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King Bars Policy Cancellations in Georgia Counties as Fires Spread from Helene Debris
Georgia insurance commissioner John King used his statutory authority to bar property insurance policy cancellations until further notice, due to wildfires that have displaced homeowners across the state. King’s April 23 directive bars cancellations for nonpayment of premiums in 91 …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 12:37 PM |
Hormuz Shipping Traffic Remains Muted With no US-Iran Deal in Sight, Data Shows
At least seven ships – mainly dry bulk vessels – have crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, in line with muted activity in recent days, shipping data showed on Monday, while talks between Iran and the …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 12:13 PM |
Iran War Disrupts the Circuit Board Supply Chain, Raises Costs for Tech Firms
The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted supplies of crucial raw materials and pushed up prices of the printed circuit boards (PCB) used in almost all electronic devices, from smartphones and computers to AI servers, industry sources and executives …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 12:02 PM |
People Moves: HUB’s Drayer Joins Patriot Growth as Northeast President
Patriot Growth Insurance Services, headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, hired Andrew Drayer as regional president, Northeast. He succeeds Bill Donato, who previously held this role and now serves as president of retail insurance. Drayer brings experience across commercial insurance, operations, …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 11:55 AM |
NYC Begins 10 Days of Flying Taxis With Manhattan-JFK Flights
Joby Aviation Inc. is planning to fly electric air taxis between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Manhattan this week to show off its quieter, zero-emission aircraft in a city weary of noise pollution. The demonstration flights will be New …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 11:53 AM |
Europe’s Markets Watchdog Warns Cyber Threats Are Growing as AI Speeds Up Risks
The chief of Europe’s securities regulator said the risks from and potential speed of cyberattacks are growing, joining a chorus of warnings from financial supervisors on the threats posed by artificial intelligence models that are evolving quickly. Geopolitical tensions have …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 11:12 AM |
General Atlantic-Backed Indian Insurer Acko Eyes Up to $2.5B Valuation in IPO: Sources
India’s Acko Insurance is targeting a valuation of between $2 billion and $2.5 billion in its planned initial public offering and is eyeing a listing in early 2027, two people familiar with the matter said. Backed by investors including General …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 9:10 AM |
Michigan Cleared in Lawsuit Over 2020 Dam Collapse
The state of Michigan was cleared of liability Thursday in a disastrous 2020 dam failure that flooded communities, destroyed more than 100 homes and drained a popular lake. Court of Claims Judge James Redford acknowledged the “real and lasting damages” …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 7:00 AM |
NFL’s Rooney Rule Meets Biggest Challenge in Trump’s DEI Crackdown
The most-recognizable diversity policy in sports is facing the biggest challenge in its history. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is calling for the end of the National Football League’s Rooney Rule, a …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 6:00 AM |
Commercial Lines Rates Continue to Soften, Says Ivans Index
Premium renewal rates in the first quarter 2026 decreased for all major commercial lines compared to the fourth quarter 2025, according to the Ivans Index. “Q1 sets an important baseline for 2026, with commercial rates continuing to soften as the …
POSTED APRIL 27, 2026 5:12 AM |
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