In this week's Insurance News Wrap, we discuss the alarming 73% rise in weather-related insurance claims in Australia over the past fiscal year, leading to losses worth $2.19 billion and affecting insurers' profitability. Reacting to these trends, the Insurance Council of Australia urges governmental strategic planning for these threats. They also call for affordable insurance solutions, with insurers encouraged to embrace the AI revolution to increase productivity and streamline decision-making. However, controversial rulings like an incident with Chubb Insurance emphasizes the precision required in policy language. Meanwhile, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is pushing insurers to close critical cyber security gaps, highlighting the need for financial stability and risk management in the digital age.

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