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openIDL, an initiative of the Linux Foundation, dedicated to modernising and standardising insurance data across the global market, has launched the industry’s first free and open production-ready insurance data standard.

openIDL unveils first open insurance data standard

openIDL, an initiative of the Linux Foundation, dedicated to modernising and standardising insurance data across the global market, has launched the industry’s first free...
The insurance underwriting process has long been defined by complexity, delays, and manual tasks that slow decision-making. Traditional methods have relied heavily on fragmented systems, duplicated data entry, and email-based communication, leaving underwriters with limited time to properly assess risks. As carriers push for greater speed and accuracy, the industry is steadily turning to digital tools that reimagine how underwriting actually works, according to IntellectAI.

Inside the rise of digital underwriting workbenches

The insurance underwriting process has long been defined by complexity, delays, and manual tasks that slow decision-making. Traditional methods have relied heavily on fragmented...
Kalepa, a leading AI-powered insurance underwriting software firm, has appointed David Meister as chief revenue officer (CRO) to oversee its global revenue functions.

Kalepa updates leadership team with new CRO

Kalepa, a leading AI-powered insurance underwriting software firm, has appointed David Meister as chief revenue officer (CRO) to oversee its global revenue functions. As part...
In conversations with auto lenders about pricing analytics, one phrase surfaces more than any other: “Our setup works fine — we’ve always done it this way.” At face value, this often seems true. Rates are updated, spreadsheets balance, and deals continue to close. But underneath, a silent risk is accumulating, according to Earnix. 

The quiet cost of slow pricing in auto finance

In conversations with auto lenders about pricing analytics, one phrase surfaces more than any other: “Our setup works fine — we’ve always done it...
Modern Life, an AI-powered life insurance brokerage transforming how advisors serve their clients, has raised $20m in Series A funding.

Modern Life raises $20m to transform life insurance with AI

Modern Life, an AI-powered life insurance brokerage transforming how advisors serve their clients, has raised $20m in Series A funding. The company plans to use...
Equisoft, a leading global digital solutions provider, has announced an ISV Built On partnership with Databricks, the data and AI company, to deliver a new integrated analytics platform for life insurance carriers.

Equisoft partners with Databricks to boost life insurance AI

Equisoft, a leading global digital solutions provider, has announced an ISV Built On partnership with Databricks, the data and AI company, to deliver a...
Insurance in 2025 is a performance of precision, agility, and empathy. Behind the customer-facing apps, slick interfaces, and instant quotes lies a backstage operation that is finally being unshackled from decades of legacy systems. While buzzwords are plentiful, real technology is driving this shift, and FinTech Global sat down with a host of industry experts to reveal the innovations that are underpinning success today.

The tech underpinning successful insurance operations in 2025

Insurance in 2025 is a performance of precision, agility, and empathy. Behind the customer-facing apps, slick interfaces, and instant quotes lies a backstage operation...
AI is reshaping Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) workflows from prior authorisation to medication adherence, helping organisations cut costs, speed up therapy starts, and improve member outcomes. As PBMs face rising administrative pressures and growing demands for digital-first engagement, automation platforms such as Ushur’s Customer Experience Automation™ solution are emerging as critical tools to modernise high-volume processes, strengthen compliance, and deliver more transparent, proactive communication across the pharmacy ecosystem.

How AI is reshaping PBM workflows

AI is reshaping Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) workflows from prior authorisation to medication adherence, helping organisations cut costs, speed up therapy starts, and improve...
Californian InsurTech Agentero has launched a new solution designed to enable agents to rapidly identify the most suitable insurers for any given risk.

Agentero launches AI tool to match risks with carriers

Californian InsurTech Agentero has launched a new solution designed to enable agents to rapidly identify the most suitable insurers for any given risk. The offering,...
Cover-More Europe, a global travel insurance provider, and Irish InsurTech Blink Parametric, have partnered to deliver a new parametric flight delay benefit for AnnualTravelInsurance.com customers in Ireland.

Blink and Cover-More launch real-time travel disruption aid

Cover-More Europe, a global travel insurance provider, and Irish InsurTech Blink Parametric, have partnered to deliver a new parametric flight delay benefit for AnnualTravelInsurance.com...

News Stories

GLASS PRISM: the AI tool redefining insurance investment strategy

Ortec Finance has unveiled GLASS PRISM, a next-generation strategic asset allocation (SAA) optimisation tool designed specifically for insurance asset managers. Built on what the firm...
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...
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