Insurance companies

NAICOM has completed a recapitalisation exercise for 43 insurance companies as part of the Tinubu administration's financial sector transformation agenda to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) will launch offshore China government bond futures for the first time, attracting interest from international asset managers, pension funds, and insurance companies. The 5-year contracts have a size of 500,000 yuan and a low minimum margin requirement of 7,980 yuan.

The Supreme Court criticized insurance companies for using ambiguous and sloppy policy terms to evade liability, emphasizing that policies covering extra-territorial jurisdiction must clearly state such provisions.

Two men from Baton Rouge and Ascension Parish were convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. They were found guilty of scheming to defraud insurance companies.

A court ruling in California allows insurance companies to charge higher auto insurance rates for single adults and widows based on their marital status. The decision removes previous restrictions that prevented insurers from using marital status as a factor in setting rates.

Rep. Thomas Massie criticized President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers for not repealing Obamacare and suggested it could now be called 'Trumpcare'. He accused the party of failing to act despite controlling legislative and executive branches and claimed the system benefits insurance and hospital companies.

A $38 million adult daycare scam was uncovered in Brooklyn, involving Pakistani community leaders who had connections to Democrats. The case has raised questions about potential collusion between politicians and insurance companies in fraudulent activities.

Trump administration officials are exploring a fee-based 'VIP pass' naval escort system to encourage oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, as discussions with insurance companies aim to address coverage gaps for ships navigating the waterway. Over 500 ships remain stalled outside Hormuz due to safety concerns, impacting global oil prices and U.S. political dynamics ahead of November elections.

Experts say removing Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz could take weeks, despite using conventional minesweepers and advanced underwater drones. Insurance, shipping, and oil companies remain hesitant to use the waterway until the operation is completed.

A patient recounts how prior authorization delays from an insurance company nearly caused their death due to untreated liver disease, highlighting systemic issues in healthcare rationing and bureaucratic hurdles. The author criticizes insurance companies for prioritizing profits over patient care and calls for reform in a system that forces physicians and patients to fight for necessary treatments.

Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine, voted for a Democratic amendment to send a $70 billion budget reconciliation package to the Judiciary Committee to investigate insurance companies denying medical care to patients. She broke with Senate Republican leaders on this issue.

UnitedHealthcare is removing prior approval requirements for most pediatric services. This decision is part of insurance companies' efforts to address backlash against prior authorization mandates.

Donald Trump downplays the situation as not a 'war', while insurance companies disagree due to their financial exposure. Many Middle Eastern businesses have insurance against terrorism or sabotage, but fewer have war coverage. This discrepancy may lead to significant financial losses for insurers.

Lawmakers in California and two other states have proposed bills to hold oil companies accountable for climate change-related insurance costs, aiming to offset rising premiums and insurer losses. The bills, which did not pass this session, follow broader efforts to sue fossil fuel producers for climate damages, with some states using attribution science to assign costs.

Home insurance payouts for theft reached a record high at the start of 2026 due to a spike in garage break-ins. The increase in thefts has led to higher payouts for home insurance claims. This trend is expected to continue throughout the year.

Insurance apps offer discounts by collecting user data on driving habits, location, and health/fitness information. Users trade personal data for lower premiums, but concerns arise about privacy risks and the extent of data sharing. Optional programs vary in data collection methods, with location and health data revealing significant personal details.

Congress is working on health care reform in 2026 to redirect funds from insurance companies and hospital systems to patients, supported by Fund The Patient and a recent poll.

Three Republican senators, including Susan Collins, Dan Sullivan, and Josh Hawley, voted with a Democratic amendment to address insurance companies delaying or denying necessary medical care, breaking with Senate GOP leadership. The amendment was sponsored by Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.).

Governor Kathy Hochul faces legislative opposition over her proposal to limit auto accident lawsuits, which aims to reduce insurance costs but is criticized by lawmakers who argue it undermines injured drivers' rights. The state budget delay highlights tensions between Hochul and legislators, with accusations of obstructionism and conflicting interests over campaign donations.

AI technology is being exploited in insurance fraud cases where customers create fake images of non-existent damage to claim payouts. The article highlights extreme examples of deceptive practices leveraging AI-generated content.