Insurtech – Page 4
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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
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NewsInsurance sector can become ‘living, breathing companion’ – Allianz’s Sirma Boshnakova
‘We must work together to create connected platforms where friction is not tolerated and the customer experience is paramount,’ says management board member
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NewsInsurance firms built on ‘an AI substrate’ will thrive – Lemonade’s Daniel Schreiber
‘Our customer satisfaction scores go up every time we move something from humans to AI,’ says chief executive
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NewsInsurers and MGAs view lack of digitisation as a threat to competitiveness
However, not all firms are fully digitising their operations
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NewsBspoke Group acquires subscription-based insurtech in expansion drive
‘We’re ready to unlock new opportunities and take our offering to the next level,’ says founder
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NewsZurich updates Innovation Championship programme to scout for problem solving startups
Insurer introduces ‘venture client engine’ element to collaboration scheme, looking to build ‘eye to eye’ partnerships with startups
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News AnalysisIn Focus: Are brokers at risk of losing market share as embedded insurance grows?
’If distribution is moving from analogue to digital – and the brokers aren’t moving with it – that creates a vacuum,’ says director
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Sponsored ContentQ&A: Hiscox on supporting technology companies that are looking to grow
Sponsored Content: Adam Atkins, head of technology underwriting at Hiscox UK, discusses the challenges startups in the UK technology sector face and how insurance can support them on their growth journey
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NewsCharles Taylor launches new AI fraud detection tool
’The launch places us at the forefront of disrupting how insurance claims have historically been validated,’ says head
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News AnalysisBriefing: Musk and other tech disruptors have their eyes on insurance
The insurance industry is unpopular but profitable, while also largely reliant on legacy technology
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NewsInsurers slow to adopt AI despite seeing benefits – RDT
’AI’s potential to transform claims management is undeniable, but turning potential into reality requires clear investment strategies,’ says deputy chief executive
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NewsFlood warning insurtech promotes for new chief operating officer
’I am thrilled to be bringing my skills and experience to this new role,’ says appointee
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NewsInsurtech launches agentic AI risk assessment tool
’With agentic risk digitisation, we have substantially increased the capability of our platform to digitise the highest complexity transactions,’ says chief operating officer
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NewsXceedance named MGAA gold sponsor for 2025
’We have an exciting opportunity to further the growth and professionalism of the market,’ says chief executive
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NewsWalsh exits Google Cloud after four years for ‘next adventure’
‘I leave bursting with pride of what we have achieved,’ says ex-global head of insurance
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News AnalysisBriefing: Do Musk’s comments on a ‘permanent shortage of excellent talent’ resonate in the UK?
It is common to bemoan the lack of talent in the technology sector, but does this result from a flawed approach to developing people pipelines?
