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West Lothian warning over cost of meeting National Insurance increase

West Lothian may yet have to find millions to meet the increase in National Insurance Contributions introduced last month, it has emerged. An update on the Chancellor’s Spring Statement and its effects on West Lothian’s finances delivered to councillors at …

Derisking investment for the SDGs: The role of political risk insurance

The investment gap to achieve the SDGs in developing countries by 2030 has widened from $2.5 trillion to approximately $4 trillion per year between 2014 and 2023. This chasm underscores the urgent need for effective solutions. It is widely acknowledged …

My house flooded after a pipe burst and this is the shocking reason why my insurer refused to pay out: DEAN DUNHAM ...

By DEAN DUNHAM Updated: 06:53 EDT, 29 April 2025 My insurance claim after my house flooded has been rejected as the firm says it was caused by rodents chewing through a pipe. What are my rights? B.R., via email. Dean Dunham replies:  Unfortunately, most …

Cyber insurance costs expected to rise as loss ratios worsen

Insurers are predicting a turning point for cyber insurance premiums in 2025, with policies expected to cost more as providers review market conditions. The year 2022 turned out to be a “relatively quiet” when it came to cyber attacks, said Jess Fung, …

Regional insurance seminar in Muscat to address key challenges and market development opportunities in MENA

Muscat – The two-day event, titled “Expanding Insurance in the Middle East and North Africa: Key Challenges and Market Development Opportunities,” is hosted by the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Financial Services Authority, in cooperation with the …

Canara HSBC Life Insurance files IPO papers; Canara Bank, PNB to divest stakes

NEW DELHI, Apr 29:  Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Ltd has filed preliminary papers with capital markets regulator Sebi to float an initial public offering (IPO). This comes days after Canara Robeco Asset Management Company (AMC) filed draft IPO papers …

Diaspora Insurance, CEO Jeff Madzingo wins prestigious Africa-UK Business Award

LONDON – Over 13 years after founding Diaspora Insurance, its CEO Jeff Madzingo, a humble easy-going visionary, is finally getting the recognition he deserves. This month he was honoured with the prestigious “Excellence In Transformative Insurance …

Man drives with no insurance in North Shore Township: OPP

A man was allegedly driving with no insurance and did not have the right licence plates on his vehicle in Elliot Lake. Article content He was stopped on Highway 108 in North Shore Township on Sunday, Ontario Provincial Police say. Matthieu Lalande, 38, of …

E-scooter seized by police after ridden into oncoming traffic with no insurance

Hampshire Constabulary made an update on its most recent deployment works across Ringwood, listing where police have been tackling crime in the area. One incident involved the arrest of a intoxicated and abusive male that was causing issues in the Poulner …

Millions of Brits are forgoing travel insurance but my holiday nightmare shows you need it

“Do you think we should’ve gotten health insurance?” It was the first thing my boyfriend turned and said to me after we’d collapsed on our Tblisi hostel bed in a bohemian attic room set beside a classical music hall. I scoffed, irritated: “Why on earth …

1st Choice Insurance launches dedicated Corporate Account Team

1st Choice Insurance, an award-winning independent commercial insurance broker in Shrewsbury, has launched their new Corporate Account Team. Pictured are Joe, Corporate Renewals Executive at 1st Choice and Alex, Commercial Account Handler at 1st Choice The …

Insightful session on insurance enlightens BCom students at DPDPPSPGFGC, Car Street

Media Release Mangaluru, Apr 29: The commerce association at DPDPPSPGFGC, Car Street, conducted a session on 'Nitty-gritty of Insurance' on April 29 in Room N101 for I BCom (BFSI) AEDP batch.  Manoj Louis, convenor of commerce association …

India: Insurance Amendment Bill to be introduced by Finance Minister during monsoon season

The Insurance Amendment Bill, which seeks to allow 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector, is likely to be introduced in Parliament during the upcoming monsoon session, according to sources and news sites from India. The draft of the …

Canara HSBC Life Insurance files DRHP with Sebi for IPO

Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company, a prominent bank-led private insurer in India, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). The IPO will be a pure offer …

Insurance News – Stormy Debate Surrounds Louisiana’s State Reinsurance Proposal

A new Louisiana bill aiming to establish a state-backed catastrophe reinsurance program is sparking heated debate between lawmakers and industry leaders. Proponents believe the fund, supported by state-issued bonds, could stabilize the state’s fragile …

Thai Life Insurance (TLI) is well-positioned to benefit from Thai Financial Reporting Standard (TFRS17), according to ...

