Navigating the financial landscape in 2024 poses unique challenges and opportunities for U.S. insurers. As they move into the second half of the year, the investment environment is shaped by persistent high interest rates, prudent asset management, and cautious navigation of an uncertain economy.
The financial technology sector welcomes a groundbreaking collaboration between Luma Financial Technologies ("Luma") and Gradient Insurance Brokerage, LLC ("Gradient") aimed at revolutionizing annuity management for financial services professionals (FSPs). This union leverages Luma’s advanced
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) has enacted a new directive reinforcing the need for thorough and comprehensive assessments in home insurance policy decisions, particularly concerning the use of aerial imagery for evaluating roof conditions. This move aims to address and mitigate
New Jersey has recently enacted a significant law mandating increased minimum liability insurance for motor carriers, marking a major shift in the state's regulatory environment for the trucking industry. Effective July 1, commercial motor vehicles weighing 26,001 pounds or more are now required to
April's unseasonable freeze left a bitter taste for New York's grape producers as they braced for stunted harvests and financial hardship. Vineyards like Double A in Fredonia are a testament to resilience in the face of climate unpredictability, yet the tangible setbacks are hard to ignore.
In response to the escalating threat of cyberattacks in South and Southeast Asia, Lexasure Financial Group Limited and OneDegree Global are pioneering a strategic alliance with a vision to redefine the landscape of cyber insurance for businesses. As cyber threats loom larger than ever, this
In the Lone Star State, the distinction between the roles of contractors and public adjusters in insurance claims has been decisively pronounced by a ruling of the Texas Supreme Court. This pivotal legal determination has provided necessary boundaries, being likened to drawing a line in the sand
The article titled "EchoStar Mobile and Actility Expand LoRaWAN IoT Coverage for Swisscom" delves into a significant collaboration aimed at enhancing Swisscom’s Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity across Europe. This partnership, involving EchoStar Mobile, Actility, and Swisscom, seeks to
In a tech landscape that frequently echoes with the drumbeats of innovation, Peppercorn AI stands out as a beacon of transformative progress in the insurtech space. At the helm is Nigel Lombard, CEO and founder, steering the company through waves of change with a globally dispersed team that
The intersection of technology and insurance is reshaping the industry landscape, with the Internet of Things (IoT) emerging as a game-changer, especially for European insurers. Despite proven successes in the U.S., European insurers have been slower to adopt IoT technologies. However, the
