Berlin-based insurtech startup Feather has appointed Eloi Lanthiez to lead its operations in France, as the company accelerates its expansion across Europe.
EIS, a leading provider of cloud-native SaaS core platforms, has launched AbsenceLink™, a next-generation solution designed to transform the way insurers and employers manage disability and leave.
Plymouth Rock has named Kevin Zygmunt as its new Chief Operating Officer, the company announced this week.
Ripe, the digital insurance specialist, has completed its acquisition of GJW Direct, a long-standing UK marine insurance brand, from Munich Re Specialty.
RYZE Claim Solutions has announced the acquisition of Acorn Claims, a Missouri-based adjusting firm known for its nationwide daily and catastrophe claims services.
Chapter, a leading Medicare navigation platform, has announced a $75 million Series D funding round led by Stripes, with participation from existing investors including XYZ Venture Capital, Susa Ventures, Addition, Narya Capital, and Maverick Ventures.
EIS, a leading provider of cloud-native SaaS core platforms, has launched AbsenceLink™, a next-generation solution designed to transform the way insurers and employers manage disability and leave.
Qover, a leading insurtech company, has partnered with BMW and MINI to launch a new embedded motor insurance solution tailored for the Irish market.
Resilience, a leading provider of cyber risk solutions, has announced the launch of its Technology Errors and Omissions (Tech E&O) coverage for enterprises in the UK and Europe, expanding its offering to companies with more than £50 million in annual revenue amid rising concerns over business interruption.
Coalition, the world’s first Active Insurance provider, today announced the launch of its new Coalition Active Cyber Policy, a reimagined surplus lines cyber policy in the U.S. market.
Assurant has launched Vehicle Care Technology Plus, a new service contract designed to provide enhanced coverage for modern vehicle owners.
Digital Insurance Network Agentero has announced the launch of Producerflow, an advanced insurance compliance software designed to simplify producer management for carriers, Managing General Agents (MGAs), and agencies.
Chapter, a leading Medicare navigation platform, has announced a $75 million Series D funding round led by Stripes, with participation from existing investors including XYZ Venture Capital, Susa Ventures, Addition, Narya Capital, and Maverick Ventures.
Luma Financial Technologies, a leading platform for structured products and insurance solutions, has successfully raised $63 million in a Series C financing round.
UK-based insurtech unicorn Marshmallow has raised $90 million (£68 million) in a combination of debt and equity financing, nearly doubling its valuation to $2 billion.
Klaimy, a French insurtech startup aiming to streamline medical document processing for insurers, has raised €1.2 million in pre-seed funding.
Meanwhile, a bitcoin-only life insurance startup, has secured $40 million in a Series A funding round, boosting its total funding to approximately $60 million.
San Francisco-based healthcare startup Thatch has raised $40 million in a Series B funding round led by Index Ventures, with participation from Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, ADP Ventures, SemperVirens, PeopleTech Partners, and The General Partnership.
Adrien Lebègue, CEO of EMEA at Peak3 discusses what lessons UK insurers can take from the APAC region.
The insurance industry has long relied on human expertise to assess and manage risk, says Karim Derrick, Chief Products Officer at Kennedys IQ. Underwriters, claims handlers, and legal professionals play a crucial role in decision-making, balancing data-driven analysis with professional judgment.
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Neelesh Parekh, Innovation & Growth Director Financial Services & Insurance, Zühlke, discusses ways to streamline and enhance the underwriting process.
Hong Kong defies expectations, boasting double-digit insurance growth despite unfavorable demographics, thanks to its unique position as a global gateway, says Edward Moncreiffe HSBC’s CEO of Global Insurance
Ripe, the digital insurance specialist, has completed its acquisition of GJW Direct, a long-standing UK marine insurance brand, from Munich Re Specialty.
RYZE Claim Solutions has announced the acquisition of Acorn Claims, a Missouri-based adjusting firm known for its nationwide daily and catastrophe claims services.
Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) has acquired a 48.82% stake in Phinance, one of Poland’s largest financial brokerage firms, in a strategic move to further solidify its presence in the Polish insurance and financial services market.
Belgian insurance group Ageas has announced a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based digital personal lines insurer esure from Bain Capital in a deal valued at approximately $1.7 billion.
Zurich has announced its investment in Icen Risk, acquiring a significant minority stake in the specialist M&A insurance provider.
