underwriting

Commercial lines face tech shake-up – but claims remain insurance’s blind spot

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Commercial Lines Face Tech Shake-Up – But Claims Remain Insurance’s Blind Spot

The commercial insurance sector is in the midst of a profound technological transformation in 2026. Modular platforms, agile pricing engines, AI-driven risk modeling, and real-time data ingestion are no longer experimental—they’re table stakes for staying competitive. Underwriting and pricing have led the charge, with carriers leveraging predictive analytics, external data sources, and machine learning to … Read more

Warning Issued: Underwriting Pool Won’t Solve Child Housing Liability Insurance Crunch in Washington, Regulator Says

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Warning Issued: Underwriting Pool Won’T Solve Child Housing Liability Insurance Crunch In Washington, Regulator Says

Washington state’s child housing liability insurance crunch intensifies in 2026 as providers face soaring costs and coverage gaps, with Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer cautioning that a joint underwriting association won’t fix the crisis amid concerns over prior acts coverage, sexual abuse liability, and professional liability for foster care agencies. Washington’s Office of the Insurance Commissioner … Read more

‘The art of underwriting’: Why accountability is key in ICAT’s culture

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‘The Art Of Underwriting’: Why Accountability Is Key In Icat’S Culture

‘The Art of Underwriting’: Why Accountability is Key in ICAT’s Culture Broomfield, CO – August 7, 2025 — At the International Catastrophe Insurance Managers (ICAT), a leading underwriter of catastrophe insurance since 1998, accountability is more than a buzzword—it’s the cornerstone of a culture that drives disciplined risk management and innovative underwriting. With a mission … Read more