Sector Updates

Africa Specialty Risks (ASR), a prominent (re)insurance group specialising in African and Middle Eastern markets, has announced that ASR Middle East is now operating...

HUB International, a global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, is nearing the finalisation of its acquisition of Insuritas, an embedded insurance platform that serves banks and credit unions.

Onsi, a UK-based InsurTech startup founded in 2019, has announced a strategic investment from Zurich.

Zurich Resilience Solutions, the risk advisory arm of Zurich Insurance Group, has unveiled Climate Spotlight, an innovative digital platform designed to enhance climate risk understanding and management for organisations.

Moonrock Drone Insurance, a leading managing general agent (MGA) specialising in drone insurance, has partnered with Hiscox, an A-rated insurer, to launch a new product for recreational and hobbyist drone pilots.

In today’s digital-first workplace, empathy has become a key driver of successful leadership. Historically, leadership often focused on efficiency and emotionless processes. However, the shift towards authentic leadership highlights the need for human-centric strategies. As technology becomes more integrated into our daily lives, the ability to lead with empathy has emerged as a competitive advantage. Leading HealthTech specialists Air Doctor examines this shift in strategy.

Sun Life Global Solutions, a global capability centre specialising in advanced technology solutions for the insurance sector, has announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore.

The insurance industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need to balance profitability with expanding distribution channels. Carriers, brokers, MGAs, and the broader insurance ecosystem are navigating this shift by adopting innovative strategies and adapting to new market realities. At the heart of this change is insurance distribution. Jeff Heine, CRO at Novidea, opened up on what the future may hold in this area.

Aviva, a leading InsurTech provider specialising in life insurance and health-related products, is set to distribute its protection insurance products through NatWest Group, as part of a a five-year partnership with the firm.

blip, a leading provider of small business insurance, has introduced its Professional Indemnity Insurance, further expanding its range of specialised coverage for entrepreneurs and professionals.