Thai Life Insurance may see its earnings rise by up to 9% between FY2025 to FY2027. Thai Life Insurance (TLI) is well-positioned to benefit from Thai Financial Reporting Standard (TFRS17), according to Maybank Securities. “In our base case, FY24 earnings …

Insurer can’t reject claim over diabetes non-disclosure, rules Bengaluru consumer forum

Colorado lawmakers propose additional $100 fee on health insurance to help undocumented immigrants

Helping veterans navigate through insurance

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Iridium Development Inc. Announces Affordable Home Elevation Solution for Florida’s Flood-Prone Communities

Iridium Development Inc. launches affordable home elevation services to help Florida homeowners rebuild safer, lower insurance costs and increase property value TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iridium Development …

Pennsylvania Dental Association honors Rep. Greg Scott

HARRISBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 26, the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) presented Rep. Greg Scott with the Kay F. Thompson Outstanding Legislator Award during its annual business meeting at the …

Squaretalk Launches AI Voice Agent with Built-in KYC Automation to Reinvent Secure Onboarding in the VoIP Industry

A breakthrough in fraud prevention and self-onboarding for cloud communications, Squaretalk redefines customer trust and compliance in the AI era. JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Squaretalk, the fast-growing CPaaS and …

Bearing Insurance Hosts Second Annual Virtual Blood Drive

Company-wide campaign unites employees, helping save 160 lives and support communities facing critical blood shortages RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bearing Insurance is proud to announce the success of its …

BenefitHub Named 'Must-Watch Tech Company' and 'Best Employee Benefits Portal & Discount Marketplace' in 2025

Leading workplace perks platform recognized for innovation and impact on employee wellbeing NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BenefitHub, a global leader in employee benefits and technology-driven workplace perks, …

From​ ​Clinical Death to Communication — NURO Delivers​ Historic Milestone

Non-surgical Neurotech achieves a clinical first by enabling communication after clinical death and resuscitation. WATERLOO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NURO, a Canadian leader in non-surgical neurotechnology, has …

Spartan Medical and XSONX Partner to Deliver Best-in-Class Wound Debridement Technology to VA Medical Centers.

The XSONX® Wound Hygiene System is a cordless, hand-held device with micro-vibrational technology that powerfully cleans & debrides chronic contaminated wounds. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XSONX® LLC, a …

Milwaukee Rehabilitation Hospital Announces New Chief Executive Officer

Bruce Eady, Experienced CEO, Takes the Helm at Milwaukee Rehab Hospital at Greenfield MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bruce Eady brings over three decades of healthcare experience, with two decades as an …

Aptia Group Kicks Off Aptia Serves at Inaugural Aptia Annual Summit with Sensory Bag Activity for Autism Awareness Month

Aptia team members and colleagues participated in a service project for Autism Awareness Month, assembling sensory bags for the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aptia, a specialist in …

CredSpark Convenes Learning & Development (L&D) Leaders to Share Insights on Using AI in Corporate Skills Assessment

Live, Webinar Panel Discussion Including Degreed and Finetune by Prometric to be Held on Wednesday, May 7th at 1 PM ET. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing many …

Orange County Makapo Aquatics Project Receives $50,000 Grant from The Hartford

Company surprises local athlete with custom-fit sports equipment NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orange County Makapo Aquatics Project, a non-profit organization based in Irvine, California, was recently …

4L Data Intelligence Earns Star Performer in Everest Group's 2025 Payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix® Assessment

SAN RAMON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 4L Data Intelligence™, the patented Integr8 AI™-powered healthcare program and payment integrity company, announced its recognition as a Major Contender and Star Performer in the …

TCG Process Announces OCTO: Process Automation Delivered

BAAR, SWITZERLAND, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TCG Process is excited to introduce OCTO, a robust process automation platform that helps organizations of all sizes minimize manual efforts and boost operational efficiency. OCTO has …

Xceedance Partners with FurtherAI to Bring Advanced AI Assistants to Insurance Enterprises

Collaboration will accelerate the adoption of AI-driven automation across underwriting, compliance, and claims workflows BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Xceedance, a global provider of insurance-focused …

The Learning Consultants Receives Accreditation from Autism Commission on Quality (ACQ)

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Autism Commission on Quality (ACQ) has awarded a full two-year accreditation to The Learning Consultants for its applied behavior analysis (ABA) programs in Nevada. This …

Avyana Litigation Funding Strengthens Strategic Model to Expand Access to Justice

VIENNA, AUSTRIA, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal disputes often involve not only complex legal considerations but also significant financial pressure. For many companies, asserting their rights requires substantial resources, with …

Avyana Litigation Funding fortalece su modelo estratégico con nuevos socios expertos en derecho y finanzas

VIENNA, AUSTRIA, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cuando las empresas enfrentan disputas legales, se ven expuestas no solo a riesgos jurídicos, sino también a una presión financiera significativa. Los procesos judiciales suelen implicar altos costos …

Samuel Cione Qualifies for Prestigious Top of the Table MDRT Milestone

Sam Cione recognized among the world’s leading financial professionals with qualification for MDRT’s Top of the Table, the organization’s highest honor. SARASOTA, FL, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samuel Cione of …

Boon-Chapman and Vori Health Partner to Revolutionize Musculoskeletal Care

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boon-Chapman, a leader in claims administration, cost containment, and care navigation, is pleased to announce a transformative partnership with Vori Health, a nationwide physician- …

Advancing Financial Literacy: Georgia Financial Educators Council Launches and Appoints Advisory Board

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Financial Educators Council® is proud to announce the launch of its Georgia chapter, the Georgia Financial Educators Council (GFEC). The GFEC is committed to promoting …