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Google to Fund Power-Capacity Increases at Two Georgia Nuclear Plants
Alphabet Inc. agreed to fund capacity increases at two nuclear plants operated by a Southern Co. subsidiary that will add about 96 megawatts of new supplies amid a data center-driven jump in electricity demand. Alphabet’s Google will finance so-called uprates …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 4:05 PM |
People: Hotaling’s Dieppa Appointed to Florida Citizens Board of Governors
The managing partner at Hotaling Insurance Services has been named to the Florida Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors for a three-year term. Gabriel “Gabby” Dieppa, based in Miami, was appointed by Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez this summer, …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 3:45 PM |
Citadel’s Miami HQ Construction on Hold After Accident, Report Says
Construction work on Citadel’s new headquarters in Miami has been paused following an accident on the site last week, the Wall Street Journal reported. The collapse of a rig last week prompted county authorities to issue a stop-work order pending …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 3:24 PM |
Signorelli Returns to AIG as CEO, Americas and Global Personal Insurance
American International Group ( AIG) said it hired Sierra Signorelli as CEO, Americas and Global Personal Insurance, effective January 1, 2027. In this new role, Signorelli will oversee AIG’s North America, Latin America & Caribbean commercial insurance businesses as well …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 2:42 PM |
Northeast Braces for Strong Storm Forecast to Hit on Friday
The Northeast, possibly including New York City, is expected to get hit with flooding rain and high winds from a powerful storm system that’s set to take shape off the East Coast on Friday. Computer forecasts disagree on the storm’s …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 2:03 PM |
Jamieson Named President of Ryan Specialty’s SSRU as Stewart Steps Down
Ryan Specialty, the Chicago-based insurance group, announced that Heather M. Jamieson has been appointed president of Stewart Specialty Risk Underwriting (SSRU), effective immediately, in a planned leadership transition. Toronto-based SSRU provides specialty coverage for large account, high hazard property and …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 1:25 PM |
AI Insurer MGT Expands Its Small Commercial Coverage to California
MGT, a company that calls itself an “AI-native neo-insurer,” is expanding to California to offer small business coverage. The company says its underwriting model allows it to evaluate risk at a fraction of the traditional cost while giving it a …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 1:15 PM |
Minnesota Man Indicted for Shooting a Firefighting Aircraft
A Minnesota man was indicted by a grand jury for shooting and damaging a firefighting aircraft that was fighting a forest fire. Daniel Christian Pettit, 48, of Portage Township, Minnesota, was indicted by a grand jury for one count of …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 12:44 PM |
Tech Update: Marsh Launches AI-Powered Platform to Cut Placement Times in London
Insurance broker Marsh announced the launch of an AI-powered platform designed to improve Marsh brokers’ operational efficiency and reduce placement times for clients in the London insurance market. Called “Broker WorkBench,” the platform combines streamlined workflows with intelligent data processing …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 12:37 PM |
From Smart Glasses to AI Pins, Privacy Fears Challenge Tech’s Next Big Bet
Companies betting AI devices will usher in a post-smartphone era are fueling privacy fears around the globe that could slow adoption of the emerging technology. The backlash against devices that can see, hear and respond to the world around them …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 12:35 PM |
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AI Insurer MGT Expands Its Small Commercial Coverage to California
MGT, a company that calls itself an “AI-native neo-insurer,” is expanding to California to offer small business coverage. The company says its underwriting model allows it to evaluate risk at a fraction of the traditional cost while giving it a …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 1:15 PM |
California Clears Sales of Higher-Ethanol Fuel to Lower Gasoline Costs
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation allowing the immediate sale of a higher-ethanol fuel blend in the state, as it seeks to rein in skyrocketing costs at the pump in the country’s largest auto market. The signing of Senate Bill …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 5:00 AM |
Tesla Faces Major Trial in California for Alleged Bias Against Black Workers
A California agency’s lawsuit accusing Tesla of allowing rampant race discrimination at its flagship assembly plant is set to go to trial on Monday, one of a series of similar lawsuits being faced by the electric vehicle maker. Lawyers for …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 1:48 PM |
Screwworm Reappears in New Mexico Ahead of Port Reopening
The New World screwworm resurfaced in New Mexico just as a major gateway for Mexican cattle imports is poised to open in the state. The parasite, which infests the wounds of livestock, was confirmed Thursday in a horse in New …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 5:00 AM |
California Governor Issues Executive Order to Implement AI Guardrails
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on Friday pushing to implement guardrails on artificial intelligence in the state that’s the epicenter of the technology’s boom. Newsom is ordering a working group to provide a guide in two months …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 5:00 AM |
Heat Sears Central US This Weekend as Hawaii on Flood Watch
Heat will continue to sear the Great Plains and central Mississippi Valley this weekend, as well as pushing into Texas, Oklahoma and even the eastern US, prompting the nation’s largest grid operator to call on customers to conserve energy. Dallas …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 3:41 PM |
Driver Arrested in Bus Collision Occurring Before Deadly News Chopper Crash in LA
A motorist was arrested on murder charges after authorities say she slammed her SUV into a city bus in Los Angeles, killing at least two people and injuring six others in a prelude to a second deadly tragedy: the fiery …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 1:55 PM |
Hawai’i Employers’ Mutual Giving $5M Divided to Policyholders
Hawai’i Employers’ Mutual Insurance Company Inc. is returning $5 million to qualifying policyholders this year, a move that the workers’ compensation insurer said marks the 20th consecutive annual dividend declared by its board. This payout also matches the largest dividend …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 5:00 AM |
People Moves: Burns & Wilcox Promotes Carvalho to Regional Vice President
Burns & Wilcox promoted Tom Carvalho to regional vice president. The promotion is effective Oct. 1. Carvalho will oversee Burns & Wilcox operations in Portland, Oregon; Seattle, Washington; and San Francisco, Sacramento and Fresno, California. He will report to Rich …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 5:00 AM |
California Insurance Commissioner Proposes End to Marital Status Use in Auto Rates
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is proposing changing regulations to prohibit insurance companies from using a driver’s marital status as an optional factor when setting private passenger automobile insurance rates. Related: California Governor Signs Act to Create Smoke Damage Presumption …
POSTED SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 5:00 AM |
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