(1/29/25) Sometimes we hear about something happening that we know is wrong, but is so ridiculous that we overlook who is at fault and the possible consequences of their actions.
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(1/21/25) The start of a new year is something to be anticipated. Every January, we start off with 365 empty days on our calendar, ready to be filled with events, birthdays, and more.
(1/13/25) Many eyes across the country are transfixed by the wildfires ravaging the greater Los Angeles area. While this is still an evolving situation, it is clear multiple fires have led to loss of life, as well as causing tens of billions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses.
(1/8/25) Kicking off the new year, the Academy published its annual updated law manuals for casualty and life and health actuaries, the Life and Health Valuation Law Manual and the P/C Loss Reserve Law Manual.
By Srivathsan Karanai Margan
When a new technology or innovation emerges, it challenges the laws and regulations that are currently in vogue.
By Bill Michalisin
AS WE BEGIN A NEW YEAR AND CELEBRATE OUR 60TH ANNIVERSARY, the American Academy of Actuaries remains steadfast in its mission: serving the public and the U.S. actuarial profession by advancing the importance of professionalism and informing public policy through independent and objective research, analysis, and insights. As CEO, I am privileged to lead an organization that not only supports its members but also contributes to the broader public good.
The Academy’s vice presidents outline their councils’ priorities for 2025.
By Ted Gotsch
The 2024 election results bring anticipated shifts in policy and political direction, leaving many pundits and the average American asking “what happens next?” But what does it say about the issues the Academy cares about the most, such as healthcare, retirement security, climate change, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and others?
Contingencies asked the various affinity groups representing the diversity of U.S. actuaries and their allies to tell us a little about what they had planned for 2025 and encourage all Academy members to get involved in these great organizations. Here are their responses.
By Patrick Getzen, FSA, MAAA, Dave Nelson, Karen Johnston, MD
Healthcare costs are a mystery to most people and organizations.