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Cyber, Data and Technology Bulletin – Issue 14

By: Kieran Doyle, Nicole Gabryk, Lana Remedi, Stephen Morrissey, Christy Mellifont, Joseph Fitzgerald, Ian Johnston, Sorawat Wongkaweepairot and Pippa Austin. Issue 14 of our Cyber, Data and Technology Bulletin is out now, covering major developments for insurers, brokers and customers across APAC. In Australia, we unpack the latest OAIC Notifiable Data Breach statistics, new enforcement action […]

By : Joshua Weiler Feb 3, 2026 Comments Off

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Federal or State? Understanding the Powers and Limits of Royal Commissions

By: Georgie Austin, Clare McNamara and Zoe Jones At a glance On 8 January 2026, the Governor-General issued draft Letters Patent establishing a Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. The Commission has been tasked with addressing issues set out in its Terms of Reference, which are wide-ranging and encompass not only the terror event itself, […]

By : Joshua Weiler Jan 22, 2026 Comments Off

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Climate litigation in Australia: History, developments and strategic trends

By: Amanda Beattie, James Clohesy and Zoe Jones At a glance This is the second article in our series examining climate change litigation and forecasting emerging trends in the Australian market. Our first article surveyed the global litigation landscape and identified key themes that will shape future disputes. This article turns to Australia, outlining the […]

By : Joshua Weiler Dec 11, 2025 Comments Off

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Mapping the current international climate change landscape

By: Amanda Beattie and Zoe Jones At a glance According to the Grantham Research Institute’s recent Global Trends in Climate Change Litigation: 2025 Snapshot report, in 2024 Australia was second only to the United States in terms of the number of claims made relating to climate. Litigation is inevitably a driver of climate action and […]

By : Joshua Weiler Nov 7, 2025 Comments Off

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Microplastics: Tiny particles, big risks

By: Catherine Hing and Cassandra Wills At a glance Omnipresent exposure across multiple industries: Microplastics emanate from manufacturing, construction, automotive, textile, cosmetic and other sectors, with scientific studies confirming their presence in the human body and organs, potentially linking them to respiratory disorders, neurological symptoms and other health issues. Early litigation has focused on misleading […]

By : Joshua Weiler Nov 6, 2025 Comments Off

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Quantum in construction claims is on the rise: Key factors and ways to mitigate

By: Wes Rose and Sarah Metcalfe Introduction Despite construction inflation settling in the years immediately following the COVID-19 pandemic, construction inflation is again increasing across Australia.1 In addition to construction inflation increases, we are also seeing an increase in the quantum of construction claims. Various factors are contributing to this, including labour shortages, the ongoing shortage […]

By : Joshua Weiler Nov 3, 2025 Comments Off

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Rethinking the Approach to SRCC and Political Violence in the Global Environment of Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty

Rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping how insurers and reinsurers assess exposure to strikes, riots, and civil commotion (SRCC) and political violence risks. With instability capable of rapidly triggering widespread property damage, the traditional “all risks” property insurance model is increasingly being tested. Derek Martin, Head of APA Claims at Munich Re and winner of Wotton […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 23, 2025 Comments Off

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IMO’s Net-Zero Framework negotiations adjourned: Talks to resume late 2026

By: Naraya Lamart, Joseph Nicholls and Emma Campbell At a glance The shipping world was waiting with bated breath last week as Member States of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) prepared to vote on the draft amendments to MARPOL Annex VI, including the much-anticipated IMO Net-Zero Framework. However, in a shifting political landscape, delegates at […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 22, 2025 Comments Off

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Cyber, Privacy and Technology Report – Issue 13

By: Kieran Doyle, Nicole Gabryk, Stephen Morrissey, Christy Mellifont, Joseph Fitzgerald, Ellie Brooks, Kayleigh Maxwell, Rebekah Maxton, Phoebe Nikolaou, Miles McConway, Abbey Munro, Olive Huang, Tori Pfeifer Issue 13 of our Cyber, Privacy and Technology Report is here! Covering key developments and insights for insurers, brokers, and their customers operating in the cyber, privacy, and technology sectors. This […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 16, 2025 Comments Off

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One Size Does Not Fit All: Rethinking Business Interruption Cover for Commodity-Driven Industries

Volatile commodity markets are reshaping the way insurers assess business interruption risk, particularly in sectors such as energy, renewables, and mining. The standard Industrial Special Risk (ISR) Mark IV formula for calculating loss of gross profit is showing its limitations in this environment, often producing results that do not reflect the commercial realities of commodity-driven […]

By : Joshua Weiler Sep 17, 2025 Comments Off

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