Brokerage stocks are the latest corner of the market getting slammed by AI disruption fears
After AI battered the software sector last week, a new tax-planning tool from Altruist sparked fresh fears of disruption in financials. more…
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The market's AI apocalypse is flaring again as software and memory stocks tank
The S&P 500 was heading for its third-straight day of losses as investors hastened their rotation out of tech stocks on Thursday. more…
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
CBS News
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums. more…
A dual front in healthcare: New rules target fraud and expand choice
Naturalnews.com
New federal regulations aim to combat fraud and expand consumer choice in Affordable Care Act marketplaces. Proposed rules strengthen eligibility verification to prevent improper subsidy payments. Misleading marketing practices by insurance agents and brokers… more…
EXCLUSIVE: GOP Senators Demand DOJ Claw Back Taxpayer Dollars Lost To Obamacare Fraud
The Daily Caller
Senate Republicans are urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to recover millions in fraudulent Obamacare subsidy payments made during the Biden administration. more…
Wall Street’s New Trade Is Dumping Stocks in AI’s Crosshairs
Yahoo Entertainment
On Wall Street, rising fears about artificial intelligence keep pummeling shares of companies at risk of being caught on the wrong side of it all, from small... more…
From software to real estate, US sectors under the grip of AI scare trade
CNA
Feb 13 : Wall Street is in the grip of disruption worries from AI. It first started with investors dumping shares of software companies but soon spread to sectors seen as vulnerable to automation, driving sharp losses in U.S. stocks this week.The AI scare tra… more…
Analysis:For stock market, AI turns from lifting all boats to sinking ships
CNA
NEW YORK, Feb 12 : Investors are discovering that the artificial intelligence landscape is not just fertile ground for stocks - it is also a minefield.Enthusiasm about AI's profitability has fueled the U.S. bull market, with stock gains for technology compani… more…
Insurance Broker Stocks Sink as AI App Sparks Disruption Fears
Insurance Journal
US insurance broker stocks were pummeled Monday as the launch of an artificial intelligence tool from privately held online insurance shopping platform Insurify sparked fears about the industry facing disruption. The S&P 500 Insurance index closed down 3.9%, … more…
Florida’s Commercial Clearinghouse Bill Stirring Up Concerns for Brokers, Regulators
Insurance Journal
A bill moving steadily through the Florida Legislature has suddenly ignited a storm of controversy, with some insurance agents and brokers worried it could benefit one large brokerage while costing others fees and flexibility on takeouts of Citizens Property … more…
Navigating MiCA: A Practical Compliance Guide for European CASPs
HackRead
MiCA creates a single EU crypto rulebook, replacing national regimes with unified licensing, capital, and compliance rules for all CASPs. more…
RBI’s proposed norms on sales of financial products may have fee income implications for banks
BusinessLine
Fear of mis-selling will entail not just refunding amounts taken from the customer, but also shelling out compensation could keep the enthusiasm of banks to push third-party products such as insurance, mutual funds and pension under check more…
US Stocks | From software to real estate, U.S. sectors under the grip of AI scare trade
The Times of India
Wall Street is in the grip of disruption worries from AI. It first started with investors dumping shares of software companies but soon spread to sectors seen as vulnerable to automation, driving sharp losses in U.S. stocks this week. more…
US wealth manager stocks sink as traders flee next AI casualty
The Times of India
Wealth management stocks in US experienced a sharp decline Tuesday following the introduction of an AI tool designed for tax strategies. Investors are concerned about the potential impact of automated advice on the industry, mirroring recent selloffs in softw… more…
US stock market | Wall Street’s new trade is dumping any stock in AI’s crosshairs
The Times of India
Wall Street is experiencing a sell-off in companies perceived to be at risk from AI advancements. Recent product launches, like Altruist's tax-strategy tool, have triggered significant stock declines in wealth management and other sectors. Investors are now p… more…
AI angst in US stocks sends global money chasing Asia’s winners
The Times of India
Asian stocks are outperforming US markets as fears of AI-driven business disruption hit American tech firms. Investors are shifting towards Asian chipmakers, crucial hardware suppliers for AI, like Samsung and TSMC. This focus on infrastructure, rather than s… more…
US Stocks Today | AI fears hit US wealth managers: Why stocks sank and what’s next
Economictimes.com
US wealth management and brokerage stocks sold off sharply after an AI-driven tax-planning tool raised fears that automation could disrupt advisory revenues. Investors worried about fee pressure and weakened business moats, though analysts argue established f… more…
Westland Insurance releases 2025 Community Impact Report
Report notes more than 3,400 employee volunteer hours, 280 initiatives supported and over $700,000 donated across Canada Report notes more than 3,400 employee volunteer hours, 280 initiatives supported and over $700,000 donated across Canada more…
Insurance Brokerage Industry Report 2026 - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts 2025-2031
The insurance brokerage market is expanding due to rising demand for cyber and catastrophe-related solutions, and digital innovation. Shifts towards excess-and-surplus lines, fee-based models, and heightened InsurTech partnerships offer growth avenues. Asia-P… more…
Westland Insurance releases 2025 Community Impact Report
Financial PostReport notes more than 3,400 employee volunteer hours, 280 initiatives supported and over $700,000 donated across Canada Surrey, BC/Territories of the Coast Salish (Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen First Nations), Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westl… more…
SiriusPoint announces IMG’s acquisition of global travel insurance and lifestyle brand World Nomads
HAMILTON, Bermuda, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SiriusPoint Ltd. (“SiriusPoint” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SPNT), a global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has today announced that International Medical Group (“IMG”), a leader in global insurance benefits … more…
