5 05, 2026

TWFG Acquires Texas-Based Asset Protection Insurance Associates

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TWFG announced that it has acquired Asset Protection Insurance Associates. This acquisition combines APIA’s deep specialization in the MGA space, and its highly client‑centric operating model, with TWFG’s expansive platform, resources, and growth infrastructure. By combining organizations, Castroville, Texas-based APIA …

5 05, 2026

Google, Microsoft to Give US Agency Early Access to AI Models

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The agreements follow New York Times and Wall Street Journal reports that the Trump administration is considering an executive order to create a government review process for AI tools.

5 05, 2026

Berkshire, Cyber Risk and the Strait of Hormuz: Insurability Hinges on Price

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During the recent Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, CEO Greg Abel told shareholders that the conglomerate’s decisions on investments and acquisitions depend on several factors, highlighting price relative to risk as one of them. See related article: Details TBD: Berkshire’s Jain, …

5 05, 2026

Insurer QBE Faces Investor Pressure Over Extreme Weather Risks

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Australian Ethical Investment Ltd., a pension fund with about A$14 billion ($10 billion) under management, is pressuring QBE Insurance Group Ltd. over the potential threat extreme weather poses to future profitability. The fund, which holds about A$65 million of QBE …

5 05, 2026

Federal Judge Has ‘Grave Concerns’ About Missouri Roundup Deal

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A federal judge overseeing thousands of cancer lawsuits against Bayer AG and its Roundup weedkiller said he had “grave concerns” about whether a proposed $7.25 billion class-action settlement in Missouri could properly address future claims outside the state. At a …

5 05, 2026

United Jet Hit Pole, Truck During Newark Landing Approach

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A United Airlines Holdings Inc. plane grazed a vehicle and light post on an adjacent highway in its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday, the latest in a string of incidents that have put the spotlight on …

5 05, 2026

Cost of Howden-Driven Talent War Rises to $31M for Brown & Brown

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Brown & Brown acknowledged that the cost of the Howden-driven talent war has risen to $31 million in annual revenue. “At the end of March, the startup [Howden] has taken customers representing approximately $31 million of annual revenue as compared …

5 05, 2026

Railroad Wrongfully Suspended Worker for Reporting Collision: OSHA

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A U.S. Department of Labor whistleblower investigation has found that a railroad company wrongfully suspended an employee for reporting a train collision and safety concerns, in violation of the Federal Railroad Safety Act. The department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration …

5 05, 2026

New Mexico Seeks $3.7B, Changes to Meta Platforms in Youth Harm Trial

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The U.S. state of New Mexico on Monday asked a judge to declare Meta Platforms a public nuisance, order the company to pay $3.7 billion and overhaul its Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp platforms to protect young users. “Across the country, …

5 05, 2026

People Moves: Society Insurance Names Kohli as VP of Information Technology

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Society Insurance announced that Kshitij Kohli has joined the organization as vice president of information technology. In this role, Kohli will lead Society’s technology strategy and execution, with responsibility for core systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology investments aligned with business …