
GRAIL and Quest Diagnostics Expand Access to Galleri® Multi-Cancer Detection Test
GRAIL, Inc. and Quest Diagnostics have announced a collaboration to streamline physician access to GRAIL’s Galleri® multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test.
GRAIL, Inc. and Quest Diagnostics have announced a collaboration to streamline physician access to GRAIL’s Galleri® multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test.
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.
McGill and Partners, the independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker, today announces the launch of Auton Green, an expansion of its fully digital, auto-follow facility, Auton, to include additional, market-leading capacity for onshore renewable energy risks.
McKenzie Intelligence Services (MIS) and the California Insurance Emergency Response Association (CIERA) have announced a one-year partnership to enhance insurance industry coordination in response to major catastrophic events in California.
Cynozure, a leading data, analytics, and AI strategy consultancy, has launched its latest report, The Path Ahead: Priorities, Challenges, and Opportunities for Data Leaders in 2025.
Africa Specialty Risks (ASR) has appointed Sylvain Coutu as Head of Innovation and Sustainability, reinforcing its commitment to developing parametric insurance solutions in emerging markets.
Cytora has launched version 3.0 of its digital risk processing platform, featuring enhanced capabilities powered by agentic AI.
Resilience, a leading cyber risk solutions provider, has introduced Vendor Risk Report (VRR), an integrated tool designed to help enterprises assess and mitigate third-party cyber risks within their supply chains.
WisePal, a financial wellness startup, has launched its own in-house independent insurance agency, leveraging Bindable’s Insurance-as-a-Service platform to offer property and casualty (P&C) insurance directly to its customers.
Insurtech Faura has joined Guidewire’s Insurtech Vanguards program, an initiative led by property and casualty (P&C) cloud platform provider, Guidewire, to help insurers learn about the newest insurtechs and how to best leverage them.
Duck Creek Technologies has unveiled its Payments Marketplace, an end-to-end payment ecosystem designed to streamline transactions and enhance customer experiences for insurers worldwide.
Tesla has launched its first-ever insurance discount for drivers using its Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, offering savings of up to 10% on premiums for policyholders in Texas and Arizona.
SelectQuote Insurance Services, a leading Medicare broker, has announced a $350 million strategic investment from funds managed by Bain Capital, Morgan Stanley Private Credit, and Newlight Partners.
Vigil, a data platform for the annuity industry, has raised $1.3 million in pre-seed funding to expand its API-driven automation solutions for insurance carriers.
Business insurance startup Upcover has raised $19 million in funding to fuel its expansion, including $11 million in Series A investment led by RealVC, with participation from Antler Elevate, BetterLabs, and Gandel Invest.
IAG Firemark Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of general insurer IAG, has announced an investment in 7Analytics, a flood data platform that enhances insurers’ ability to assess flood risks in response to urbanisation and climate change.
San Diego-based XILO, a provider of quoting software for independent insurance agencies, has successfully raised $7.2 million in its latest Series A funding round.
Home insurance startup Openly has announced a $193 million growth financing round, bolstering its expansion efforts and reinforcing its position as a leader in the insurtech space.
Adapting to climate change: A call for flood risk collaboration among insurers, Government, and industry by Jonathan Jackson, CEO of Previsico
Discover how AI, climate change, and other forces are reshaping the insurance landscape. This list features five webinars to add to the diary, that offer valuable insights and explore innovative solutions for industry professionals.
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
AI is a long way off replacing the trust customers have in a human intermediary, crypto will provide new payment opportunities in the insurance industry – and attracting fresh talent has to start with mentorship and investment.
In this latest Thought Leadership piece, Derren Nisbet, CEO of Virtuoso QA discusses the human future of innovation as AI becomes omnipresent.
Legal & General (L&G) has announced the sale of its U.S. term life insurance business to Japan’s Meiji Yasuda for $2.3 billion, marking a significant shift in its U.S. operations.
Zurich is strengthening its European presence with the acquisition of 4Care (For Care SpA) in Italy, while simultaneously introducing key enhancements to its private client insurance products in the UK.
The insurance industry started 2025 with a wave of mergers and acquisitions, as companies sought to expand their market reach, strengthen capabilities, and enhance digital transformation efforts.
Trucordia has announced the acquisition of CADA Insurance Services’ insurance business, further strengthening its footprint in Louisiana.
World Insurance Associates, a Top 50 insurance brokerage, has announced the acquisition of Stern Insurance Group (SIG), based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
The Allstate Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to sell its Group Health business to Nationwide for $1.25 billion in cash, subject to closing adjustments and regulatory approvals.
Africa Specialty Risks (ASR) has appointed Sylvain Coutu as Head of Innovation and Sustainability, reinforcing its commitment to developing parametric insurance solutions in emerging markets.
Marsh has announced the appointment of Nigel Hinshelwood as Chair of Marsh Limited in the UK, effective March 31, 2025, pending regulatory approval. He will succeed Tom Colraine in the role.
The insurance industry is in constant motion, and this week has seen a flurry of significant talent shifts. Frm 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.
Lockton, the world’s largest independent insurance broker, has named Mark Jones as its new International Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.
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.
Lloyd’s, the world’s leading marketplace for insurance and reinsurance, has announced the appointment of Alexandra Cliff as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 1, 2025.
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.
McGill and Partners, the independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker, today announces the launch of Auton Green, an expansion of its fully digital, auto-follow facility, Auton, to include additional, market-leading capacity for onshore renewable energy risks.
Intelligent automation specialist, Neutrinos, has launched its AI Agent Composer, a cutting-edge platform designed to help insurers integrate AI-driven decision-making, automate complex tasks, and enhance customer engagement.
Zurich is strengthening its European presence with the acquisition of 4Care (For Care SpA) in Italy, while simultaneously introducing key enhancements to its private client insurance products in the UK.
Cytora has launched version 3.0 of its digital risk processing platform, featuring enhanced capabilities powered by agentic AI.
CLARK, Europe’s leading digital insurance broker, has introduced its first fully digital underwriting solution in the UK through its brand Polly.
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.
Intelligent automation specialist, Neutrinos, has launched its AI Agent Composer, a cutting-edge platform designed to help insurers integrate AI-driven decision-making, automate complex tasks, and enhance customer engagement.
Cytora has launched version 3.0 of its digital risk processing platform, featuring enhanced capabilities powered by agentic AI.
Duck Creek Technologies has unveiled its Payments Marketplace, an end-to-end payment ecosystem designed to streamline transactions and enhance customer experiences for insurers worldwide.
Zurich Insurance Group has signed a long-term carbon dioxide removal agreement with Nellie Technologies, marking a significant step in its corporate decarbonization strategy.
Tesla has launched its first-ever insurance discount for drivers using its Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, offering savings of up to 10% on premiums for policyholders in Texas and Arizona.
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.
Global insurance broker Howden has launched a new platform designed to assist clients in evaluating and addressing climate-related challenges.
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