Aon’s Reinsurance Solutions division has announced the hiring of Robert O’Connell as Global Cyber Strategy and Growth Leader, Executive Managing Director, a role that will see him tasked with leading on delivering value to cyber clients, including through the use of cyber insurance-linked securities (ILS).In this role, O’Connell will be tasked with leading Aon’s efforts … Read more
When Russia invaded Ukraine nearly three years ago, a new theatre of modern warfare emerged where unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) took on vital roles in surveillance and attacks, signalling a shift in the future of air dominance. While both China and the United States, the world’s two largest military powers, continue to prioritise traditional warplanes … Read more
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, numerous reports have shown the widespread use of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) against detained civilians and prisoners of war. A significant portion of this SGBV has been directed against men. While efforts for accountability for war crimes have been difficult, justice for male victims of SGBV may prove particularly challenging. … Read more
The following is a sponsored collaboration with Rakuten, my favorite cash back app. You can sign up for Rakuten by clicking here and you can get a $40 sign up bonus when you make a qualifying purchase. The holiday season is one of the most happy times of the year, but it can also be… … Read more
EU commitments limit the space for governments to implement their own political priorities. Sergio Scandizzo argues that while these commitments often have positive effects, they have led to a deterioration in political discourse that has helped foster the rise of the populist right. Mario Draghi’s recent report on EU competitiveness, commissioned by European Commission President … Read more
