Young Europeans Turn to AI Chatbots for Emotional Support, Survey Shows May 5, 2026 By Lucie Barbier and Leo Marchandon Nearly one in two young people in Europe have used AI chatbots to discuss intimate or personal matters, as the...
Heat-Trapping Microplastics Found to Play Role in Climate Change May 5, 2026 By Todd Woody Microplastics in the atmosphere are heating the planet, magnifying climate change impacts, according to new research. Scientists in China and...
For Autonomous Robots, Not All Rules Are Equal May 5, 2026 By Iowa State University From driving cars to flying drones, as autonomous robots take on more responsibility, they also face more human-like dilemmas —...
Study Suggests Federal Action to Realize Insurance Savings May 4, 2026 By Josh Boak A new analysis suggests Americans are being overcharged by $150 billion annually to insure their homes, autos and businesses —...
With Lower Q1 Insured Losses, Re/Insurers Well-Placed for More Costly Quarters Ahead April 27, 2026 By L.S. Howard Global and regional natural catastrophe activity and loss totals were lower in the first quarter of 2026 than in comparable...
Claim Severity Trends for Medical Malpractice ‘Stand Out’: S&P GMI April 22, 2026 Casualty claims are becoming more expensive at a faster rate, but medical professional liability stands out as one casualty line...
England Has 1.2 Million Buildings at Risk of Flooding With No Defenses April 15, 2026 By Olivia Rudgard A new study has found that 1.2 million buildings at risk of flooding in England currently aren’t included in any...
Verisk: Insurance Claims Volume Fell to 5-Year Low in 2025 April 15, 2026 By Ezra Amacher Insurance claims volumes in the United States declined across most lines in 2025 due at least in part to less...
Data Centers Offer a Potential $10 Billion Windfall for Insurers April 14, 2026 By Alexandre Rajbhandari Soaring demand for insurance coverage related to data center construction is creating a “meaningful growth opportunity” for the industry, outstripping...
US E&S Growth Slows Again; Declining Berkshire Volume Tops Leaders April 10, 2026 A recent analysis by S&P Global Market Intelligence reveals that the pace of growth in the U.S. excess and surplus...