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Marsh Risk has launched a new Bermuda-domiciled excess casualty insurance solution designed to serve US-based clients. BX1 offers a unified block of $50 million capacity to the market. Read the full story here: ow.ly/3HBY50YwSUp

Storms that tore across the central and eastern US between March 15 and 16, plus late-season snow in the Northern Plains and Midwest, could rack up at least $1 billion in insured losses and possibly more, Gallagher Re has said. Explore more here: ow.ly/G5FE50YwSMu

Scaling AI in Insurance: From Experimentation to Enterprise Insurers are experimenting with AI, but few have cracked the code for enterprise-wide impact. New research from Earnix* shows that while 80% of insurers plan to adopt generative AI in the next two years, legacy systems, integration complexity, and governance gaps are slowing large-scale deployment. Join us on May 13, 2026 at 4pm BST / 11am EDT for an exclusive webinar sponsored by Earnix. Hear from David Ovenden, AXA, Marisa Murton, Allianz, and Jimmy White, Earnix, as we explore how to turn pilots into measurable business outcomes across underwriting, pricing, claims, and customer decisioning. Reserve your spot today — or get the recording if you can’t attend live: ow.ly/ayh050YwgMe #AIinInsurance #InsurTech #DataDriven #EnterpriseAI

Global insured catastrophe losses could hit $148 billion in 2026 and surge to $320 billion in a peak-loss scenario, Swiss Re Institute has warned. Explore more here: ow.ly/fJQ650YwLwO

Lloyd’s CEO Patrick Tiernan has not ruled out Lloyd’s playing a part in a reinsurance backstop for vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, noting the market’s expertise and experience in developing similar solutions in the past. Though he declined to give any detail. Discover more here: ow.ly/MIo150YwLkY

Fitch Ratings’s latest report, “European Reinsurance Monitor: 2025 Results,” confirms a record high return on equity (ROE) for Europe’s four largest reinsurers. Munich Re, Swiss Re, Hannover Re and Scor SE collectively achieved an ROE of 19.6% in 2025, surpassing the previous record of 17.1% set in 2023. Discover more here: intelligentinsurer.com/big-four-europ…

Lloyd’s of London has unveiled a new five year strategy aimed at advancing and protecting the market, and Blueprint Two will not be part of that strategy. Chief executive Patrick Tiernan said: “We have also taken the decision to sunset the name and original vision of Blueprint Two. This initiative has resulted in some enduring successes, including London Bridge Two and data standards for the future.” Read full story here: ow.ly/v2za50Ywotk

Cyber threats are accelerating—and CISOs are on the front lines. But how well are cyber insurance models adapting to AI attacks, ransomware-as-a-service, deepfakes, and supply chain risks? At Cyber Risk & Insurance Innovation USA 2026, a panel of senior security leaders will explore how CISOs are embedding resilience, aligning with organisational strategy, and partnering with insurers to close coverage gaps. Don’t miss actionable insights from: - Jorge Zelaya, Atmosera - Steve Toy, Capgemini - Ricardo Lafosse, Heinz - Moderated by Aditi Mathur, Intelligent Insurer April 21–22 | Chicago Register today: ow.ly/yQyW50Yv7Iq #CyberUSA2026 #Cyber #IntelligentInsurer

The Cyber Risk & Insurance Innovation USA conference, being held in Chicago on April 21-22, 2026, hosted by Intelligent Insurer, brings together stakeholders in cyber insurance for informative discussions that will delve into today’s key industry topics including the threat landscape, war exclusions, systemic risk and market conditions, while tackling how to navigate the SME sector, the legal maze reshaping cyber insurance, the game-changing role of AI and the power of data in risk analysis. Tony Sabaj is Head of Channel Security Engineering for the Americas at Check Point Software and a member of the Office of the CTO, bringing over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity. His extensive career—spanning roles from building global network infrastructure at Arthur Andersen to shaping channel strategy at Check Point—positions him as a leading voice on how evolving cyber threats and technological innovation are redefining risk management across the insurance ecosystem. Discover more here: intelligentinsurer.com/what-insurers-…

BERMUDA FOCUS Fidelis Insurance Group expects up to one third of new business medium-term to come through other underwriters once it rebrands as Pelagos in May. Not only that, but a buoyant Fidelis management expects to repeat its mid-single digit premium growth this year, following yesterday’s announcement of 7.1% GWP growth in 2025. Explore more: ow.ly/hoYY50YsVnP #BermudaRe #BermudaFocus