Revau Advanced Underwriting Announces Acquisition of Triad Oilfield Underwriters, Expanding Specialty Capabilities in U.S. Oil & Gas and Marine Risks
Houston-based MGA and wholesale platform strengthens Revau’s U.S. footprint, marking Revau’s 3rd MGA acquisition in the country Houston-based MGA and wholesale platform strengthens Revau’s U.S. footprint, marking Revau’s 3rd MGA acquisition in the country more…
Real estate services stocks latest domino in ‘AI scare trade’
Financial Post
Real estate services stocks sank as investors assessed company vulnerabilities to the newest crop of artificial intelligence tools. Read on more…
Verisk Names Steven Kauderer President of Claims Solutions
JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry, today announced that Steven Kauderer has been named president of its Claims Solutions busin… more…
Admiral Group acquires Flock to drive innovation in commercial motor market
12 February 2026 Admiral Group acquires Flock to drive innovation in commercial motor market Admiral Group today announces that it has reached an... more…
Critical Illness Insurance Market to Reach USD 659.84 Billion by 2033, Growing at 9.01% CAGR – SNS Insider
Rising Disease Prevalence, Escalating Healthcare Costs, and Digital Distribution Channels Accelerate Global Adoption of Critical Illness Coverage. Rising Disease Prevalence, Escalating Healthcare Costs, and Digital Distribution Channels Accelerate Global Adop… more…
Verisk Names Steven Kauderer President of Claims Solutions
Financial Post
JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry, today announced that Steven Kauderer has been named president of its Claims Solutions busine… more…
Electric Vehicle Market to Reach US$ 72.79 Trillion by 2050 as Power Brokers, Industrial Engines, and Consumer Adoption Reshape Global Mobility | Astute Analytica
Electric vehicles surge ahead with scaled battery production, streamlined manufacturing, robust infrastructure, regulatory momentum, and diverse consumer models driving mass adoption and fleet transitions worldwide. Electric vehicles surge ahead with scaled b… more…
21shares Announces Distributions on TSOL
NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 21shares , one of the world’s largest issuers of cryptocurrency exchange traded products (ETPs), today announced the following distribution for the 21shares Solana ETF (TSOL) for staking rewards earned from its SOL… more…
Upstox looks beyond broking as regulator tames retail mania
Livemint
Upstox, backed by Tiger Global, is diversifying by applying for NBFC and asset management licenses amidst regulatory challenges. Despite a stagnant FY25, the company anticipates profit doubling in FY26, focusing on high-value traders and expanding into new re… more…
The secret to AI job security? Stop stressing and pivot at work now - here's how
ZDNet
Professionals are fearful about how AI is reshaping their work. Here's how to feel more comfortable in a fast-changing workplace. more…
From software to trucking, here are all the stock sectors that have been gripped by AI panic
A company that used to make karaoke machines is the latest source of AI-induced panic, adding to woes in real estate and wealth management shares. more…
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 208 pts higher at 84,273; Nifty up 67 pts at 25,935
BusinessLine
Stock Market Today | Stock Market Updates - Find here all the updates related to Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE, share prices and Indian stock markets for 10th February 2026. more…
What triggered US stock market crash today: Wall Street plunges as $1.2 trillion AI “scare trade” slams logistics and software stocks - Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq each fall over 1%
The Times of India
US stock market crashes today due to a growing $1.2 trillion AI “scare trade” that hit logistics and software stocks hard. The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq each fell more than 1%. Investors are dumping Nvidia, Apple, and Amazon stocks. New data shows AI could repl… more…
Five Scenarios for Iran and What They Would Mean for Oil Markets
OilPrice.com
To help navigate the uncertainty, we have framed five possible scenarios, detailed below, that outline plausible pathways, from diplomatic normalization to severe destabilization, and assess their consequences for geopolitics and global oil markets. Only a we… more…
AI scare trade sweeps US markets from software to real estate
BusinessLine
AI disruption fears wipe out trillions in US stocks as software, finance, insurance and logistics sectors tumble on automation concerns. more…
Obamacare Sign-Ups Drop, but the Extent Won’t Be Clear for Months
Kffhealthnews.org
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won’t be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or haven't paid — their new, often much higher, premiums. more…
It’s the turn of insurance brokers to get hammered by AI disruption fears
The Straits Times
Launch of an AI tool by Insurify sparked fears about the industry facing disruption.. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. more…
Singapore investors pile on technology & AI stocks
The Straits Times
Singapore retail investors continue to back technology and AI stocks despite bubble warnings, with a focus on companies demonstrating clear revenue from AI. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. more…
Economic Digest: Nepal’s Business News in a Snap
Khabarhub.com
KATHMANDU: Economic Digest offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of significant business happenings in Nepal, presented in easily digestible summaries. Nepal’s economic landscape reflects a mix of cautious optimism and structural challenges. The stock m… more…
NEPSE rebounds to end week at 2,671.07
Khabarhub.com
KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index halted its declining trend on Thursday, posting a gain of nearly nine points after continuous losses since the start of the week. The benchmark index, which had dropped by 10.24 points on Sunday, 26.05 on Mond… more…
Economic Digest: Nepal’s Business News in a Snap
Khabarhub.com
KATHMANDU: Economic Digest offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of significant business happenings in Nepal, presented in easily digestible summaries. Nepal’s economic landscape reflects a mix of financial caution, structural weaknesses, and reform eff… more…
Economic Digest: Nepal’s Business News in a Snap
Khabarhub.com
KATHMANDU: Economic Digest offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of significant business happenings in Nepal, presented in easily digestible summaries. Nepal’s economic and development landscape shows a mix of cautious market trends, robust remittances,… more…