The Connected Podcast
The Connected Podcast
Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum
Co-curated by Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum, The Connected Podcast is a daily scan of all the happenings in the world of Insurance & InsurTech News.
Wall Street hit by wave of “vishing” hack attempts
The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: Unraveling the Latest in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we dive deep into the flurry of recent developments within the insurance sector, highlighting the rapidly evolving landscape driven by technological advancements and emerging cyber threats. With a notable increase in AI-generated security breaches, prominent hedge funds such as Point72 Asset Managem...
Aug 6
12 min
JPMorgan CEO Dimon leads cross-industry effort to tackle AI risks
The Connected Podcast: Insurance Ecosystem Insights The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we dive deep into the pivotal news and events shaping the insurance industry. This episode unravels a series of discussions centered around transformative developments in the ecosystem, revealing both opportunities and challenges. The episode kicks off wi...
Aug 5
13 min
Arson arrest made over largest of Washington state's wildfires
The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest segment of The Connected Podcast, the focus shifts to pressing news and events unfolding within the insurance ecosystem. Our journey begins with a catastrophic situation in Spokane, Washington, where the city is engulfed in chaos as three major wildfires force the evacuation of over 60,000 residents. With Aaron Farinacci ap...
Aug 4
8 min
Allstate breach claim raises questions about scope of exposure
The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In the recent episode of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centered on significant developments within the insurance ecosystem. The episode kicked off with an investigation into Allstate Corporation following claims of a data breach by the ransomware group ExfilSquad, which alleges access to a substantial volume of sensitive customer and employee data. The authenticity of these claims is ye...
Aug 3
13 min
P&C's Soaring Q2 Results Admist AI Market Correction and Hidden Supply Chain Warnings
In this segment of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centers around critical news and events in the insurance ecosystem. Fitch Ratings has issued a warning about potential risks stemming from the AI boom, particularly the possibility of an AI-related market correction and geopolitical uncertainties, such as the U.S.-Iran conflict. The agency emphasizes the close ties between economic growth and the AI market, suggesting widespread repercussions in case of a significant selloff. Another ...
Jul 30
9 min
US Insurers Rally as Stocks Shift from AI Loser to Safe Haven
In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, the spotlight is on a noteworthy shift in the U.S. insurance sector, as insurance-related stocks surged, pushing the S&P 500 Insurance Industry Index to record highs. This trend is driven by anxiety over artificial intelligence investments impacting tech stocks, leading investors to turn to the insurance sector as a stable alternative. Bloomberg Intelligence’s Matthew Palazola notes that insurers are appealing due to their defensive nature a...
Jul 29
10 min
Introduction of Senator Moody's Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act
The Connected Podcast: Insurance Ecosystem News The Connected Podcast Episode: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. Our discussion kicks off with the unveiling of the Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act by Senator Ashley Moody from Florida. This crucial legislation aims to tackle the rising issue of illegal staged auto accidents, ...
Jul 28
12 min
AI Could Break Insurance's Two-Decade Growth Stalemate
The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the latest dynamic shifts in the insurance ecosystem, focusing on transformative developments and current news. Join us as we explore how these significant changes are shaping the future of the industry. We begin by discussing the Atlantic hurricane season's impact on the insurance industry, particularly how the arrival of El Niño in June has affected hurricane patterns...
Jul 27
10 min
Chubb CEO says AI token costs are minor relative to efficiency gains
The Connected Podcast on Insurance Ecosystem News The Connected Podcast: Inside the Evolving Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the intricacies and burgeoning developments within the insurance ecosystem. This segment kicks off with insights from Chubb Limited's CEO, Evan Greenberg, who sheds light on the financial implications of artificial intelligence (AI) during the company's Q2 2026 earnings call....
Jul 23
13 min
Global Insurance Growth Slows. Strong US Q2 results Roll In
In the latest segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the dynamic changes and challenges within the insurance ecosystem. The Swiss Re Institute projects a notable peak in global premium growth at 3.9% in 2025, tapering to 1.3% by 2026 before a modest rise to 1.6% in 2027. The life insurance sector is expected to maintain a steady growth rate of 2.3%, while non-life insurance faces a more pronounced slowdown with projected growth of just 0.6% in 2026. Rising global inflation and a decl...
Jul 22
10 min
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