Landmark Admin reports a data breach impacting 1.6 million life insurance and annuity policyholders, doubling prior estimates. Regulatory filings highlight increased risks from third-party administrator cyber incidents.

Medicare Advantage enrollment growth slows in 2025 with for-profit plans covering three-quarters of beneficiaries. Quality ratings decline and workforce shortages drive interest in advanced practice providers and AI solutions.

CMS finalizes key elements of the CY 2026 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D final rule, including insulin coverage expansion, Prescription Payment Plan codification, pharmacy data requirements, and updated enrollee protections.

CMS increases 2026 Medicare Advantage reimbursement rates to 5.06%, easing insurer pressures while adjusting policies on obesity drug coverage and billing practices.

The U.S. insurance industry is confronting a significant talent shortage as nearly 400,000 professionals retire, with a projected 6% job growth exacerbating the gap. Industry leaders face challenges in recruitment, retention, and compliance.

Connecticut lawmakers propose legislation to ban insurance premium hikes and policy cancellations based on dog breed, challenging current underwriting practices and liability standards.

GE Financial introduces the GE Retirement Answer, a variable annuity offering guaranteed lifetime income and upside investment potential, addressing critical U.S. retirement funding gaps.

CMS drives healthcare efficiency with initiatives like the HL7 FHIR Connectathon, Oklahoma directory pilot, HIPAA updates, and new prior authorization rules for Medicare and Medicaid.

Annuity.com names Mark Ballstaedt as CTO in response to $432B U.S. annuity market growth, driving digital innovation in insurance distribution.

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