“Leveraging our European expertise, we are excited to provide US residents travel protection should they be applying for a Schengen visa or embarking on their summer getaway,” said Blessy George, head of North America, AXA Partners. “AXA Partners US is able to offer our customers essential coverage at a reasonable price.”
More than a policy: Cyber insurance as infrastructure Today’s attacks are faster, stealthier, and increasingly powered by AI-generated content and malware. SMEs, often lacking in-house IT resources, need more than a payout – they need a partner. “Cyber insurance is not just insurance. It’s so much more than insurance,” Kocsondy said. “It’s an entire protective…
“The risk landscape for Australian insurers has never been more complex, with heightened cybersecurity threats, macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, continued regulatory scrutiny from [the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)], and the need for greater operational resilience all adding to the challenges faced by insurance CROs and boards,”…
Workforce reductions and expansion efforts In 2023, GEICO announced significant workforce reductions, laying off approximately 6% of its employees, or about 2,000 staff members, as part of a broader industry trend. This move followed similar actions by other major insurers, including Farmers Insurance, State Farm, and Allstate, which curtailed operations in Florida, California, and other…
Last year, TWFG Insurance, a Texas-based insurance broker, made a strong market debut. Priced at $17 per share, the IPO exceeded expectations, closing at $22.10 on its first trading day – a surge of over 30%. The company raised approximately $170 million, which is earmarked for debt repayment, potential acquisitions, and general corporate purposes. Source…
