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Global insurance and investment group Starr has agreed to acquire IQUW Group, in a deal that will make Starr’s managing agency the ninth-largest operating at Lloyd’s of London.

Starr to acquire IQUW Group in landmark Lloyd’s Deal

Global insurance and investment group Starr has agreed to acquire IQUW Group, in a deal that will make Starr’s managing agency the ninth-largest operating...
Cowbell, a leading provider of adaptive cyber and specialty insurance solutions for small and mid-market organisations, has announced the launch of its refreshed brand identity.

Cowbell expands beyond cyber with brand refresh

Cowbell, a leading provider of adaptive cyber and specialty insurance solutions for small and mid-market organisations, has announced the launch of its refreshed brand...
Each reporting cycle, actuaries often find themselves overwhelmed with manual tasks—editing loss triangles, linking spreadsheets, and validating templates. These repetitive and time-consuming activities consume valuable hours that could otherwise be used for in-depth analysis. Even minor adjustments to data inputs or project assumptions can create a ripple effect of risk across dozens of files, heightening the pressure to meet both financial and regulatory deadlines.

How automation boosts accuracy in insurance reserving

Each reporting cycle, actuaries often find themselves overwhelmed with manual tasks—editing loss triangles, linking spreadsheets, and validating templates. These repetitive and time-consuming activities consume...
mea Platform, a leading provider of AI-driven solutions for the (re)insurance industry, has launched a suite of agentic AI products designed to unlock value trapped inside (re)insurance operating expenses.

mea launches AI suite to replace core insurance industry workflows

mea Platform, a leading provider of AI-driven solutions for the (re)insurance industry, has launched a suite of agentic AI products designed to unlock value...
Unitary, an AI automation firm, has launched its Virtual Agents for Insurance to help insurers streamline workflows, reduce costs, and accelerate automation without system overhauls.

Unitary launches AI Virtual Agents for insurance automation

Unitary, an AI automation firm, has launched its Virtual Agents for Insurance to help insurers streamline workflows, reduce costs, and accelerate automation without system...
Insurance compliance teams have long relied on rules-based monitoring as the cornerstone of anti-money laundering (AML) programmes. Fixed thresholds and predefined alerts offer simplicity and auditability, but as financial crime becomes more complex, this approach is increasingly insufficient, according to SymphonyAI. 

How can insurance firms stop financial crime effectively?

Insurance compliance teams have long relied on rules-based monitoring as the cornerstone of anti-money laundering (AML) programmes. Fixed thresholds and predefined alerts offer simplicity...
Zurich Insurance Group, a leading global insurance provider, has launched the Zurich AI Lab, aimed at advancing artificial intelligence research and development.

Zurich expands AI research with new global lab

Zurich Insurance Group, a leading global insurance provider, has launched the Zurich AI Lab, aimed at advancing artificial intelligence research and development. The launch of...
Tunisian FinTech startup PAYDAY, a digital platform connecting insurers, banks, and employers, has secured $3m in its first pre-seed funding round, led by UGFS North Africa and supported by TALYS Group and BioProtection SA.

Tunisian InsurTech startup PAYDAY raises $3m funding

Tunisian FinTech startup PAYDAY, a digital platform connecting insurers, banks, and employers, has secured $3m in its first pre-seed funding round, led by UGFS...
The London Market’s digital transformation is no longer about if, but how quickly it can happen. Central to this is Blueprint Two, Lloyd’s flagship modernisation programme, which aims to replace legacy friction with streamlined, scalable operations. By adopting a unified, data-driven approach, it seeks to improve efficiency and client outcomes. Recent delays, however, have reignited market tensions and raised questions around pace, priorities, and readiness. Premium InsurTech Novidea examines these setbacks.

Lloyd’s Blueprint Two London Market guide

The London Market’s digital transformation is no longer about if, but how quickly it can happen. Central to this is Blueprint Two, Lloyd’s flagship...
MoneyHero Group has announced the launch of Project Odyssey, a company-wide artificial intelligence (AI) initiative aimed at accelerating growth and improving margins through automation and conversational technology.

MoneyHero rolls out Project Odyssey for AI transformation

MoneyHero Group has announced the launch of Project Odyssey, a company-wide artificial intelligence (AI) initiative aimed at accelerating growth and improving margins through automation...

News Stories

The financial services sector is undergoing a period of rapid change as digital-first providers reshape how customers access and engage with products. Faster onboarding, transparent pricing, and personalised experiences are becoming standard expectations, placing increasing pressure on traditional banks and insurers to adapt.

Can bancassurance remain relevant in a digital-first financial landscape?

The financial services sector is undergoing a period of rapid change as digital-first providers reshape how customers access and engage with products. Faster onboarding,...
Pikl, an InsurTech focused on insurance-enabled business models, is scaling its flexible cancellation solution designed to help short-term rental platforms offer booking flexibility while protecting revenue.

Pikl builds insurance-led model for rental flexibility

Pikl, an InsurTech focused on insurance-enabled business models, is scaling its flexible cancellation solution designed to help short-term rental platforms offer booking flexibility while...
QBE, a global insurer, has partnered with Aurora to launch a fully automated lead algorithmic underwriting capability for complex specialty risks, now live within its Yacht Protection & Indemnity product.

QBE AND Aurora roll out end-to-end algorithmic underwriting

QBE, a global insurer, has partnered with Aurora to launch a fully automated lead algorithmic underwriting capability for complex specialty risks, now live within...
Lloyd’s, the global insurance marketplace, has selected 12 companies for Cohort 16 of the Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator following its latest Pitch Day, marking the start of a ten-week programme focused on innovation across underwriting, risk and operations.

Lloyd’s Lab selects 12 firms for Cohort 16 Accelerator

Lloyd’s, the global insurance marketplace, has selected 12 companies for Cohort 16 of the Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator following its latest Pitch Day, marking the...
mShift, a commercial insurance technology provider, has launched mShift Quantum AI, an artificial intelligence platform designed to transform submissions, automate workflows, and enhance underwriting decision-making.

mShift launches Quantum AI platform for insurance workflows

mShift, a commercial insurance technology provider, has launched mShift Quantum AI, an artificial intelligence platform designed to transform submissions, automate workflows, and enhance underwriting...
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