
A New York federal court ruled that subsequent acts after a run‑off policy cut‑off date do not bar coverage unless they are unlawful. Judge Jed Rakoff found AmTrust’s 2019 preferred‑share delisting was a lawful corrective disclosure, so the insurer’s reliance on the subsequent‑acts exclusion failed. The opinion emphasizes that “Wrongful Act” under New York law requires unlawful conduct and that insurers bear a heavy burden to prove an exclusion applies. The case now moves beyond the motion to dismiss, with further litigation pending.

Specialty AI insurance is gaining traction as firms grapple with a wave of algorithmic failures and mounting regulatory scrutiny. Insurers are increasingly carving out AI exclusions from standard policies, prompting the launch of dedicated AI coverage products. Gartner analyst Alissa...

Software engineering is undergoing a paradigm shift as developers increasingly rely on large language models to write code through natural‑language prompts, a practice dubbed “vibe coding.” By 2026, these models are capable of autonomous, multi‑step research loops, evolving into “vibe...

The rise of autonomous trucking technology is reshaping liability law, moving responsibility from solely the driver to a broader set of parties including OEMs, software developers, and carriers. As Level 4 trucks automate driving functions, courts are likely to see more...

Liberty Mutual announced a new leadership structure that places Global Risk Solutions (GRS) and Liberty Mutual Investments (LMI) under the strategic oversight of Vlad Barbalat, who will also remain Chief Investment Officer. Matthew Moore stays President of GRS, while Adam Winn and...

A Maryland district court dismissed Supernus Pharmaceuticals' attempt to secure D&O insurance coverage for an antitrust lawsuit, holding the claim did not qualify as a “Securities Claim” under the policy. The court focused on the policy’s definition, which requires the...

The Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation (ARPC) announced that Chief Underwriting Officer Michael “Mike” Pennell will retire later this year after more than two decades of service. Pennell was instrumental in building and managing the national Terrorism Reinsurance Pool and later...

Santam Group has appointed veteran underwriter Nigel Tatlock as Head of Property for its newly launched Lloyd’s syndicate 1918, which received underwriting permission in late 2025 and will commence business on January 1, 2026. Tatlock arrives with more than four...

Carriers are formally excluding generative AI liabilities from commercial general liability policies, with Verisk/ISO endorsements taking effect on January 1, 2026. At least six major insurers, including WR Berkley, AIG and Great American, have filed AI exclusion endorsements with state...

A securities class action filed in January 2026 accuses Beyond Meat’s board and executives of misleading investors by failing to disclose a material asset impairment before the third quarter of 2025. Plaintiffs allege the company continued to tout cost‑reduction initiatives...
In 2024, more than 21 million U.S. drivers—representing a 28% compound annual growth since 2018—are sharing telematics data with insurers, moving usage‑based insurance (UBI) from niche to mainstream. Trust has become the primary catalyst, with 53% of policyholders expressing high confidence...

The pet boarding sector has shifted from basic kennels to upscale hospitality, raising client expectations and operational complexity. As services expand to grooming, medical care, and digital bookings, the range of potential liabilities widens dramatically. Comprehensive insurance—including liability, Care Custody...

Alliance Captive Management (ACM) has launched its SportGuard programme, initially built for equestrian events, with a strategic plan to extend it across a broad spectrum of sporting venues. The captive‑backed solution offers a streamlined approach to managing participant accident exposure,...

Ardonagh’s newly launched pan‑European MGA, Orvia Underwriting, announced six senior appointments, including Paul Nolan as Chief Underwriting Officer, Werner Richter as Managing Director for Germany, Ivan Mullen as Chief Technology Officer, Caolán O’Callaghan as Chief Actuary, Sharna Bullen as Director...

Singapore‑based Kairos Risk Solutions announced the acquisition of Molto Re, a boutique reinsurance adviser, to strengthen its North American presence. The deal brings Molto Re’s client relationships and specialized expertise into Kairos’ portfolio, complementing its AI‑driven risk solutions. Concurrently, Josh...