Sector Updates

Zurich North America, a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and services, has appointed James Bracken as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Ushur, a leader in AI-powered Customer Experience Automation™ (CXA), has announced that Anthony Smolek has joined its executive leadership team as chief financial officer (CFO).

IBISA, a global leader in the Climate InsurTech sector, has successfully raised $3m to enhance its parametric insurance offerings aimed at mitigating weather-related risks across Asia and Africa.

Humata Health, a healthcare company specialising in frictionless prior authorisation payments for payers and providers through AI and automation, has successfully raised $25m.

Trawick International, the worldwide travel insurance specialist, has announced the launch of a new portfolio of international student insurance plans, effective immediately.

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British Caribbean Insurance Company has launched the Carribbean's first-ever omnichannel insurance ecosystem.

Madanes Insurance Agency, a leading insurance broker specializing in complex insurance schemes across property, liability, and health sectors, along with risk and claims management, has partnered with Novidea.

MAPFRE USA has named Daniel Olohan to be the company's new Chief Operating Officer, effective from August 1, 2024.