Technology
Swinton's Richard Beaven on getting personal
The disruptive rise of price comparison websites is well-documented. This has prolonged the lifespan of an outdated business model where insurers and brokers compete on price, and price alone, argues Richard Beaven, distribution director for Swinton…
Firms that have made Brexit contingency plans may face difficulties, FCA says
The Financial Conduct Authority said Brexit contingency plans of some companies could cause them "difficulties" in future.
Extreme cyber attack could cost as much as Superstorm Sandy, says Lloyd’s
A major global cyber attack could trigger $53bn of economic losses, the equivalent 2012’s Superstorm Sandy, according to a report from Lloyd’s.
Blog: Retaining and empowering staff with technology
Where news is dominated by the concept of data enrichment and there is talk of a ‘technical revolution’ we find ourselves in the middle of a steadfast digital age.
Co-op Insurance weighing up FCA sandbox application to boost digital presence
Co-op insurance is considering submitting an application to the FCA’s Sandbox and is aiming to make the business even more digital.
Willis Towers Watson's Liz Lister on the benefits of specialist knowledge
The only absolute certainty in today’s modern world is change. Change creates new risks for all businesses, whether they are based in the north or south of the country, have international reach or are mid-market organisations.
33% of insurance customers 'will request for their data to be deleted'
One in three insurance customers will exercise their right to be forgotten under the General Data Protection Regulation.
Usage-based motor start-up By Miles gains FCA authorisation
Usage-based motor start-up By Miles has received Financial Conduct Authority authorisation.
Elton John and Axa invest in AI platform
Sir Elton John has invested in a cultural Artificial Intelligence platform alongside Axa Strategic Ventures, in a $6.5m (£5.05m) closing round.
Ageas's Bart De Smet on why insurers don't need start-ups to innovate
The hype around insurtech start-ups should not overshadow the in-house innovations coming from incumbent insurance companies, writes Ageas’s CEO Bart De Smet, defending the ‘internal incubator’ model.
Digital payment company to speed up claims payment
Digital claims payment company Optal is in talks with major UK insurers.
L&G to offer leak detector to home clients
Legal & General has partnered with Home Serve to offer Leak Bot to its home insurance customers.
Go Compare on track for 22% boost in half-year earnings
Price comparison site Go Compare has said it's on track for a 22% leap in earnings for the six-month period ending 30 June 2017.
Life is a breach: What the GDPR changes for insurers
Insurers will face stricter data rules but these may help them grow the cyber market, write Mark Estafanous and Kate Payne, solicitor and partner at Elborne Mitchell.
Blog: How to play the digital game
Transforming an established business to exploit the new touchpoints made available by digital is no easy task but it's a necessity that the full breadth of the insurance industry has woken up to, writes Robin Wolstenholme, senior marketing specialist at…
Data breaches reported by insurance companies doubles in the last year
The number of data breaches reported to the Information Commissioner’s office by financial service companies has risen by 23%.
This Month: Prizes, picnics and personalities
Taxis working the Royal Albert Hall patch this week had their hands and seats full, chauffeuring well-dressed ladies and gentlemen to the prestigious British Insurance Awards
Blog: Setting the pace for change
Technologies such as driverless cars, telematics and the connected home are changing the world of insurance, with the need for more modularisation of coverages, and components that can be used in different ways to suit particular niches and markets. Dean…
LMA satellite service launches for nat cat claims
The Lloyd’s Market Association is to fund a satellite imagery and intelligence service that will enable improvements to claims processes and exposure management before and after a natural catastrophe.
Analysis: London’s global reinsurance market share falling as rivals take a bigger slice
London Matters Report highlights key areas of concern
When cyber gets physical
Recent events such as the Wanna Cry ransomware attack and British Airways’ computer outage have helped to drive sales of cyber insurance, but there are concerns that a significant part of the risk is being overlooked
Insurers must focus on cyber risk accumulation exposure: PRA
Insurers must get a grip on their cyber risk management to fully understand their cyber exposure, the industry watchdog has said.