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Markel UK has ‘very ambitious plan’ to boost eTrading service following disjointed broker scores
UK managing director says the gap between digital and underwriter led broker service presents ‘a huge opportunity’ for the insurer
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The use of technology in the UK general insurance sector does not sit still.
Whether artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to streamline claims processes, or machine learning is tackling fraud detection, new and ever-evolving technologies are continuing to present a myriad of use cases across UKGI.
Insurance Times is committed to being at the forefront of content delivery on this subject, to ensure that brokers, insurers, MGAs and suppliers in the general insurance market can stay up to date and informed on the role and application of different technologies.
Insurance Times’ exclusive TechTalk brand showcases breaking technology and insurtech news, in-depth analysis and thought provoking interviews to keep market participants at the cutting edge of sector-wide technology developments.
Not only is TechTalk delivered online and in print, but Insurance Times’ TechTalk Live series – sponsored by Hiscox – presents a regular event programme designed to explore the evolving role of technology in the insurance industry.
TechTalk Live includes four dedicated events for brokers and four distinct events for insurers, raising pertinent technology discussion points for each audience.
TechTalk coverage features topics such as:
- AI, generative AI and machine learning.
- Digital transformation and modernisation.
- ETrading and digital trading routes.
- Front end and back office technology propositions.
- Cyber risks.
- Emerging technology trends, risks and opportunities.
- Innovative technology case studies.
TechTalk is the UKGI sector’s platform for staying ahead on relevant technologies.
The first event in the TechTalk Live series was a webinar that took place at 10am on 3 April 2025
Extranets v software houses: Where are brokers handling their eTrading?
Insurance Times dives into the wealth of data within its Five Star Rating Report: eTrading 2025, to determine whether brokers are using insurer extranets or software house platforms for their eTrading needs
TechTalk: Directors face ‘real risk’ of liability in wake of cyber attacks
‘There should be no assumption that cyber risks are covered under a D&O policy,’ says law firm partner
Aviva-backed AI broker warns that big brokers will ’fall behind’ without tech adoption
‘Whether you’re big or small, the customer wants are the same – better cover, better price and better service,’ says chief operating officer
Markel UK has ‘very ambitious plan’ to boost eTrading service following disjointed broker scores
UK managing director says the gap between digital and underwriter led broker service presents ‘a huge opportunity’ for the insurer
Many insurers ‘frustrated’ with their digital platforms
‘The industry is caught between digital aspiration and operational reality,’ says chief commercial officer
Digital Adoption 2025
Find out what digital innovations and processes UK brokers are implementing in the new Digital Adoption Report 2025, produced by Insurance Times in association with Applied Systems.
Digital Adoption 2023
Find out what digital innovations and processes UK brokers are implementing in the new Digital Adoption Report 2023, produced by Insurance Times in association with Applied Systems.
Insurtech 50 2023
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