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January 12, 2026
Egypt: IFE: Deepfake uses Artificial Intelligence to produce fake videos and images
The Insurers Federation of Egypt (IFE) emphasized in its newsletter that the concept of “Deepfake” refers to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques—specifically Deep Learning—to make highly realistic fake content. Source: المال
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Bilal Jarjour
January 12, 2026
Kuwait: Insurance regulator establishes Shariah supervisory advisory committee
Kuwait’s Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) has issued a resolution to establish a Shariah supervisory advisory committee to review regulatory decisions related to takaful insurance and Shariah-compliant insurance activities. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
January 9, 2026
Egypt: The Insurance Sector in Egypt – Gradual Development and Missed Opportunities Awaiting Courageous Decisions in 2026
The insurance sector in Egypt witnessed significant activity during 2025, marked by regulatory decisions that supported stability and attempts to digital modernization. While the sector achieved tangible progress in regulation and the expansion of some activities, important opportunities remained untapped. Source: اليوم السابع
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Bilal Jarjour
January 9, 2026
Turkey: Property-CAT rates drop by 15% as market softens at 1 Jan renewals
The 1 January property-CAT reinsurance renewal season in Turkiye exhibited trends similar to those observed in Continental European renewals, with risk-adjusted decreases of 15% on average, and a significant oversubscription of capacity, particularly in top layers, said Gallagher Re. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
January 9, 2026
Moody’s Ratings maintains stable outlook on global P&C insurance for 2026
Moody’s Ratings has maintained its stable outlook on the global property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector for 2026, with the rating agency expecting carriers to continue to generate good profitability and strong capitalization against a backdrop of subdued global economic growth. Source: Reinsurance News
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Bilal Jarjour
January 9, 2026
Reinsurance market expected to grow and competition more strongly by 2026
According to Willis Re, the reinsurance market will experience continued supply growth and increased competition for cessions in 2026. The company indicated a trend toward lower reinsurance rates across almost all sectors during 2025, with further reductions expected during January 1st renewals. Source: Acente
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Bilal Jarjour
January 7, 2026
Jordan: Middle East Insurance Company Announces Closure of Vehicle Insurance Department by Strategic Decision
Middle East Insurance Company announced a strategic decision to completely close the Vehicle Insurance Department starting from January 1, 2026, following an in-depth study and comprehensive evaluation by the Board of Directors and the executive management in light of the continuing losses in the compulsory vehicle insurance sector. Source: خبرني
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Bilal Jarjour
January 7, 2026
UAE: Insurance market is expected to show strong growth in 2026
The UAE’s insurance market is expected to maintain double-digit growth in 2026, driven by the country’s economic growth coupled with a rising expatriate population. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
January 7, 2026
Algeria: Insurance premiums grow by 7% in 9M2025
Gross written premiums in the Algerian insurance market grew to DZD143bn ($1.1bn) in the first nine months of 2025 (9M2025), registering a growth of 7.3% compared to the corresponding period of the past year. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
January 7, 2026
Moody’s Ratings maintains stable outlook on global P&C insurance for 2026
Moody’s Ratings has maintained its stable outlook on the global property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector for 2026, with the rating agency expecting carriers to continue to generate good profitability and strong capitalization against a backdrop of subdued global economic growth. Source: Reinsurance News
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