Insurtech
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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
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NewsResilience, AI and innovation crucial for insurance firms’ survival – Alpha FMC
‘Sustainable growth will rely on balancing technological advancement with trust, customised solutions and regulatory adaptability,’ says global head
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NewsInsurance Times to host first TechTalk webinar TODAY
Experts will discuss how the industry can enhance efficiency and performance using artificial intelligence
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NewsApollo appoints ex-Hiscox Re boss as non-executive director
’We are delighted to have been able to attract such a talented individual to the Apollo team,’ says chief executive
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NewsInsurtech launches AI suite for pricing and underwriting workflows
’Work like pricing model builds, which once took weeks or even months, can now be completed in minutes,’ says chief executive
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News AnalysisBriefing: Consolidation shrinks UK broker volume – but paves way for new talent and insurtech entries
The number of retail brokers regulated by the FCA has reduced by 46% between 2006 and 2024 – this is leading to new trends and acquisition focuses across UKGI in 2025. However, more M&A is definitely on the cards…
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NewsDonaldson’s new Ardonagh role revealed as broker launches global data and technology arm
The new unit will make the most of robotics, machine learning and data enrichment
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NewsHuman interaction still worth the cost – Gallagher’s Stephen Rhee
’Economically, it makes sense to push interactions to a bot but, from a retention standpoint, you can be too digital,’ says global chief digital officer
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NewsInsurers must prepare for the ‘messy middle’ of journey towards autonomous vehicles – Zego’s Sten Saar
’These are challenges to immediately start thinking about solving – because that’s where the winners and losers in auto insurance will be defined,’ says chief executive
