Sector Updates

hyperexponential, a global leader in pricing decision intelligence (PDI) software, has concluded a £73m Series B funding round which was funded by a host of major US Venture Capitalists (VCs).

InsurTech firm TNEDICCA, which specialises in auto insurance, has announced the appointment of a 30-year insurance veteran to its board.

The European InsurTech deals sector suffered a sharp downturn in fortune in 2023, but the United Kingdom (UK) remained the pre-eminent force on the continent.

InsurTech start-up Hourly.io has partnered with Origami Risk to bring automation and accelerated underwriting to their insurance platform.

Against the backdrop of rapid technological advancements and the evolving needs of the InsurTech landscape, hyperexponential hosted a meeting of the minds to discuss the future of underwriting. In a sector that has been chastised for its lack of mobility and agility in regard to change, the webinar discussed the possibility that it is now time to enter a new era – the age of Underwriting 3.0.

Akur8, a next-generation insurance pricing solution, has partnered with Quincy Mutual Group, a highly esteemed regional mutual insurance company in the United States.

Rainbow, a digital managing general underwriter specialising in small business insurance, has recently secured a significant $12 million in seed funding.

IEHP, a prominent healthcare provider, has consistently relied on Ushur for its strategic communication automation needs. This partnership has seen the successful launch of over 265 campaigns in various languages since May 2022, effectively reaching 619K IEHP members.

New York-based InsurTech Kalepa has revealed the appointment of a Japanese industry leader to its Advisory Board.

2024 marks a pivotal chapter in the dynamic world of InsurTech, where innovation and technology converge to redefine the insurance landscape. From AI-driven risk assessments to the emergence of Generative AI, this year is set to herald in a new era that will revolutionise how insurance firms operate. As digitalisation accelerates and customer expectations evolve, 2024 is set to see a disruption to traditional models, offering personalised solutions, streamlined processes, and enhanced customer experiences.