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The industry vertical is bucking a trend in the cyber market overall, which remains soft.

The temporary deal would remain in effect through a trial on the merits.

Private capital-backed buyers accounted for 605 of 854 deals last year.

The executive’s departure comes amid a wave of cyber reshuffling in the industry.

Guy Carp has been rebuilding its marine and energy team after a major Willis Re team lift.

The MGA is looking to drive its commercial strategy across the globe.

Reserves will join rate softening, margin pressure, as key topics in Q4 discussions.

It is understood that the MGA will use AI to try to identify claims patterns and litigation outcomes.

The unit will be part of ICW Specialty, which launched in June 2025.

Patent and copyright infringement were the top AI-related legal claims.

The carrier has also promoted Jamie Pedro to head of specialty re, Bermuda.

The biggest riser in this year’s Allianz Risk Barometer was AI.

The multi-line program seeks to support investors, developers and operators involved in the AI boom.

The decision follows a string of recent moves – including M&A and new entrants – that have changed the TL vertical.

Upon closing, the unit will be renamed First Product Protection.

The facility is backed by a consortium including Arch, Munich Re Specialty and Scor.

The sale will see a transfer of renewal rights and the product recall team.

The medical care index increased 3.5% over the past 12 months.

Risk and commission conflicts in quota share agreements push deals further from either party’s interests.

Preeti Gureja has held senior roles at Chubb and AIG.

The MGA platform has launched more than 20 new vehicles since 2021.

The appointments will grow Augment’s programmes operation.

The lawsuit is the latest in a string of cases against Howden by rival brokers.

Markel said Paul Melone will oversee Botticelli's responsibilities in the interim.