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Analysis: We Work and Softbank saga could push insurtechs and insurers to partner up
Amid rumblings in the tech sector and trouble at We Work, which could drive more insurtechs to seek a sale to incumbents, Lemonade has reportedly put its initial public offering on hold.
Blog: What could CEO Penny James bring to Direct Line?
Jonathan Swift reflects on whether Direct Line's new "understated" and "inquisitive" CEO Penny James might be the right person at the right time, given the on-going pricing review.
Wider sector may face similar scrutiny to 'too big to fail' insurers
In 2020 the International Association of Insurance Supervisors hopes to make key changes to how systemic risk in the insurance sector is measured and dealt with, in a move that could see more insurers face similar scrutiny to 'too big to fail' insurers…
Blog: Mark Wilson the surefire hit as Aviva CEO, who lost the trust
Following yesterday's announcement by Aviva that Mark Wilson is to step down as group CEO of Aviva, Jonathan Swift reflects on why the move was not such the "shock" some painted it as.
Interview: Ali Crossley, BGL
In less than a year in her new role as managing director for Junction and BGL Customer Services, Ali Crossley has helped implement more than 100 digital improvements across the group's brands.
JLT appoints head of employee benefits in Singapore
Global broker JLT has appointed an experienced head of employee benefits in Singapore.
Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2017: the winners
AIA, FWD and Prudential led the way at the Hong Kong Insurance Awards unveiled on 26 October at the Intercontinental Hotel, Tsim Sha Tsui.
Dive In to delve into the 'Diversity Dividend'
The 'Diversity Dividend' is the theme of the third edition of the Dive In festival taking place in September.
QBE hires Baxter as Gould moves to claims in Australia
QBE Australia and New Zealand has appointed Mark Baxter as chief risk officer.
Prudential CEO pay drops 30% in 2016
Prudential CEO Mike Wells' pay fell by a third to £6.9m 2016, the insurer's annual report has shown.
Prudential has ‘barely scratched the surface’ in Asia: Wells
Asian insurance markets continue to offer significant opportunity for international financial services group Prudential, the company’s CEO has said.
Asia drives growth as Prudential operating profit soars
Prudential, the international financial services group, has reported record group operating profit of £4.26bn in 2016 thanks to double digit-growth in Asia.
Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2016: The Winners
Manulife and Prudential both won three awards at the Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2016.
Asia Analysis: Hong Kong's electric roads
The growing popularity of electric vehicles in Hong Kong is creating opportunities and challenges for motor insurers writes Nicky Burridge.
Career file: Jack Howell
Zurich has appointed Jack Howell as its new Asia-Pacific CEO. He is expected to join the company on 1 September and will be based in Taikoo, Hong Kong.
Howell resigns from Generali Asia
Post understands Jack Howell, regional officer for Generali Asia, has resigned.
ABI appoints four industry ‘big-hitters’ to board
Senior figures from AIG, Zurich, Prudential and Scottish Widows have been appointed to the board of the Association of British Insurers.
Regulators agree capital requirements for world's nine largest insurers
The world's largest insurers will need to ensure they are holding more capital after a G20 Financial Stability Board-sponsored assessment.
Chinese firms top reputation survey
China-based companies have taken the top two spots in Millward Brown’s annual Brandz survey to find the top rated insurers.
Generali hires from Prudential for Asia GI and life role
Generali has appointed Jack Howell as regional officer for Asia after Sergio di Caro was promoted to global head of employee benefits.
Cullum, Oliver, Thiam and Henderson back the Conservatives
Four well-known senior managers in the market have joined 99 other business leaders and backed the Conservatives for the 2015 general election in a letter.
Prudential CEO Thiam departs to lead Credit Suisse
Credit Suisse has appointed Prudential CEO Tidjane Thiam to lead the business ahead of the departure of the investment bank’s longstanding CEO Brady Dougan.
Prudential finance director James joins Admiral board
Admiral has appointed Prudential's finance director Penny James as a non-executive director.
Review of the Year: Health
Health insurance personalities reflect on the past year and look forward to 2015, with high hopes for improving the profile of health insurance through technology – as well as addressing issues surrounding costs and implementing a more holistic approach…