Fri, 12th Sep 2025

12/09/2025

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Financial Services Online podcast, the increasing importance of cyber insurance in the face of rising digital vulnerabilities is discussed. Businesses are urged to not only secure cyber insurance policies but also train employees and implement strict internal measures to safeguard against cyber threats. Highlighting wider market trends, global property and casualty insurance premiums are projected to rise in tandem with the GDP, partly due to increasing natural catastrophe losses. The potential market value is expected to reach $US4.3 trillion by 2040, pointing to the importance of innovation, pricing efficiency, and risk management. Issues related to flood insurance claims in New South Wales and a recent case shedding light on balancing fraud vigilance with fair treatment of policyholders are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of communication.