European organisations lag global benchmarks on AI-specific security controls, according to research published this week.

A specification designed to accelerate the global transition to clean energy and support emissions reduction efforts worldwide has been published by BSI.

Global cooperation has remained broadly stable in recent years despite intensifying geopolitical headwinds, but continues to fall short of what is needed to address major economic, security and environmental challenges, according to research from the World Economic Forum.

The International Underwriting Association has unveiled its 2026 Business Plan, highlighting new initiatives for underwriting, claims and emerging risks. The trade body will launch two councils this year to provide members with senior-level forums on industry developments. One will bring together chief underwriting officers, while the second will adopt a multi-discipline approach to emerging risk challenges.

Manny Padilla has been named president of RIMS for the 2026 term, becoming the Society’s 70th president and its first of Hispanic descent. Padilla is vice-president, risk management and insurance at MacAndrews and Forbes, a holding company with interests across cosmetics, film and digital entertainment, casino gaming and lottery systems, banking services, print media, military equipment, mining and biotechnology

Sean McGovern has become the new chair of the Lloyd’s Market Association.