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Online insurer launches mobile wallet protection
Online mobile phone insurance specialists insurance2go.uk is claiming to be the first insurer to offer consumers protection for mobile wallet technology.
Mobile phone insurance: We've got your number
Mobile phone insurance is a high-frequency claims product but has been criticised by the ombudsman and consumer groups. Ralph Savage reviews the sector to discover if this niche is offering value for money.
European extended warranty market for mobile gadgets to hit €7bn by 2014
Extended warranties and insurance for mobile gadgets and telephones are outgrowing those for non-mobile white, brown and grey goods.
Technology - Mobile apps: The age of the app
App fever is infiltrating every aspect of our lives — and the insurance industry is no exception — but while the benefits a quality app can bring are undeniable, there are a number of pitfalls to avoid, says Ian Singer.
Junction sees huge boost after B&B buy
A year after its acquisition of Bradford & Bingley's motor and home insurance business, Junction claims to have boosted new home policies by 200%, increased sales on its smaller motor book by 1000% and improved renewal rates by 25%. The firm has now…
Affinity partnerships: Perfect service
What makes a truly successful affinity partnership? Mike Caidan looks at how this market is changing, demands are rising and discusses how proactivity, innovation and flexibility are vital.
Telematics insurer targets 60 000 policies by year end
Curfew-based telematics products for young drivers will not only fail to improve behaviour and accident statistics, but the business model is also flawed. That was the warning issued by Mike Brockman, founder and joint CEO of Insure the Box, as he…
ICO joins text pest group to boost regulatory power
An Information Commissioner's Office with "bigger teeth" and greater regulatory powers is set to become the latest member to join the Ministry of Justice-led anti-claims text group.
Editor's comment: an unfamiliar feeling
As they head off for a well-earned break over the Easter weekend, UK motor insurers may well be struck by an unfamiliar feeling. Contentment.
MoJ and mobile operators join forces to eliminate text pests
The Ministry of Justice is to set up a dedicated working group with the UK's major mobile phone operators to tackle the problem of unsolicited text messaging from claims management firms.
E-business: Five insurers set for direct mobile launches by 2012
The future is bright for mobile technology as it becomes an increasingly important distribution channel for insurance products and services, according to Swiftcover head of innovation Ambarish Mitra.
E-business: Wishman: mobile e-commerce has finally arrived
Mobile technology has "finally arrived" in the insurance space and now is the time to develop a mobile online strategy, according to LV group e-commerce director Paul Wishman.
Assurant Solutions partners on Protection Pack for O2 in Germany
Telefónica O2 Germany and Assurant Solutions, have jointly developed a new protection pack for mobile phones and Iphones in Germany.
Assurant Solutions partners on Protection Pack for O2 in Germany
Telefónica O2 Germany and Assurant Solutions, have jointly developed a new protection pack for mobile phones and Iphones in Germany.
Mobile technology - Brokers: How can technology benefit the way brokers do business
With more advanced smartphones and tablet computers, Rachel Gordon asks if mobile technology is merely the latest passing fad, or the shape of the future for the broking community.
Insurance landscape - Household past: Stiff competition
A perception exists that household claims lag behind motor claims in terms of innovation and new entrants are challenging the traditional loss adjusting model. Stephanie Denton examines the impact of this on the market.
Mobile-friendly Postonline offers news and views on the move
Post has launched a mobile-friendly version of its award-winning website, allowing subscribers to read all the latest news, views and analysis on their mobiles as well as search the full archive, post their own comments and much more.
Claims supplement - Where next for claims?: Fully equipped
Ajoy Menon and Renuka Sridhar look at the changing face of claims management and the tough decisions that need to be taken.
Evolution launches Iphone app for brokers
Evolution Underwriting has launched a service that allows brokers to manage customers, policies and quotations via their Iphones.
PSTF: Thunderhead boss: learn from 'disruptive' tech
The insurance market should seize the potential of "disruptive" technologies, rather than simply focus on the "enablers" to tap into their customers of the future.
PSTF: Swiftcover brand boosted by non-insurance Iphone app
Swiftcover has strengthened its brand through placing itself at the "forefront" of the Iphone app industry according to a senior figure at the firm.
PSTF: Customer advocacy is key in social media age
Insurance companies need to stop chasing the pack when it comes to mobile technology, but do it in a joined-up way and pay more attention to the power of customer advocacy in the social media age.
PSTF: Senior execs at IT turning point
Jem Eskenazi, chief information officer at Groupama, told delegates the advent of technology in the insurance market was "nothing new", but added senior management are more receptive than ever to embrace technology.
Postonline launches new mobile friendly web service
Post has launched a new mobile friendly version of its award winning website allowing subscribers to read all the latest news, views and analysis on their mobiles as well as search the full archive, post their own comments and much much more.