The dangers of distracted driving are real. Research from Nationwide has found that 66% of consumers believe the leading cause of accidents is distracted driving.
Nationwide’s SmartRide® mobile app powered by CMT will now show drivers when and where they were driving while distracted by their phones. Nationwide is partnering with CMT to deliver this experience with the goal of making roads safer by informing drivers of their phone distractions while behind the wheel. The distracted driving feedback comes from CMT’s smartphone telematics platform that infers distraction from sensor data, user engagement and behavioral science. This feedback provided via the app will help show drivers how to become safer behind the wheel.

Glyn Hughes named Managing Director of Allianz Personal Broker
Allianz UK has named Glyn Hughes as managing director of Allianz Personal Broker, a move that strengthens its senior leadership team within the personal lines business. Hughes will assume the role in February 2026, subject to regulatory approval, and will report to Serge Raffard, managing director of Allianz Personal Lines.

Nearmap and Zurich Advance Property Underwriting with AI Integration
Zurich North America has partnered with Nearmap to integrate AI-powered property intelligence and high-resolution aerial imagery directly into its U.S. Middle Market underwriting systems. The collaboration is designed to help Zurich underwriters assess risk more efficiently and tailor coverage with greater precision.

Novacore to Acquire Minglewood Risk, Expanding Real Estate Insurance Segment
Novacore, the independent specialty insurance provider based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Minglewood Risk, a managing general agent specializing in habitational and real estate coverages.