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The [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/axis-insurance-services-attends-chamber-of-commerce-rejersey-expo) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Mar-19-2026-02-09-33-8673-PM.png?width=725&name=2-Mar-19-2026-02-09-33-8673-PM.png) ## [Stryker Hack raises worry of security threats in the middle of conflict](https://blog.axisins.com/stryker-hack-raises-worry-of-security-threats-in-the-middle-of-conflict) Posted on March 19, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) In 2026, cyber-attacks are not just a destructive force for the internet but are now a tool of various actors to inflict considerable [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/stryker-hack-raises-worry-of-security-threats-in-the-middle-of-conflict) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1-Mar-11-2026-07-21-51-1776-PM.png?width=725&name=1-Mar-11-2026-07-21-51-1776-PM.png) ## [California Insurance requirements make Fire coverage impossible in the wake of Palisades Fires](https://blog.axisins.com/california-insurance-requirements-make-fire-coverage-impossible-in-the-wake-of-palisades-fires) Posted on March 11, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) The Palisades Fires are considered among the worst in history, with billions of dollars in damage in the hills of Los Angeles. Lost in [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/california-insurance-requirements-make-fire-coverage-impossible-in-the-wake-of-palisades-fires) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Feb-24-2026-04-36-24-6767-PM.png?width=725&name=2-Feb-24-2026-04-36-24-6767-PM.png) ## [Axis Insurance Services honors fellow supporters at Autism Speak Luncheon](https://blog.axisins.com/axis-insurance-services-honors-fellow-supporters-at-autism-speak-luncheon) Posted on February 24, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) Axis Insurance Services (Axis) is happy to announce they will be part of the Autism Speaks Leading the Way Luncheon. 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We are proud to showcase another in this month’s [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/axis-insurance-services-spotlights-the-future-with-liam-oberlander) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IREM%20webinar%20blog%20(3).jpg?width=725&name=IREM%20webinar%20blog%20(3).jpg) ## [Axis Insurance to send their brightest to IREM Tri state Conference](https://blog.axisins.com/axis-insurance-to-send-their-brightest-to-irem-tri-state-conference) Posted on February 6, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) Axis Insurance is proud to announce they will be attending theInstitute of Real Estate Management. 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This is [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/recent-tech-outages-reveal-the-perils-of-equipment-breakdowns-for-modern-society) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1-Jan-26-2026-08-02-21-9038-PM.png?width=725&name=1-Jan-26-2026-08-02-21-9038-PM.png) ## [AI Lawsuits reveal the extent of IP damage the systems can cause IP Holders](https://blog.axisins.com/ai-lawsuits-reveal-the-extent-of-ip-damage-the-systems-can-cause-ip-holders) Posted on January 26, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) AI has fast become part of the everyday workplace. These tools are designed to be used to simplify tasks. With the new technology also [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/ai-lawsuits-reveal-the-extent-of-ip-damage-the-systems-can-cause-ip-holders) ![](https://blog.axisins.com/hubfs/6Of55su4-scaled.avif) ## [Mike Smith to be Speaker at NAIBIP](https://blog.axisins.com/mike-smith-to-be-speaker-at-naibip-pittsburgh-and-cleveland) Posted on January 15, 2026 by [Drew Smith](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith) Mike Smith, CEO of Axis Insurance Services, will be speaking at The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals on January [\[...\]](https://blog.axisins.com/mike-smith-to-be-speaker-at-naibip-pittsburgh-and-cleveland) - [«](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/1) - [1](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/1) - [2](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/2) - [3](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/3) - [4](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/4) - [5](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/5) - [...](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/7) - [28](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/28) - [»](https://blog.axisins.com/author/drew-smith/page/3) Search ### Recent Posts ### Categories - [E&O (19)](https://blog.axisins.com/tag/eo) - [Cannabis (11)](https://blog.axisins.com/tag/cannabis) - [Company News (1)](https://blog.axisins.com/tag/company-news) ![AxisInsurance](https://blog.axisins.com/hubfs/files_2023/art2.png) ### Connect to Our Cyber Hotline & Resources [Connect](https://www.axisins.com/products/cyber-liability-privacy-network-security/cyber-hotline-resources/) Please see our [Privacy Policy](https://www.axisins.com/privacy-policy) to understand how Axis Insurance Services handles your personal information. 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