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5 Predictions for the Insurance Industry in 2026

From artificial intelligence (AI)-driven operational shifts and dynamic climate modeling to heightened cyber and privacy risks, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of transformation for the insurance industry.

Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in September

September highlighted the impact of nuclear and thermonuclear verdicts on the commercial auto market, signs of improvement in the property & casualty industry, and the Big “I” welcoming Angela Ripley as the new chair.

Applied Systems Acquires Cytora

The acquisition of Cytora, a U.K.-based digital risk processing company, will allow Applied to accelerate its vision of delivering a connected end-to-end policy lifecycle.

1 in 3 Independent Agency Employees Use AI

Despite artificial intelligence (AI) becoming increasingly integrated into independent insurance agencies, only 12% of agencies have a well-defined usage policy, according to Liberty Mutual.

1 in 3 Agencies Plan to Implement AI in Next 5 Years

In general, attitudes around implementing artificial intelligence (AI) are mixed, with 64% of principals interested in how AI can improve their business, says a Safeco and Liberty Mutual study.

Applied Acquires AI InsurTech Company Planck

By leveraging Planck’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools, Applied seeks to significantly expand its AI capabilities into areas including marketing, underwriting and renewals.