Posts tagged as "Business"
The European Commission has officially published its long-awaited Guidelines under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) on January 9, 2026, providing detailed clarity on how it will identify and address distortions caused by non-EU government support to companies operating in the European single market. Led by Executive Vice-President for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy Stéphane Séjourné, the […]
In a major boost to U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure, OpenAI and SoftBank Group have jointly invested $1 billion in SB Energy, a leading developer of renewable energy and data center projects backed by SoftBank and Ares Management. This strategic equity funding, split evenly with $500 million from each partner, accelerates the construction of massive AI-optimized […]
In a transformative step for Saudi Arabia’s financial landscape, the Capital Market Authority (CMA) has officially opened the Kingdom’s capital market—including the flagship Tadawul Main Market—to investors from around the world starting February 1, 2026. This landmark decision removes longstanding barriers, allowing direct participation by all categories of foreign investors without prior qualification hurdles. The […]
As we step into 2026, the fusion of vast data volumes and advanced artificial intelligence stands as the bedrock of intelligent, forward-thinking strategies in the insurance sector. From optimizing premium funding to boosting long-term customer loyalty, these technologies are redefining how businesses operate. At the forefront of this evolution is Close Brothers Premium Finance, which […]
The ransomware explosion around 2020 didn’t just flood insurers with claims; it fundamentally transformed cyber insurance from a niche, low-cost add-on into a boardroom priority. As Matthew Danielak, Head of Broking for FINEX Cyber/E&O North America at Willis (a WTW business), explains, early pricing was “very, very cheap,” often treated as a minor line item. […]
In the wake of the January 3, 2026, U.S. special forces operation that led to the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump has aggressively promoted a vision of rapid, large-scale American investment in Venezuela’s oil industry. Speaking at Mar-a-Lago on January 3, Trump declared that very large United States oil companies, the […]
As humans, we’re wired to crave more—whether it’s wealth, connections, or success. In the realm of investing, this translates to chasing higher returns, especially after a stellar market performance. With the S&P 500 delivering a solid 17.88% total return in 2025, pushing its three-year cumulative gain to an impressive 86.11%, it’s no surprise that investors […]
In a dramatic escalation of U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump has confirmed that the recent military operation in Venezuela, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, is heavily motivated by the country’s vast oil reserves — the largest proven in the world. Trump openly stated that American oil companies will invest billions […]
The cyber insurance market is undergoing a strategic recalibration in 2025, rather than unchecked explosive growth. While it remains one of the fastest-evolving segments in insurance — with global gross written premiums projected around $15–16.3 billion according to leading reinsurers like Munich Re and Swiss Re — the sector faces maturing dynamics, including rate softening, […]
South African businesses are increasingly at risk of cyber-insurance claim denials or partial rejections due to gaps between declared security measures and actual implementation. This trend reflects a broader global shift where insurers rigorously scrutinize cybersecurity maturity during forensic investigations following incidents. According to the Sophos Cyber Insurance and Cyber Defences 2024 report — based […]
In 2026, Chief Information Officers (CIOs) across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region — Australia, Singapore, India, and New Zealand — are moving from rapid experimentation to disciplined, high-value technology investments. Following accelerated cloud adoption, hybrid infrastructure expansion, and generative AI pilots in 2024–2025, the emphasis now lies on proving return on investment (ROI), controlling operational complexity, […]
For the typical tech startup founder, the journey from seed round to Series B is filled with exhilarating wins: product launches, customer logos, ARR milestones. But there’s one quiet, expensive landmine that trips up even the most promising companies — and it lives inside the insurance section of enterprise Master Service Agreements (MSAs). Joseph Cook, […]