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As artificial intelligence continues to transform the insurance industry, how are regulators and auditors responding? And what does the growing use of AI mean for actuaries? In this episode of Get Plugged In, Dale Hall, Managing Director of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, welcomes Joe Alaimo, ASA, ACIA, author of the report AI from Regulatory and Audit Perspectives: A Roundtable Peer Discussion. Drawing on insights from a roundtable of insurance regulators and professionals involved in auditing and oversight, Joe discusses the importance of AI governance, model explainability, fairness, accountability, and human oversight. The conversation also explores how AI could reshape actuarial responsibilities, allowing professionals to focus on higher-value analysis and professional judgment. Tune in to discover why responsible AI adoption requires more than technological innovation and how actuaries can help shape the future of AI in insurance. Visit our Artificial Intelligence landing page Send us your feedback at [email protected]

How Is AI Changing the Actuarial Profession? Insights from the Spring 2026 AI Survey Artificial intelligence is transforming actuarial practice, but how quickly are actuaries adopting AI, and what challenges remain? In this episode of Get Plugged In, Dale Hall, Managing Director of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, welcomes Joe Alaimo, ASA, ACIA, author of the SOA Research Institute's Spring 2026 AI Survey report. Drawing on responses from 964 actuaries, Joe shares key findings from the survey's second wave, exploring how AI adoption has evolved since 2025, the growing benefits of AI beyond time savings, and the increasing importance of responsible governance and professional judgment. The conversation also examines the demand for practical AI education, the expanding use of enterprise AI tools, and the opportunities for actuaries to help shape AI implementation and oversight within their organizations. Listen now to discover what the latest survey findings reveal about the future of AI in the actuarial profession.  

What does it take to turn emerging ideas into meaningful insights for the actuarial profession? In this episode of Get Plugged In, Lisa Schilling, Director of Practice Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, welcomes Dave Ingram, FSA, CERA, MAAA, volunteer editor of the Actuarial Intelligence Bulletin, for a behind-the-scenes look at how this valuable publication comes together. From identifying relevant topics and recruiting volunteer authors to coordinating reviews and preparing each issue for publication, Dave shares the editorial process and collaborative effort behind the bulletin. The discussion also explores how the publication helps actuaries discover fresh perspectives, stay informed about emerging developments, and consider ideas that may influence the future of their profession. Tune in to learn about the people and purpose behind the Actuarial Intelligence Bulletin and why staying curious matters in an evolving actuarial landscape. Explore more research and insights from the Society of Actuaries Research Institute at https://www.soa.org. Visit our Artificial Intelligence landing page Send us your feedback at [email protected]

Artificial intelligence is reshaping insurance—and raising important legal, regulatory and practical questions for insurers, policyholders and the professionals who support them. In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's Get Plugged In Podcast, host Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research, welcomes Christine Worthen for a discussion about how AI is changing the relationships among insurers, policyholders, regulators, technology providers and other participants across the insurance ecosystem. The conversation explores AI's growing role in underwriting, pricing, customer service and claims, along with key considerations surrounding policyholder protection, data rights, privacy, transparency, regulatory compliance, governance and third-party vendor risk. The episode also examines questions of liability, litigation and accountability when AI influences insurance decisions. Listeners will also hear what actuaries and insurance leaders should be considering today as AI-related legal and regulatory issues continue to evolve. Listen to the episode and explore additional artificial intelligence research, tools and resources from the Society of Actuaries Research Institute at soa.org/Research Institute. Visit our Artificial Intelligence landing page Send us your feedback at [email protected]

Robotics is rapidly moving from specialized environments into everyday life—from drones supporting insurance claims and driverless vehicles operating on public roads to robotic-assisted surgery, rehabilitation and patient care. As these systems become more capable and autonomous, they also raise important questions about safety, liability, data, cybersecurity and trust. In this episode of the Get Plugged In Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, speaks with Dr. Raymond Sheh, an AI Risk Management Researcher in NIST's Information Technology Laboratory, a Guest Researcher in NIST's Engineering Laboratory, and an Associate Research Scientist at Johns Hopkins University. They explore the current state of robotics, how AI is advancing robotic capabilities, the opportunities and risks emerging across insurance and healthcare, and the role that standards, testing and independent evaluation can play in determining whether robotic systems are safe and reliable. Dr. Sheh also shares his practical test for determining when robots are truly becoming intelligent. For actuaries and insurance professionals, understanding how robotics may affect liability, healthcare, data, cybersecurity and risk management will become increasingly important as these technologies evolve. Explore additional tools, research and resources from the Society of Actuaries Research Institute at soa.org/Research Institute and visit the Artificial Intelligence landing page to connect with AI enthusiasts and stay informed about the latest developments. Visit our Artificial Intelligence landing page Send us your feedback at [email protected]