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Earnix, a leading dynamic AI platform for insurance, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Zelros in a bid to enable pricing and underwriting professionals to deliver more accurate offers and improve customer engagement.

Earnix expands AI capabilities with Zelros acquisition to transform insurance pricing and underwriting

Earnix, a leading dynamic AI platform for insurance, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Zelros in a bid to enable pricing and...
Every year, millions of travellers fall ill while abroad, and most aren’t dealing with drastic emergencies. They're fighting off a nasty flu, seeking relief for a sinus infection, or managing a minor injury. But without easy access to trusted local care, these seemingly low-risk issues often escalate into high-cost claims, according to Adam Feiler, SVP Global Sales at Air Doctor.  

Cutting outpatient claims costs without cutting corners

Every year, millions of travellers fall ill while abroad, and most aren’t dealing with drastic emergencies. They're fighting off a nasty flu, seeking relief for a sinus infection, or managing a minor injury. But without easy access to trusted local care, these seemingly low-risk issues often escalate into high-cost claims, according to Adam Feiler, SVP Global Sales at Air Doctor.  
US InsurTech deals Q1 2025

California retained top spot as US InsurTech deal activity dropped by a quarter YoY...

Key US InsurTech investment stats in Q1 2025: US InsurTech deal activity dropped by a quarter YoY in Q1 California retained top spot with...
Kennedys IQ has partnered with Solomonic, a litigation analytics company known for its data-driven intelligence platform, to transform how litigation risk is managed across the insurance value chain.

Kennedys IQ and Solomonic join forces to integrate litigation data into insurance lifecycle

Kennedys IQ has partnered with Solomonic, a litigation analytics company known for its data-driven intelligence platform, to transform how litigation risk is managed across the insurance value chain.

AI meets human insight in IntellectAI’s new underwriting solution

IntellectAI has introduced a new breed of AI-driven underwriting tools designed to elevate decision-making across commercial and specialty lines.
Hiscox, a specialist global insurer, has appointed Phil Withey as chief technology officer (CTO) for its London Market division, reinforcing its leadership team as it ramps up its digital transformation agenda.

Hiscox appoints Phil Withey as CTO to lead London Market’s tech transformation

Hiscox, a specialist global insurer, has appointed Phil Withey as chief technology officer (CTO) for its London Market division, reinforcing its leadership team as...
Launching a new insurance product may feel like the finish line, but in reality, it’s only the beginning of a much more nuanced journey. The post-launch period is where real-world performance data begins to flow, offering fresh opportunities and risks for actuaries. Edwin Graham, principal actuarial data scientist at Akur8, outlines the dos and don’ts actuaries should keep in mind when navigating this crucial phase.

How to monitor a new insurance product: key tips for actuaries post-launch

Launching a new insurance product may feel like the finish line, but in reality, it’s only the beginning of a much more nuanced journey. The post-launch period is where real-world performance data begins to flow, offering fresh opportunities and risks for actuaries. Edwin Graham, principal actuarial data scientist at Akur8, outlines the dos and don’ts actuaries should keep in mind when navigating this crucial phase.
Insurance carriers often struggle to extract the full value from their renewal portfolios, largely due to inefficiencies in pricing and outdated systems. According to Quantee, more than 20 factors outside of pure pricing can erode performance. In response to this, the firm has delved into seven actionable strategies that insurers can use to enhance both customer retention and portfolio profitability.

7 proven ways to boost retention and profits in your insurance renewal portfolio

Insurance carriers often struggle to extract the full value from their renewal portfolios, largely due to inefficiencies in pricing and outdated systems. According to Quantee, more than 20 factors outside of pure pricing can erode performance. In response to this, the firm has delved into seven actionable strategies that insurers can use to enhance both customer retention and portfolio profitability.
AssuredPartners, a premier global insurance brokerage, and Carrum Health have announced a strategic partnership to broaden specialty care access for AssuredPartners' self-insured clients.

AssuredPartners teams up with Carrum Health to expand specialty care access

AssuredPartners, a premier global insurance brokerage, and Carrum Health have announced a strategic partnership to broaden specialty care access for AssuredPartners' self-insured clients.
SCOR, a global reinsurance group headquartered in Paris and a leading player in the reinsurance market, has announced the appointment of Philipp Rüede as the new chief executive officer of its Life & Health (L&H) business, effective 1 June 2025.

SCOR names Philipp Rüede as CEO of Life & Health division

SCOR, a global reinsurance group headquartered in Paris and a leading player in the reinsurance market, has announced the appointment of Philipp Rüede as the new chief executive officer of its Life & Health (L&H) business, effective 1 June 2025.

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Capricorn Mutual completes Duck Creek platform go-live

Capricorn Mutual completes Duck Creek platform go-live

Aggne, a Wipro company and insurance technology services provider, has confirmed the successful go-live of Capricorn Mutual, the member-owned risk protection organisation, on Duck...
Why rating engines are becoming insurers' decision hub

Why rating engines are becoming insurers’ decision hub

Pricing technology is moving beyond its traditional home in actuarial and underwriting teams. Rating engines are increasingly being used by marketing, innovation and product...
AML

Why underwriting data holds the key to spotting AML risk

Insurance houses across South Africa are pouring money into anti-financial crime tools, yet heavy spending alone is not solving the problem. Effectiveness, particularly at...
Wildfire data model drives new California cover

Wildfire data model drives new California cover

DUAL North America, a specialty programme administrator, Kingstone Companies, a Northeast-focused property insurer, and Windward Risk Managers, a Florida-based risk manager, have each launched...
ManyPets debuts UK's first ChatGPT insurance plugin

ManyPets debuts UK’s first ChatGPT insurance plugin

ManyPets, a UK pet insurance provider offering Lifetime cover and an AI-powered claims service, has become the first UK specialist pet insurance provider to...
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