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AFCA Criticises TAL for Unfair Termination of Income Protection Benefits
AFCA Criticises TAL for Unfair Termination of Income Protection Benefits
16 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has recently ruled against TAL, a prominent life insurer, for terminating a policyholder's income protection benefits without prior notice. This decision underscores the critical importance of procedural fairness in the management of insurance claims. - read more
Actuaries Institute Highlights Financial Strain of Mental Illness on Insurance Systems
Actuaries Institute Highlights Financial Strain of Mental Illness on Insurance Systems
16 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
The Actuaries Institute has issued a call for immediate action to address the escalating financial strain that mental illness is placing on Australia's insurance and compensation systems. This appeal underscores the pressing need to ensure the sustainability of the nation's financial safety net in the face of increasing mental health-related claims. - read more
Fitch Ratings Anticipates Continued Premium Increases in Australian Insurance Sector
Fitch Ratings Anticipates Continued Premium Increases in Australian Insurance Sector
16 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Fitch Ratings has projected that Australian insurers will continue to implement premium increases, with gross written premiums expected to grow by mid to high single digits. This forecast is driven by the need to offset rising claims and increased allowances for natural hazards. - read more
Surge in Cyber Insurance Adoption Among Australian Businesses
Surge in Cyber Insurance Adoption Among Australian Businesses
16 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
In the past year, BizCover, a leading small business insurance provider, has reported an almost 50% rise in sales of cyber liability insurance. This significant uptick underscores the escalating awareness and concern among Australian businesses regarding cyber threats. - read more
IAG and Ag Guard Forge Partnership to Elevate Crop Insurance for Australian Farmers
IAG and Ag Guard Forge Partnership to Elevate Crop Insurance for Australian Farmers
14 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
In a significant development for Australia's agricultural sector, Insurance Australia Group (IAG) has announced a strategic partnership with Ag Guard, a specialist rural underwriting agency. This collaboration will see Ag Guard managing the underwriting for IAG-owned CGU and WFI's crop insurance portfolios starting June next year. - read more

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Cyber Insurance Articles

Understanding the Importance of Cyber Insurance in the Digital Age
Understanding the Importance of Cyber Insurance in the Digital Age
As we dive deeper into the digital era, the topic of cyber security becomes increasingly critical. With businesses and individuals relying heavily on digital technologies, the threat of cyber attacks looms larger than ever. This introductory section aims to unpack the concept of cyber insurance as a tool to mitigate these risks. - read more
Cyber Insurance: Safeguarding Your Business Assets and Reputation in the Digital Age
Cyber Insurance: Safeguarding Your Business Assets and Reputation in the Digital Age
Cyber Insurance is a type of insurance policy that protects businesses against internet-based risks and threats. This policy covers damages and losses caused by cyber attacks, such as theft of customer information, network downtime, and damage to reputation. - read more
Protect Your Data: Cyber Security Measures Every Aussie Company Must Implement
Protect Your Data: Cyber Security Measures Every Aussie Company Must Implement
In today’s digital landscape, Australian companies face an increasing threat from cyber criminals. The paramount importance of cybersecurity has never been more evident, with the surge of incidents exposing the vulnerabilities in organizations' digital defenses. As we usher into an era where data breaches and cyber attacks are commonplace, protecting digital assets becomes a crucial part of doing business. - read more
The Essential Guide to Cyber Insurance for Australian Small Businesses
The Essential Guide to Cyber Insurance for Australian Small Businesses
In the digital age, Australian small businesses find themselves navigating a world where online presence isn't just an advantage, it’s a necessity. With this increased online activity comes heightened vulnerability to cyber threats, making the protection of digital assets an urgent priority. - read more
Cyber Insurance 101: What Every Australian Business Owner Needs to Know
Cyber Insurance 101: What Every Australian Business Owner Needs to Know
Cyber insurance, also known as cyber liability insurance, is a type of coverage designed to protect businesses from the financial repercussions of cyber attacks and data breaches. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the need for a safety net to mitigate the impact of such incidents has grown significantly. - read more


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