Authored by Sara Weathers In the digital age, the prevalence of cyber risks continues to loom large in the minds of business leaders. According to the annual Travelers Risk Index, a comprehensive survey of 1,206 participants, cyber threats rank among the top concerns for organizations. The report emphasizes the vital importance of cybersecurity and highli...

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Authored by Sara Weathers As we welcome the arrival of fall, it's an ideal time to look ahead to the winter season, which may be significantly different from recent years due to the anticipated effects of El Niño. This climatic phenomenon is a critical factor in shaping the weather during the coldest months of the year. It's essential to understand the im...

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Authored by Sara Weathers In the digital age, where technology is intertwined with our daily lives, our personal and financial information safety is paramount. Cyberattacks on major corporations have become increasingly common, and in recent times, MGM Resorts found itself in the crosshairs of a hacking group known as Scattered Spider. This breach disrupt...

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Authored by Sara Weathers As the leaves change color and temperatures drop, it's time for businesses to start thinking about preparing for fall and the impending colder weather. Proper preparation ensures the safety and comfort of your employees and customers and also helps protect your business from potential liabilities and property damage. Inspect and...

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Authored by Sara Weathers Hurricane Idalia, which made landfall near Keaton Beach, Florida, on August 30th as a powerful Category 3 hurricane, prompted risk assessment firms Moody's RMS and Verisk to release their insured loss estimates. These estimates are critical in assessing the financial impact of the disaster. RMS estimated total private market insu...

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Authored by Sara Weathers A recent study published in the journal Nature has quantified the empirical relationships between temperature and the risk of extreme daily wildfire growth in California. According to an Insurance Journal article, the findings reveal a direct link between climate change and an increased risk of extreme wildfires, with temperature...

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Authored by Sara Weathers In a world driven by technological advancements, criminals harness the power of AI and social engineering to create scams. This proliferation of scam tech has set off alarm bells among regulators and law enforcement and raised concerns at the highest levels of the financial industry. Notably, AI is being used to supercharge fraud...

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Authored by Sara Weathers A recent report published by First Street Foundation has raised the alarm about the increasing flood risk faced by more than half of the U.S. population residing in counties likely to experience stormwater system failure due to heavy rainfall. A staggering 17.7 million properties across the country are exposed to substantial floo...

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A lawsuit has been filed in Oakland federal court against a U.S. law firm regarding a data breach. The data breach occurred in March of 2023. The allegation is that the firm did not properly and timely notify the alleged victims of the breach. The firm reported the breach to various state regulators in July. The breach included client data believed to be...

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