Sound risk management, strategic use of technology and a maturing partnership with alternative capital have subdued the cyclical nature of the reinsurance market. To achieve or reach beyond the cost of capital, reinsurers must balance short-term opportunities with strategic long-term …
Month: September 2025
DOJ Drops Defense of Ban on Employee ‘Noncompete’ Agreements
President Donald Trump’s administration abandoned on Friday the U.S. government’s legal defense of a rule adopted under former President Joe Biden that had banned agreements commonly signed by workers not to join rivals of their employers or launch competing businesses. …
While One Suit Over Citizens’ DOAH Hearings Is Dropped, Drama Builds in Another
A federal judge agreed to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a 92-year-old Miami homeowner claiming that a state-run arbitration agency deprives policyholders of their constitutional rights when reviewing claims disputes against Citizens Property Insurance Corp. “The dismissal is effective immediately …
Anthropic Agrees to Pay $1.5 Billion to Settle Authors’ Copyright Class Action
Anthropic told a San Francisco federal judge on Friday that it has agreed to pay $1.5 billion to settle a class-action lawsuit from a group of authors who accused the artificial intelligence company of using their books to train its …
California Labor Commissioner Cites Los Angeles Restaurant $680K
The California Labor Commissioner’s Office cited J BBQ, a Koreatown restaurant, more than $680,000 for wage theft violations. A total of 48 workers were impacted by the violations, which included unpaid wages, denied breaks, and inaccurate wage statements, according to …
Public Speaks Out on How Pennsylvania Should Spend Opioid Settlement Funds
An attorney advocated for allowing opioid settlement money to be spent on public defenders. A prevention expert talked about effective strategies for deterring substance misuse in the first place, cautioning against one-time speakers at assemblies. Multiple family members who lost …
Economy and Surplus Lines
Global growth is slowing as U.S. tariff policy reduces trade and heightens geopolitical uncertainty. That will lead to decelerating growth in insurance premiums. According to Swiss Re, global GDP growth (adjusted for inflation) is expected to slow to 2.3% this …
People & Places
National WTW, with U.S. headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, appointed Alena Kharkavets as North American head of claims in its insurance consulting and technology business. Kharkavets comes to WTW from Intact Financial Corporation, where she held progressively senior roles over 20 …
Next-Gen Insurance: Powered by AI
Welcome to the next generation of insurance. Our industry stands on the cusp of an exhilarating technological revolution, primarily driven by artificial intelligence. Embracing next-generation technology is no longer a choice but a necessity for success. Insurance-specific AI is the …
My New Markets
Cyber Insurance for SMBs Market Detail: Expand offerings with cyber insurance that’s smart, seamless, and tailored for SMBs. Cyber insurance can feel complex; K2 Cyber makes it easy with a straightforward application process that saves time and effort, making it …





