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Munich Re Sees Elevated Nat Cat Losses and Growing European Reinsurance Demand
Munich Re reported rising natural catastrophe exposures, sustained European reinsurance demand, and continued cyber-insurance gaps. The company referenced inflation, geopolitical volatility, and US litigation risks affecting international programs. The findings reflect climate-driven losses, evolving liability concerns, and capital trends in the European and global reinsurance markets. Read More
WTW Highlights Interconnected AI, Cyber, and Climate Risks in Emerging Risk Study
WTW's analysis highlights gaps in organizational artificial intelligence (AI) risk management, noting fragmented definitions and overlooked interdependencies with cyber and climate exposures. The article draws on survey results showing rising AI concerns, escalating data-breach costs, and board-level knowledge gaps, underscoring the need for integrated, enterprise-wide governance frameworks. Read More
Insurers Focus on Inflation, Private Markets, and Technology in 2025
BlackRock's 2025 Global Insurance Report shows insurers preparing for ongoing inflation and market uncertainty. Most are holding risk steady while gradually increasing private market allocations. Firms are also shifting to hybrid investment models, investing more in technology and artificial intelligence, and continuing to support long-term sustainability goals across portfolios. Read More
CICA Reports Congressional Meetings, 2026 Conference, and Essay Contest
The latest Captive Insurance Companies Association (CICA) newsletter highlights recent federal advocacy meetings with congressional staff, the March 2026 CICA International Conference in Palm Desert, and the upcoming deadline for the 2025–2026 student essay contest. Students will design captive insurance solutions for real-world case studies across sectors, with finalists presenting at the conference. Read More
NCCIA Begins Planning for 2026 Annual Conference
The North Carolina Captive Insurance Association (NCCIA) has initiated planning for its 2026 conference with a record 19-member committee and expects 14 concurrent sessions and keynote programming. The board of directors met in Durham to discuss initiatives and outreach, and NCCIA introduced a monthly podcast featuring captive-industry voices in the state. Read More