Articles by Jipsa George
Roundtable: Building out from the back office
The hype over new technologies might have the industry excited. But there remains a question of whether these firms’ back offices are fit for purpose to enable them to maximise these customer facing investments. Against this backdrop, Post, in…
Analysis: The mystery of the missing Insurance Fraud Taskforce report
Three years ago, the government established an Insurance Fraud Taskforce with much fanfare. However, in the last 18 months, the project has gone quiet. A report from the latter half of 2017 has yet to be published. Post looks at what the holdup is.
Hyperion hires CFO to replace Oliver Corbett
Hyperion has hired Richard Houghton as chief financial officer, replacing Oliver Corbett.
This month: That sinking feeling
We may have enjoyed plenty of sunshine this summer, but spare a thought for the insurers. The ABI this week reported a record-breaking surge in subsidence claims.
Government call for evidence over discount rate revision
The government has launched a call for evidence ahead of a review of the current discount rate.
Aviva promises to 'reinvent' insurance and end dual pricing
Aviva will sell motor and household lines through a platform that will "reinvent" the way insurance is sold and tackle the issue of dual pricing.
Home Repair Network gets investment from VC firm
A US-based venture capital firm has invested in Home Repair Network.
Government moves a step closer to combustible cladding ban
As regulations for the combustible cladding ban for new and high-rise buildings progress in government, insurers say that they do not go far enough.
Plant theft claims on the rise as insurer reports 55% increase since 2013
Exclusive: Plant theft claims are to hit an all-time year high in 2018, Allianz has predicted.
Zurich hires MD from Allianz
Zurich appoints Allianz’s SME director, David Martin as the managing director of retail.
Thatcham appoints Jonathan Hewett as CEO
Thatcham Research has appointed Jonathan Hewett as CEO, replacing Peter Shaw.
Allianz CEO Bäte has contract extended
Allianz's board has extended the contact of global CEO Oliver Bäte until 2024.
Whiplash bill clears final hurdle before receiving Royal Assent
The Civil Liability Bill has been sent for Royal Assent after final amendments were approved by the House of Lords yesterday.
Insurtech funding in 2018 close to all time record
Insurtech start-ups deals reached $2.6bn (£2.3bn) in 2018, with a highest ever volume of 204 deals, research found.
Polaris appoints Gallagher’s Vivek Banga as MD
Polaris has hired Gallagher’s ex-chief digital officer Vivek Banga as its managing director.
Industry raises £50,000 for dementia research
Insurance firms came together to raise £50,000 in support of dementia research.
Insured losses for the California wildfires could hit $13bn
Insured losses from the California wildfires could be between $9bn (£7bn) and $13bn (£10bn), RMS estimates.
Lemonade rival Hippo secures $70m in funding
Lemonade rival insurtech Hippo has secured $70m (£55m) in Series C funding, led by Felicis Ventures and Lennar Corporation.
Sedgwick expects revenue in Ireland to grow up to 15% following acquisitions
Exclusive: The loss adjuster's latest purchase, Sproule Graham, will rebrand under the Sedgwick Ireland banner and the group has revealed that it expects to see a revenue increase of 10-15% in its Ireland division.
Telematics insurance cuts younger drivers' claims losses by a third
Telematics insurance has helped insurers to curb on claims losses by a third among younger drivers, according to research.
Harris Balcombe sees investment from three partners
Harris Balcombe has seen investment from three equity partners to bolster its growth plans.
Week in Post: Spotlight falls on Banks
The spotlight has been on Arron Banks this week but we've also seen some major business acquisitions.
Sedgwick acquires Irish liability adjusters
Sedgwick has acquired Ireland-based loss adjuster Sproule Graham.
Gang of five jailed over fraud claims worth £1m
Five members of an organised crime group have been jailed for a combined sentence of 14 years for defrauding insurers.