middle-market reach with CAC’s specialty expertise. The total value of the deal is $1.026 billion upfront. Baldwin … Read more