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Editorial coverage for risk managers on enterprise risk, workers comp, underwriting, brokers, and emerging risks.

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Why the Future of Cyber Insurance Depends on the Cyber Talent Behind It
News•Feb 21, 2026

Why the Future of Cyber Insurance Depends on the Cyber Talent Behind It

Ransomware attacks jumped 32% in 2025, targeting manufacturing, health care, education and supply chains, while third‑party breaches accounted for roughly 30% of incidents. The surge has driven a rapid expansion of cyber insurance as companies seek protection against AI‑fuelled threats and a projected $10.5 trillion cybercrime cost. Insurers now recognize that effective policies require deep cyber expertise, not just traditional underwriting skills. To fill the talent gap, firms are recruiting security engineers, launching apprenticeships, internships and continuous training programs.

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Matthew Moore Named President of Global Risk Solutions at Liberty Mutual Insurance
News•Feb 20, 2026

Matthew Moore Named President of Global Risk Solutions at Liberty Mutual Insurance

Liberty Mutual announced that Matthew Moore will become president of its Global Risk Solutions division, effective March 6, 2026. Moore, who has served as president of underwriting for GRS and held senior roles across the company’s specialty and reinsurance businesses...

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Robin Udhwan Named Head of Canada Programs at Munich Re Specialty – North America
News•Feb 20, 2026

Robin Udhwan Named Head of Canada Programs at Munich Re Specialty – North America

Munich Re Specialty – North America appointed Robin Udhwan as Head of Canada Programs. In this role, Udhwan will oversee underwriting and management of the MGA portfolio, reporting to Claudia Carnevale and Derek Stewart. He brings extensive underwriting and operational...

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D&O Liability Market Finds Stability as Downward Pricing Pressures Ease: AM Best
News•Feb 19, 2026

D&O Liability Market Finds Stability as Downward Pricing Pressures Ease: AM Best

The directors and officers (D&O) liability market is moving toward stability after several years of aggressive price competition. AM Best upgraded its outlook to stable as renewal rates flatten and premium cuts become modest through 2026. Insurers are shifting focus from...

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From Convenience to Crime: How Payment Apps Stand to Reshape Business Fraud
News•Feb 19, 2026

From Convenience to Crime: How Payment Apps Stand to Reshape Business Fraud

Businesses of all sizes are embracing peer‑to‑peer payment apps such as Venmo, Zelle and Cash App to streamline vendor payments and employee reimbursements. The convenience has sparked a surge in fraud, with New York regulators reporting more than $390 million in losses...

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From Brooklyn Bookshelves to Building Resilience: Lesli Rice on Mentorship, Market Shifts and Modern Risk
News•Feb 18, 2026

From Brooklyn Bookshelves to Building Resilience: Lesli Rice on Mentorship, Market Shifts and Modern Risk

Lesli Rice, a veteran risk manager who rose from a Brooklyn library job to senior roles at Allstate, Turner Construction, and Lincoln Avenue Communities, highlights the risk management field’s strong mentorship culture. She points to the industry’s narrowing coverage, rising...

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Active Employer Involvement Can Cut Workers’ Compensation Costs
News•Feb 16, 2026

Active Employer Involvement Can Cut Workers’ Compensation Costs

Employers who actively manage workers’ compensation claims can dramatically lower expenses, according to Kinetic Insurance’s new guide. Reporting injuries within 24‑48 hours reduces medical utilization and litigation risk, while delayed reporting can increase costs by 30‑40 percent. The guide identifies...

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Jim Marcoulier Promoted to Director of Underwriting at A.I.M. Mutual Insurance Companies
News•Feb 13, 2026

Jim Marcoulier Promoted to Director of Underwriting at A.I.M. Mutual Insurance Companies

Jim Marcoulier has been promoted to director of underwriting at A.I.M. Mutual Insurance Companies, a workers’ compensation carrier based in Burlington, Massachusetts. Previously a senior underwriting manager, he will now oversee underwriting operations across New England and report directly to...

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Awais Farooq Appointed Chief Claims Officer at Venbrook Group
News•Feb 13, 2026

Awais Farooq Appointed Chief Claims Officer at Venbrook Group

Venbrook Group LLC announced the appointment of Awais Farooq as chief claims officer, effective immediately. Farooq arrives with nearly two decades of experience leading claims transformation at firms such as Crawford & Company, State Farm, Chubb, and Berkshire Hathaway GUARD....

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James Crask Named Global Supply Chain Practice Leader at Marsh Risk
News•Feb 13, 2026

James Crask Named Global Supply Chain Practice Leader at Marsh Risk

Marsh Risk has created a new global supply chain practice and appointed James Crask as its leader. The role merges the firm’s supply‑chain insurance and risk‑consulting capabilities with advanced analytics, notably the AI‑driven mapping platform Sentrisk. Crask, based in London,...

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Joe Peiser Named CEO of Risk Capital at Aon
News•Feb 13, 2026

Joe Peiser Named CEO of Risk Capital at Aon

Aon PLC appointed Joe Peiser as CEO of Risk Capital, overseeing Commercial Risk and Reinsurance Solutions and reporting to Andy Marcell, Global Solutions CEO. Peiser brings more than 30 years of experience across North America, the UK and Bermuda, having served as...

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Delaware Supreme Court Affirms D&O Coverage in Merger Settlement Despite ‘Bump-Up’ Exclusion
News•Feb 12, 2026

Delaware Supreme Court Affirms D&O Coverage in Merger Settlement Despite ‘Bump-Up’ Exclusion

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed that Harman International’s $28 million merger settlement is covered under its directors‑and‑officers (D&O) policy, despite the insurers’ reliance on a “bump‑up” exclusion. The court applied a two‑step test, accepting that the underlying securities claim alleged inadequate...

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The Growing Coverage Gap: Why Safety Nets Matter
News•Feb 11, 2026

The Growing Coverage Gap: Why Safety Nets Matter

A growing share of U.S. homeowners and commercial property owners are going uninsured as premiums rise and availability shrinks, with recent estimates putting the uninsured homeowner rate at roughly 13.6 percent, or 11.3 million homes. Mortgage‑free households, owners of manufactured or...

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Global Commercial Rates Trend Downward, US Rates Flat in Q4 2025
News•Feb 10, 2026

Global Commercial Rates Trend Downward, US Rates Flat in Q4 2025

Global commercial insurance premiums slipped 4% in Q4 2025, marking the sixth straight quarterly decline after seven years of steady hikes. The drop reflects heightened competition, favorable loss experience and cheaper reinsurance, expanding market capacity worldwide. Regional data show the...

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Engineers Develop Soft Robotic Exoskeleton That Cuts Muscle Strain by 22%
News•Feb 10, 2026

Engineers Develop Soft Robotic Exoskeleton That Cuts Muscle Strain by 22%

University of Texas at Arlington engineers unveiled the Pneumatically Actuated Soft Elbow Exoskeleton (PASE), a lightweight silicone‑based wearable that cuts elbow muscle activity by 22% during typical industrial tasks. Tests with 19 participants showed an 8‑10 point reduction in perceived...

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Surety Insurers Hit Record Profits, But Federal Infrastructure Boom Nears End
News•Feb 9, 2026

Surety Insurers Hit Record Profits, But Federal Infrastructure Boom Nears End

Surety insurers posted record profitability in 2024, achieving a 45.6% net profit margin and $2.35 billion in underwriting profit for the third straight year. The surge stems from federal infrastructure programs that have driven strong demand for contractor bonds, while loss...

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