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Fintech 21 Nov, 2024

Open banking: What it means for US fintechs

In the US, the CFPB’s new PFDR rule aims to revolutionize data control in a move toward open banking. But while fintech opportunities are vast, the...

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Technology 12 Nov, 2024

Greentech guide: Top exposures and risk appetite

As greentech rapidly expands, insurance is evolving to address key risks in the sector. Discover how our risk appetite is adapting to meet these ne...

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Carbon 7 Nov, 2024

Reducing risk in carbon markets

If carbon insurance is to be an effective risk transfer mechanism for investors in carbon credits, then those risks must be assessed and managed ac...

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People 29 Oct, 2024

Meet the expert: Margaret Murphy, Claims Director

The claims service can go under the radar, but is in fact a vital part of the insurance value proposition. In this Meet the expert, Margaret Murphy...

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Intellectual property

Intellectual property 28 Oct, 2024

IP insurance guide

As technology has revolutionized nearly every industry, and consumers are presented with more choice than ever before, IP has become one of the mos...

Guide

Carbon 24 Oct, 2024

CFC partners with BACX and Lockton to launch first exchange-traded carbon credit transactions in Latin America
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Cyber 22 Oct, 2024

Spooky business: Recent risks Halloween edition

Businesses face all manners of unusual risks—and all need protection from the unexpected. Here are some of the stranger risks we’ve covered recentl...

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Carbon 14 Oct, 2024

An introduction to carbon insurance

Join us for an introduction to the carbon market and the important role insurance has to play.

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Cyber 10 Oct, 2024

AI deepfakes might not be real. But the threat is genuine

AI-generated fake videos have quickly emerged as a top cyber threat, as cybercriminals look to take advantage of advancing technology in their crim...

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Technology 8 Oct, 2024

Greentech’s rapid rise, and the risks we can’t overlook

The greentech sector is experiencing rapid innovation and growth, as businesses look for sustainable solutions in the fight against climate change....

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Carbon 25 Sept, 2024

What is carbon insurance, and why does it matter?

Demand for carbon insurance is on the rise, driven by increasing environmental challenges and complex regulatory pressures. But what do you need to...

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Climate transition 17 Sept, 2024

CFC unlocks climate finance opportunities for Standard Chartered Bank

First ever insurance policy designed to cover commercial loans to a carbon credit project

News

Technology 21 Aug, 2024

The latest from our technology, media and IP teams

We’re a busy bunch at CFC so we wanted to share the latest and greatest news from your favourite tech, media and IP teams!

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Intellectual property 25 Jul, 2024

IP insurance: 5 reasons cover is vital

Navigating intellectual property (IP) risk is part and parcel of today’s business world—fortunately, IP insurance has evolved to provide vital cove...

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Carbon 22 Jul, 2024

The role of insurance in the carbon market

Hear from George Beattie, Head of Innovation at CFC and Ian Meadows, Carbon Market Expert.

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Media & entertainment 3 Jul, 2024

Media & entertainment: Conversation starters

In the creative industries, the need for insurance is greater than ever. But it’s not top of mind for everyone. Use these questions to get the conv...

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Technology 28 Jun, 2024

Hearts on the line: Lessons from the Ashley Madison affair

A new Netflix series has revived one of the most controversial cyber attacks in history, serving as a stark reminder of the data privacy issues fac...

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Technology 25 Jun, 2024

Tech transformation: 4 innovations powering frictionless trading at CFC

CFC stands at the leading edge of technology innovation in insurance, empowering our brokers to do more in less time. Here are four innovations ava...

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