Insurtech Insights’ Portfolio of Events and Programs Marks Emerald’s Entry into the Insurance Technology Industry and Community
Berlin-based insurtech startup Feather has appointed Eloi Lanthiez to lead its operations in France, as the company accelerates its expansion across Europe.
Plymouth Rock has named Kevin Zygmunt as its new Chief Operating Officer, the company announced this week.
Beazley, the leading specialty insurer, has appointed Sydonie Williams as Head of International Cyber Risks, highlighting both her extensive expertise and the strength of the company’s internal talent pipeline.
Prudential Financial has announced that Andrew Sullivan officially begins his tenure as Chief Executive Officer today, March 31, 2025.
Global insurtech bolttech has appointed Ridhi Chaudhary, Chief Investment Officer, Dragon Fund by Liquidity and MUFG, to its Board as a Non-Executive Director.
The insurance industry is in constant motion, and this week has seen a flurry of significant talent shifts. From top-level executive appointments at established giants like Lloyd’s to the recruitment of specialised data scientists and cybersecurity leaders, the industry is making bold moves in its talent strategy.
Kennedys IQ SmartRisk combining generative AI with insight-led structured decision making and regulatory compliance
Yokahu, a leading innovator in parametric insurance, has unveiled cat-risk.com, the first independent, many-to-many parametric exchange designed to revolutionize disaster risk finance within the London re/insurance market.
Peak3, a global insurance technology leader, is accelerating its expansion plans in the UK and European markets following a successful US$35 million Series A funding round.
ResiQuant, an insurtech startup transforming property risk assessment, has announced a $4 million seed funding round led by LDV Capital, with participation from Foothill Ventures, Pear VC, Alumni Ventures, and strategic angel investors.
Sixfold, a pioneer in generative AI solutions for insurance risk analysis, has unveiled a revolutionary AI Accuracy Validator, designed to bolster underwriter confidence in AI-driven risk assessments.
Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk advisory, and a subsidiary of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), has announced the launch of Cyber Echo Encore, an enhanced version of its flagship Cyber Echo insurance facility.
Insurtech Insights Europe 2025 conference returned to London in March for its annual event, which serves to bring together experts in insurtech and insurance technology from all over Europe, who want to stay abreast of trends, technology and innovation.
Picture this: A car accident claim arrives at a major insurer. Within seconds, AI analyses
photos, cross-references policy details, and flags potential fraud patterns.
In today’s fast-evolving insurance landscape, growth is not just about market expansion—it’s about innovation, adaptability, and delivering superior value to customers.
Kennedys IQ SmartRisk combining generative AI with insight-led structured decision making and regulatory compliance
ResiQuant, an insurtech startup transforming property risk assessment, has announced a $4 million seed funding round led by LDV Capital, with participation from Foothill Ventures, Pear VC, Alumni Ventures, and strategic angel investors.
Sixfold, a pioneer in generative AI solutions for insurance risk analysis, has unveiled a revolutionary AI Accuracy Validator, designed to bolster underwriter confidence in AI-driven risk assessments.
Floodbase, a leading provider of flood data and analytics, has secured a $5 million investment led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund, with additional participation from Pulse Fund.
The UK and US collective decision not to sign a global AI declaration, underscores a growing division over international regulation and raises concerns about the emerging risks of unregulated AI, say insurance business leaders. Insurtech Insights gets the lowdown from Mark Kirby, Professional Services Director at Intersys Ltd. and Risto Rossar, Founder and CEO of Insly.
The US InsurTech sector faced a challenging year in 2024, with total funding dropping by 33% year-over-year to $2.8 billion, reflecting a significant downturn from $4.1 billion in 2023 and $6.3 billion in 2020.
As we step into 2025, the insurance industry is poised for significant transformation. Leaders from across the globe have shared their insights on the key trends shaping the future of insurance. From the rise of digital innovation to the evolving risk landscape, these predictions offer a glimpse into what the year ahead holds.
Accelerant Holdings has announced the public release of its advanced digital platform, app.accelerant.ai, aimed at enhancing underwriting and risk management capabilities for insurers and risk capital partners.
Simon Torrance, Founder and CEO of AI Risk, describes what he sees as the most advanced deployment of ‘Agentic AI’ anywhere in the insurance industry today, setting it in the context of other forms of AI-enabled augmentation and automation, and proposing a holistic approach to AI strategy that will help companies succeed in the Age of AI.
