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Shoppers for income streams, banks and insurers are squaring up in Nairobi as the Kenya Bankers Association asks the High Court to suspend an Insurance Regulatory Authority circular that clamps down on bancassurance fee structures , a move that matters for ban
The High Court in London hears a €580 million insurance dispute linked to the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, focusing on whether damage caused in a conflict zone qualifies for coverage. Hearings have begun at the High Court in London over insurance cla
Spot a problem early: owners and small-business operators are increasingly finding insurers stepping back from the “duty to defend,” and knowing what to do , from spotting ghosting to suing for bad faith , can save your savings, home and peace of mind. Essenti
France is now the focal point of a surge in violent attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders, with kidnappings and extortion linked to organised crime causing national security concerns and prompting calls for enhanced personal protections. French authorities
HR leaders must navigate emerging EU AI laws and implement controls to prevent bias, bias, opacity, and legal exposure as AI becomes central to workforce decisions. AI is already embedded in recruitment, performance management and workforce analytics, and HR l
Watchful policyholders are pushing back: the Ninth Circuit’s recent unpublished opinion says insurers can’t blanket-deny defence where some claims are conceivably covered, a practical shift that matters for schools, universities and employers facing mixed sexu
A Suffolk County judge has ruled that Integon National Insurance is not liable for claims from eight 2023 crashes, which were found to be deliberately staged as part of organised fraud, highlighting the ongoing battle against staged accidents affecting policyh
Moody’s Ratings is consulting on the potential for pooled ILS structures to expand investment opportunities and tailor catastrophe risk exposure, signalling a possible shift in the market landscape. Moody’s Ratings has opened a consultation on whether pooled s
An internal memo at Plateau State Specialist Hospital in Jos has revealed fears of a kidnapping plot targeting medical staff, prompting mixed responses that highlight the growing insecurity faced by healthcare workers in Nigeria’s volatile regions. The Plateau
A London man has received a prison sentence after being convicted of his involvement in the brutal kidnapping and ransom attempt of a Stockton resident, an incident marked by deception and violence at a caravan site. A London man has been jailed for his part i
The final suspect in Ledger co-founder David Balland's kidnapping has been arrested in Spain, ending a lengthy international manhunt linked to a violent ransom plot targeting cryptocurrency assets. Spanish police have arrested the last remaining suspect in the
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT reveals a complex pattern of illicit fund transfers involving a Russian OTC broker exploiting multiple networks to launder over $4.7 million in ransomware proceeds, highlighting increasing reliance on cross-chain infrastructure
A dramatic rescue operation in Parañaque City ends with four suspects and a police officer wounded, highlighting the escalating violence in the Philippines' fight against kidnapping crimes. A kidnapping rescue operation in Parañaque City ended in gunfire on We
Detectives in Malindi have rescued a 17-year-old girl following a kidnapping linked to a ransom demand, with investigations revealing a complex case that prompted swift action by authorities. Detectives in Malindi have rescued a 17-year-old girl after a report
A mother and her son have been freed after a 20-hour ordeal linked to a wave of violent crypto-related abductions in France, highlighting growing criminal extremity targeting digital assets. A mother and her ten-year-old son have been freed after being held fo
Over 17 residents remain in captivity in Kaduna's Kauru local government, despite paid ransoms exceeding N300 million, highlighting the deepening crisis in Nigeria’s rural communities amid ongoing violence. More than 17 kidnapped residents from Kauru local gov
Relm Insurance introduces a bespoke kidnap and ransom policy targeting executives in the cryptocurrency and cannabis sectors, addressing growing physical and online threats with crisis support and risk mitigation tools. Relm Insurance has introduced a kidnap a
Four college students in Bengaluru are accused of abducting a classmate and demanding ransom to finance their extravagant lifestyle, a case swiftly resolved by police within hours amidst questions over their motives and previous activities. Four college studen
A 17-year-old girl abducted from her home in Malindi has been rescued following a swift police operation that uncovered a ransom demand and led to the arrest of the suspect, amid ongoing concerns over child trafficking in Kenya's coast region. A 17-year-old gi
A University of Jos student has been kidnapped along the Jos–Kaduna corridor, with a disturbing video circulating online showing his distress as kidnappers demand a 30 million naira ransom, intensifying fears over rising insecurity in northern Nigeria. A distu
Amnesty International reports a surge in kidnappings in northern Nigeria, with over 1,100 abductions between January and April 2026, amid calls for stronger government action on violence and its impact on communities and education. Amnesty International says n
A new video circulated by Kataeb Hezbollah reveals a forced confession from American journalist Shelly Kittleson, highlighting escalating tensions and the risky environment for media workers amid Iraq's proxy conflicts. A video circulated by Kataeb Hezbollah h
Police in Bhubaneswar have rescued a man and apprehended four suspects involved in a kidnapping-for-ransom linked to a financial dispute, highlighting the city’s ongoing fight against organised crime. Police in Bhubaneswar have broken up a kidnapping-for-ranso
A joint police and military operation in Delta State resulted in the death of suspected kidnapper gunmen, the recovery of ransom money, and the rescue of two women, highlighting an aggressive crackdown on violent crime. Delta State police say a crackdown on ki
A 12-year-old girl from North Carolina was rescued in Ohio following a crash involving a registered sex offender, revealing a broader interstate kidnapping attempt police are now investigating. A 12-year-old girl from North Carolina was recovered in Ohio after
A jury in Blount County has found Johnny Chandler guilty of heinous crimes against a 10-year-old girl, including kidnapping and sexual assault, after she was discovered hidden in a concealed space inside a Warrior home, an case that has shocked the region and
Delta State police, in collaboration with military forces, killed two suspected kidnappers and rescued two women during a fierce gun battle in Ubulu-Uku, recovering weapons and cash amid ongoing anti-kidnapping campaigns. Delta State police say two suspected k
A faction of Boko Haram has released footage of 416 abducted civilians, including women and children, prompting renewed calls for immediate action from Nigerian leaders and the international community to secure their release. A faction of Boko Haram has releas
Families of 176 abducted residents in Woro, Kwara State, face a last chance to secure their loved ones’ freedom amid escalating ransom demands and delays in negotiations, exposing the worsening insecurity in north-central Nigeria. Families of 176 people abduct
The United States has heightened security warnings in Nigeria, evacuating non-essential staff from Abuja and raising alerts across multiple states due to increased terrorism, kidnapping, and civil unrest. The United States has escalated its warning over securi
Shelly Kittleson, an American journalist held in Baghdad for days, has been released following complex back-channel negotiations involving Iraq's militia groups and government officials. American journalist Shelly Kittleson was freed in Baghdad on Tuesday afte
Canadian regulators are increasingly focused on the sale of unlicensed embedded insurance products, as the sector faces evolving challenges with artificial intelligence and non-traditional distribution channels prompting tighter oversight and new licensing reg
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released in Baghdad after over a week in captivity, following complex negotiations with the Iran-backed Iraqi militia, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region and the group's retaliatory stance. American journa
A new form of transaction insurance, regulatory termination fee (RTF) insurance, is emerging in North America, potentially changing how buyers and sellers navigate regulatory approvals and associated risks in mergers and acquisitions. A newer form of transacti
A Nairobi lawyer has petitioned the High Court against the Insurance Regulatory Authority's move to take control of three insurers, arguing that it unlawfully invalidated existing policy coverage, exposing policyholders to unnecessary risks and costs. A Nairob