Ascot Group is taking a more selective and portfolio-driven approach to reinsurance purchasing in 2026 as its business becomes increasingly diversified, its group head of ceded reinsurance has said. “We do not expect to buy more in 2026 as we focus on actively managing our inwards portfolio through the softening market in short tail lines rather than relying too heavily on outward reinsurance trades,” Ashleigh Edwards told Intelligent Insurer. Explore more here: intelligentinsurer.com/ascot-to-hold-…

Lloyd’s lifted its profit 10% and gross written premium 4% in 2025, but weaker underwriting pushed the combined ratio up 0.7 points. Lloyd’s of London reported profit before tax of £10.6 billion, up from £9.6 billion in 2024, as premium growth helped offset underwriting pressure. Gross written premium rose 4.2% to £57.9 billion, driven by new entrants and expansion from existing syndicates. Chief executive Patrick Tiernan said: “Strong underwriting performance, disciplined growth, and resilient investment returns underpinned the Lloyd’s market’s result in 2025. Read more here: ow.ly/a9XP50YwfV5

5 weeks to go! Nominations are now open for the Reinsurance Awards Europe 2026—Europe’s premier celebration of excellence in reinsurance. Whether it’s a company, team, or individual making a real impact across the market, this is your chance to recognise them. From brokers and reinsurers to innovators driving new solutions, the awards cover 25 categories designed to highlight the breadth of achievement in the European (including UK) reinsurance industry. Submit your nominations before Friday, April 24, 2026, and ensure your peers, teams, and industry leaders receive the recognition they deserve. Enter now: ow.ly/gwUM50Yv7gW #ReinsuranceAwardsEU #ReinsuranceAwards #InsuranceEurope

Momentum is building for The Underwriting Network London 2026. Senior leaders from Allianz, AXA XL, SCOR, Swiss Re, and Aviva are already confirmed. With limited spaces and a senior audience, this is where underwriting leaders connect. Register your interest: ow.ly/jUbt50Yv6TW #UnderwritingNetwork2026 #IntelligentInsurer #Underwriting2026

Sodalis Capital Limited has acquired MGA Amiga Specialty Holdings Ltd from parent BP Marsh and other shareholders for £1.8 million. BP Marsh will retain a 25.6% shareholding in Sodalis Capital and will receive an additional £706,250 for its 39.24% nominal investment shareholding in Amiga. It will also receive repayment in full of its outstanding loan facility to Amiga of £1.825 million. Explore more here: ow.ly/qak350YvUPo

Cyber threat actors and hacktivist groups are “actively targeting” Western commercial, financial, energy, and critical infrastructure organisations as the Middle East conflict escalates, according to Kennedys. “In the last few weeks, pro-Iranian hackers have claimed an attack on a North American medical device company, a foiled attack on Poland’s nuclear sector has been attributed to Iranian actors, DDoS attacks targeting Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) infrastructure have been identified, and phishing campaigns mimicking official alert applications were launched across the region,” said Arran Roberts, Joshua Mooney, partners, and Alexandra O'Hare, senior associate at Kennedys. Read more: ow.ly/acZM50YvUt3

📣 Last chance to enter, deadline approaching! You have until midnight ET, Friday, March 20 to enter the Reinsurance Awards USA 2026. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your achievements and gain recognition among the US reinsurance market’s leading firms. Submit your entry: ow.ly/mLlK50Yv76C #ReinsuranceAwardsUSA #Reinsurance2026 #InsuranceExcellence

Middle East tensions are blurring risk lines and fuelling underwriting uncertainty in terrorism and political violence markets, as claims grow harder to define and price, analysts have said. “Prolonged global geopolitical and military tensions may increase underwriting volatility, tighten reinsurance terms, and lead to more selective underwriting of politically exposed risks,” Explore more now: intelligentinsurer.com/middle-east-te…

Talanx posts record 2025 income, declares 33% dividend increase! Global insurance group Talanx has met its 2025 full-year income and return on equity (ROE) forecasts, posting record net income up 25% from the previous year. Read the full story here: ow.ly/FElt50YvLIQ

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is not trying to “play everywhere” but is scaling where it already excels — an ambition underscored by its proposed acquisition of QBE’s Australia trade and credit unit, CEO Ivan Gonzalez (pictured) has told Intelligent Insurer. “We don’t want to play everywhere. We don’t want to do everything, but we want to be very good at what we do,” Gonzalez told the publication. Explore more here: ow.ly/LyiP50Yvpy1