Tue, 12th May 2026

This episode of Financial Services Online's podcast, hosted by Paige Estritori, covers a range of pressing topics in the insurance sector. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission urges insurance companies to strengthen their cyber resilience strategies in the face of AI-driven threats. The superannuation fund Hostplus and MetLife Australia reaffirmed their group insurance alliance, which provides extensive, affordable coverages to more than 865,000 Hostplus members. Meanwhile, disability claims make up a significant majority of life insurance disputes, signaling a need for transparency and clarity from insurance providers. The episode also explores challenges in the dairy industry, with farmers facing slim profit margins due to rising input costs. Recommendations for maintaining profitability include disciplined financial management, efficient capital allocation, and effective milk pricing.