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Exclusive: Charter Space raises $5M to bring insurance to the stars
Charter Space, a finalist in last year's TechCrunch Startup Battlefield, has raised a $5 million seed round to keep growing its budding space insurance business. The El Segundo, California-based startup said Wednesday it's already servicing over 50…
EU's Insurance Watchdog Warns of Risks Tied to Extreme Heat
Europe's insurance and pensions watchdog warned extreme heat is adding to risks the industries face. The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority said multiple sectors are likely to be impacted as temperatures rise, including…
Inside India newsletter: Foreign insurers get the red-carpet treatment - and policy uncertainty
Last week, India's insurance regulator reintroduced caps on distribution commission, reversing its 2023 decision that gave insurers flexibility to set their cost structures. India's insurance sector is seen as lucrative because insurance…
Keisha Lance Bottoms unveils new 'Drive Plan' to cut gas and car insurance costs for Georgians
Keisha Lance Bottoms is making driving costs a key issue in her campaign for Georgia governor. She is proposing fuel and car insurance tax cuts that she says would provide long-term relief. Bottoms, the Democratic candidate for governor, unveiled…
Insurance brokers flag commission caps; policyholders, jobs at risk
3 min read Mumbai Make us preferred source on Google Insurance brokers have opposed the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India's (IRDAI's) proposed reforms on insurance distribution, warning that the broad commission caps and a…
How to Get the Best Term Insurance Plan at Low Premiums
A secure financial future of your family does not necessarily cost a lot. The belief that comprehensive life cover is costly is an assumption that many people have made, however, with the right mindset one can get term insurance plans that can…
Martin Lewis listener gets car insurance for £637 after £1,226 quote - 'can't be right'
Martin Lewis spoke to Kath about how she managed to save so much money A Martin Lewis listener has explained how she saved almost £600 by following his advice on car insurance. Kath from Liverpool told Martin during a recent edition of the…
New insurance scheme could save mine workers income in rainy seasons
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) and the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB) are working on a proposed climate insurance scheme for mine and quarry workers that would 'pay out automatically when a climate event…
Federal health insurance enrollees will pay 10.9% more, on average, toward premiums in 2027
Federal employees and retirees in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program will once again see health insurance premiums rise next year. Starting in January, FEHB participants will pay an average of 10.9% more toward their health…
IMG Completes Acquisition of World Nomads, Expanding Global Travel Insurance Distribution
SYDNEY, Oct. 1, 2026 /CNW/ -- IMG (International Medical Group) is excited to announce the successful completion of its acquisition of World Nomads. First announced in February 2026, the acquisition strengthens IMG's global travel insurance…
Axa XL to begin writing business through dedicated E&S insurer
Axa XL on Wednesday said it will begin writing business through its dedicated excess and surplus lines insurance company next year as it expands its U.S. wholesale operations. Axa XL Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance will begin underwriting new E&S…
Neutrinos launches Kamios to take enterprise AI from pilot to production in insurance and other regulated industries
Proven in insurance, where straight-through processing on new business rose from 2% to 35%, and now available to banks and financial services firms NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, Sept. 30, 2026 /CNW/ -- Neutrinos, the AI automation and orchestration…
DOJ Broadens Lawsuit, Targets San Jose Insurance Requirement for Gun Owners as Well
On Tuesday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) amended its original complaint against San Jose, California's concealed carry license fee so as to target the city's liability insurance requirement for gun owners as well. Breitbart News reported the…
Young drivers record biggest insurance savings say experts
The cost of comprehensive new business car insurance policies has remained stable over the past 12 months, according to data based on more than six million quotes. The average premium has also fallen by £22, standing 17% lower than it was…
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