Insurtech
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NewsRising cyber risk drives Markel to launch new insurtech proposition
‘We want to disrupt traditional insurance products, as well as how customers view the role of the insurer,’ says head
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NewsBalancing technology and talent the key to embedding claims automation
The appetite for claims automation is strong, though views on implementation differ between business leaders and claims handlers
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NewsInsurers should consider Bitcoin’s role in investment portfolios – Cartwright
’Although Bitcoin may still feel unconventional to some, its characteristics as a finite, decentralised, high liquid asset with low correlation to traditional markets make it increasingly difficult to disregard,’ says head of corporate treasury
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News AnalysisTechTalk: Capacity providers ‘more willing to experiment with insurtechs’ – but bar for collaboration is set high
Research findings indicate that insurers have appetite to back propositions from insurtech MGAs – however there are still clearly defined hoops these businesses must jump through if they want to secure the perfect partnership
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NewsSwedish pet specialist hires new MD to lead UK expansion
’We’re committed to setting a new standard for automation, efficiency and innovation in UK pet claims,’ says appointee
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NewsEx-Aviva leader among multiple senior hires at Broker Insights
‘These appointments mark an exciting new chapter for Broker Insights,’ says chief executive
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News AnalysisBriefing: Is embedded cover the answer to SME underinsurance?
Insurance firms partnering with vertical SaaS providers to provide easy to access, tailored cover can both futureproof themselves and address a perennial problem
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NewsRDT teams up with Percayso Inform to provide insurers enhanced data insights
’We’re committed to providing our clients with the tools they need to stay competitive and responsive,’ says deputy chief executive
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News AnalysisTechTalk: Agentic AI presents a sink or swim moment for insurance sector
The rise of agentic AI is the world’s next major technological shift – but can the UKGI sector grasp the opportunity this tool presents?
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News AnalysisBriefing: What is the real blocker to innovation in UKGI?
As a clue, it is not technology that is hampering creative innovation and new ideas in the UK general insurance industry
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NewsInsurtechs team up to ‘break down the siloes that impede decision-making’
’We’re creating a seamless experience that empowers insurers to make data-driven decisions with confidence,’ says vice president
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NewsNearly two thirds of insurers currently modernising core systems
‘The insurance industry is at a pivotal point where modernisation is no longer optional, but essential,’ says chief executive
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NewsIgnite chief executive departs after nearly a decade at the helm
’I’m going to enjoy watching from the sidelines, like an over-proud parent whose child has already exceeded their achievements,’ says departing boss
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NewsCowbell targets £902bn UK tech sector with cyber and PI launch
‘Our experienced team of underwriters are looking forward to deepening relationships with brokers and further developing our digital distribution capabilities to better serve the UK market,’ says vice-president
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Xceedance appoints new global chief operating officer
’We expect his strategic insights and industry knowledge to contribute to our growth in important ways,’ says chief executive
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NewsUK insurtech raises $90m in latest funding round
‘Our ambition is to become a one-stop-financial-shop for newcomers, so they feel as though it’s easy to move to, and live in, a different country,’ says co-founder
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NewsEx-Acromas chief executive among senior hires at vacation rental specialist
’Their appointments align perfectly with our growth ambitions,’ says chief executive
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NewsBrokers increasing interest in digital automation and GenAI – Aviva
’We will continue to work with our brokers and leverage the promise of digital technology to ensure we meet the needs of our business customers,’ says innovation director
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WebinarWatch: TechTalk Live webinar in association with Hiscox
In this webinar, expert panellists joined editor Katie Scott to discuss how the industry can enhance efficiency and performance using artificial intelligence (AI).
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News AnalysisTechTalk: The broker opportunity to fill a cover gap around commercial drone use
’Small, low value drones can perform a pretty high level of professional services at a fraction of the cost of what you would have had to do previously,’ says head of class
