Technology
Half of businesses have reported incidents with lithium batteries
A survey conducted by Aviva has revealed the proportion of firms that have experienced incidents involving devices that contain lithium-ion batteries.
How AI can solve communication pain points in insurance
Ruban Phukan, co-founder and CEO of generative AI platform GoodGist, says there are plenty of communication pain points that artificial intelligence has its work cut out to solve.
Four biggest challenges facing insurers in 2025 revealed
To get you ready for the next 12 months, Insurance Post uncovers four things you need to know about what 2025 holds in store for the industry, according to analysts.
Evolution of insurance in the era of generative AI
Richard Hartley, CEO and co-founder of insurtech Cytora, explains how insurance roles are evolving as a result of generative AI and the new jobs being created within businesses because of this technology.
Why more insurers should support vulnerability database
Martyn Mathews, managing director of SSP Broker, urges insurers to support the Vulnerability Registration Service, which enables consumers to confirm they are vulnerable allowing providers to ensure they are treated appropriately.
Diary of an Insurer: Moonrock Drone Insurance's Simon Ritterband
The final Diary of an Insurer of 2024 is truly out of this world, with Simon Ritterband, managing director and founder of Moonrock Drone Insurance, utilising his ADHD as a superpower and aiming to ensure his weekend doesn't blur into his working week.
60 Seconds With... Acini's Rafał Durasiewicz
Rafał Durasiewicz, co-founder of Acini, is the superhero of Toyland, shares his love of craft beer, and would like to ensure artificial intelligence remains under human control and is used for good purposes.
Was 2024 the ‘Year of Reality Check’ for insurtechs?
Content Director's View: With territorial withdrawals and scaling back on products, Jonathan Swift asks whether 2024 represented the year the UK insurtech space got a reality check; and mulls whether a second Summer of Insurtech could soon be around the…
The future of embedded insurance: Integrating digital strategies
Embedded insurance is when insurance coverage is seamlessly integrated into the purchase of a product or service.
Marshmallow cuts losses by 98.7% as turnover hits £184m
Insurtech unicorn Marshmallow has revealed that it is close to turning a profit after its losses shrunk by 98.7%.
Q&A: Lauren France, DWF Law
After being named Unsung Hero of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2024, DWF's specialist manager and deputy head of organised fraud Lauren France talks about the work being done to combat fraud, what threats are on the horizon, and how new…
Making sure Father Christmas is covered
Insurance Post editor Emma Ann Hughes has made a list of Santa Claus’s risks and got the insurance industry’s leading lights to check it twice in order to recommend products plus services for the man tasked with delivering a holly, jolly Christmas this…
Roundtable: Staying ahead of insurance fraud
At a recent roundtable discussion, hosted by Insurance Post in association with LexisNexis Risk Solutions, an expert panel discussed the trends insurers are seeing around fraud, and the solutions firms are deploying to keep up with the increasingly…
Insurtech Review of the Year 2024
2024 was a busy year for insurtechs as insurers looked to make the most of artificial intelligence plus data analytics, but sector leaders reckon the industry will push the boundaries of digital transformation even further in 2025.
ManyPets co-founder joins Bikmo as chair
Cycle insurer Bikmo has appointed Steven Mendel, co-founder of ManyPets and former CEO of its parent company ManyGroup as chair, subject to approval from the Financial Conduct Authority.
Beazley’s Cox names energy demand and ‘AI washing’ as risks for 2025
Beazley CEO Adrian Cox has highlighted increased demand for energy and “AI washing” as emerging risks the insurer will be keeping an eye on next year.
Using AI in insurance underwriting for accelerated time-to-value
By turning to AI in insurance underwriting, insurers can avoid costly delays, streamline processes, improve accuracy, and create an optimal customer experience.
Hiscox’s Wrigglesworth on how to evolve an insurer’s tech estate
View from the Top: Ian Wrigglesworth, chief technology officer at Hiscox UK, considers the challenge of designing a tech strategy in a fast-changing world.
Q&A: Venkat Sathyamurthy, Tractable AI
Venkat Sathyamurthy, newly appointed CEO of Tractable AI, discusses his journey to the top of the insurtech and his plans for the company’s next stage of artificial intelligence focused growth.
Ireland construction trends: Industry report
HSB's report considers the key trends that are influencing Ireland’s construction market prospects and impacting construction insurance risks, from the small tool theft epidemic to the modern technologies which could enable the high demand for…
Insurance claims process automation: Three areas to automate
New and advanced technologies are paving the way for smoother, more efficient claims handling. Claims processing automation can streamline routine tasks, reduce risk of errors, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Three things to look for in an automated underwriting system
Intelligent automation including AI can free up underwriters to focus on high-impact tasks. However, to provide meaningful improvements to the underwriting process, automation needs to be carried out effectively.
Why the NHS needs cyber insurers’ help
Tom Draper, head of insurance, UK, at Coalition, explains how the NHS is vulnerable to cyber attacks and explains ways insurers can come to the rescue of the nation's healthcare provider.
60 Seconds With... Machine Learning Programs' Damian Baxter
Damian Baxter, CEO of Machine Learning Programs, reveals how Sir Alan Sugar's loss is insurance's gain, would like to be Captain Jack Sparrow and can't stand ironing.