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Allianz Deutschland, a subsidiary of the global insurance and asset management company Allianz Group, has partnered with the German Bobsleigh and Tobogganing Association (BSD) to improve safety standards across the high-speed sport.

Allianz partners with German Bobsleigh Association to improve safety standards for athletes

Allianz Deutschland, a subsidiary of the global insurance and asset management company Allianz Group, has partnered with the German Bobsleigh and Tobogganing Association (BSD)...
Finnish technology company ICEYE has secured $65m in an extension to its growth funding round to bolster its natural catastrophe solutions.

ICEYE raises $65m to bolster natural catastrophe solutions

Finnish technology company ICEYE has secured $65m in an extension to its growth funding round to bolster its natural catastrophe solutions.
AmeriLife, a developer, marketer, and distributor of life and health insurance, annuities has entered into an agreement to acquire Crump Life Insurance Services and Hanleigh Management from TIH Insurance Holdings.

AmeriLife strengthens life insurance distribution with Crump acquisition

AmeriLife, a developer, marketer, and distributor of life and health insurance, annuities has entered into an agreement to acquire Crump Life Insurance Services and Hanleigh Management from TIH Insurance Holdings.
The healthcare industry has undergone a seismic transformation in recent years, with patient engagement evolving well beyond traditional models. Today’s patients demand active involvement in their healthcare journey, seeking accessible, personalised care. With this momentum expected to continue in 2025, digital health technology platform dacadoo delves into the top eight ways healthcare providers can revolutionise patient engagement this year.

8 ways healthcare providers can revolutionise patient engagement in 2025

The healthcare industry has undergone a seismic transformation in recent years, with patient engagement evolving well beyond traditional models. Today’s patients demand active involvement in their healthcare journey, seeking accessible, personalised care. With this momentum expected to continue in 2025, digital health technology platform dacadoo delves into the top eight ways healthcare providers can revolutionise patient engagement this year.
Earnix strengthens MGA sector with MGAA membership

Earnix strengthens MGA sector with MGAA membership

Earnix, a global leader in intelligent decisioning SaaS solutions for financial services, has become a Supplier Member of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), a prominent organisation representing MGAs in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Geography modelling plays a vital role in property and casualty (P&C) insurance pricing, especially in motor and property insurance. By incorporating spatial patterns into risk and demand models, insurers can ensure premiums align with varying risk levels and behaviours across different geographic areas. This process smooths modelled effects, leading to more accurate and fair pricing. Dynamic pricing software specialists Quantee delves into the most common approaches to geography modelling together with their pros and cons.

A guide to geography modelling in insurance pricing

Geography modelling plays a vital role in property and casualty (P&C) insurance pricing, especially in motor and property insurance. By incorporating spatial patterns into...
The insurance industry is in the midst of a profound transformation, driven by the adoption of advanced AI technologies. Adrian Coupland, head of EMEA insurance at Earnix, sheds light on how AI-based platforms are revolutionising insurers’ operations, the hurdles posed by legacy systems, and the critical role of modernisation in adapting to today’s market demands, as outlined in Earnix’s 2024 Industry Trends Report.

How AI and modernisation are reshaping the insurance industry

The insurance industry is in the midst of a profound transformation, driven by the adoption of advanced AI technologies. Adrian Coupland, head of EMEA insurance at Earnix, sheds light on how AI-based platforms are revolutionising insurers’ operations, the hurdles posed by legacy systems, and the critical role of modernisation in adapting to today’s market demands, as outlined in Earnix’s 2024 Industry Trends Report.
Blink Parametric, a leading provider of real-time travel InsurTech solutions, has launched its FlyEasy travel disruption assistance coverage in collaboration with Zurich Indonesia.

Blink Parametric partners with Zurich Indonesia to launch FlyEasy travel solution

Blink Parametric, a leading provider of real-time travel InsurTech solutions, has launched its FlyEasy travel disruption assistance coverage in collaboration with Zurich Indonesia.
DvSum, a leader in data intelligence solutions, has announced its inclusion in Guidewire’s InsurTech Vanguards programme.

DvSum joins Guidewire’s InsurTech Vanguards to drive innovation in P&C insurance

DvSum, a leader in data intelligence solutions, has announced its inclusion in Guidewire’s InsurTech Vanguards programme.
Bold Penguin, a leading commercial insurance distribution platform, has appointed Peter Settel as its new chief executive officer (CEO) and president.

Bold Penguin appoints Peter Settel as CEO and president to spearhead growth

Bold Penguin, a leading commercial insurance distribution platform, has appointed Peter Settel as its new chief executive officer (CEO) and president.

News Stories

EQT agrees $2bn deal for McGill and Partners

EQT agrees $2bn deal for McGill and Partners

McGill and Partners, a technology-enabled specialty (re)insurance broker, has agreed to be acquired by EQT in a deal valuing the business at $2bn. The transaction...
Can actuaries trust AI models?

Can actuaries trust AI models?

InsurTech firm Akur8 is taking a controlled approach to AI adoption in insurance: if using AI for actuarial work is possible and even necessary...
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...
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