Data security

David Sokol resigns from Berkshire after questionable stock transactions revealed.

Fraudsters follow companies in move toward electronic payment forms.

The more than $43 billion cost to the global insurance industry was an increase of more than 60% over the previous year, according to a Swiss Re sigma study.

While industry observers are still assessing the long-term financial impact of the events on Aflac, MetLife and The Hartford, disaster may have been averted on their balance sheets.

IFM 3.2 to score claims from independent testing facilities, provide enhanced summary reports.

Report says an increasing number of insurers are outsourcing management of their general account investments to third party investment managers.

Allianz report highlights catastrophe-prone regions, climate change and the importance of preparedness.

Insurance association questions need for proposed solvency assessment tool as NAIC meets in Texas.

If perception of risk depends on how it’s described, we need to look closely at the descriptions before making risk-based insurance decisions.

Berkshire Chairman’s visit to India coincides with expanded insurance operations on Subcontinent, but says foreign ownership cap will limit further investment.

Economy will be seriously altered after $309 billion in losses, but may be diffused against the country’s global market position.

Michael McRaith weighs in on the status of the Affordable Care Act, and its impact on insurers.

Car manufacturers and consumer electronics giants are working together on a connectivity standard, but seem to be ignoring vehicle and data security.

Due to “underachievement” in certain areas, the head of its P&C arm receives partial payout, while AIG chief Benmosche receives complete bonus.

Insurers release claims estimates in wake of earthquake and tsunami.

Although often an elusive target by SIUs, these cases prove that greed leads to sloppy actions that leave fraudsters open to being caught.

Insurers may openly welcome Obama’s pick for FIO chief, but risks remain in the rule-making process.

Without disclosing the exact scope of the breach, RSA indicated that it is a serious and far-reaching threat.

Appeals Court upholds dismissal of shareholder lawsuit against company directors and executives.

OnStar and other remote services provide many benefits, but also open the door to theft and vandalism.