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Abstract: Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Body: ​Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Kaitlin Asrow has been appointed Acting Superintendent.According to a press release, Asrow previously served as Executive Deputy Superintendent of the DFS Research & Innovation Division, where she oversaw the regulation of virtual currency companies.The position of DFS Superintendent is a gubernatorial appointment subject to confirmation by the State Senate. Superintendent Harris was appointed by Governor Hochul in August 2021 and confirmed on January…

Abstract: HubSpot INBOUND 2025: AI was everywhere. But the conversation has shifted from AI as a tool to AI as an agent. Body: ​By: Nick Johnson, Director of Technology at Big I NYI just came back from HubSpot INBOUND 2025, and like most major conferences this year, AI was everywhere. But this wasn’t the same conversation we were having in 2023 or even 2024. It wasn’t about writing blog posts with ChatGPT or generating quick marketing copy.The conversation has shifted from AI as a tool → to AI as an agent.And the bigger shift? From efficiency hacks → to redefining how systems themselves operate.From Efficiency to OptimizationFor…

Abstract: Insurance producers obtaining coverage from the New York Automobile Insurance Plan (NYAIP) will be able to charge larger service fees next year. Body: ​Insurance producers obtaining coverage from the New York Automobile Insurance Plan (NYAIP) will be able to charge larger service fees next year. The increase in the maximum fee from $65 to $100 takes effect on January 1, 2026.The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) approved NYAIP's proposed change to Section 21.C of the plan manual on September 4, 2025. Starting next January 1, producers will be able to charge fees up to $100 for all risks except:Commercial autosPrivate passenger…