Fraud
Intelligence behind the fraud patterns that matter
Synectics Solutions’ new Signals report uncovers the critical fraud patterns impacting insurers. Based on insights from National SIRA and the counter-fraud community, this report reveals where hidden exposure is building, how fraud moves across the ecosystem and where focus should turn next.
How 3D inspection tech is transforming insurance
How advances in inspection technology, including the integration of drone imagery with ground-based Lidar scanning, are giving insurers unprecedented visibility of assets and buildings is examined by Rachel Gordon.
The future of insurance payment processing: AI, automation and beyond
Imagine a world where insurance payments are processed within minutes, fraud detection happens in real-time, and customers never face delays in claim payouts. This blog explores how emerging technologies are transforming insurance payment processing and…
IFB’s Jallow reveals new strategies to fight insurance fraud
Trade Voice: Ursula Jallow, director of the Insurance Fraud Bureau, warns fraud never stops evolving but by collaborating, sharing intelligence, and embracing smarter technology, the insurance industry can stay ahead.
AI embedding across customer journey will define winners
The insurance industry’s future winners will be providers that deploy artificial intelligence effectively across the entire customer journey to drive repeat business, according to Philippe Knepfler, chief innovation officer at Covéa Affinity.
Government’s deregulation would worsen home insurance outlook
Louise Clark, general insurance policy manager at the Association of British Insurers, has urged the government to reconsider proposals to further relax building regulations following the close of a recent consultation.
Webinar: Watch Blink, Collinson and Visa discuss the reality of instant claims
The insurance sector is still weighed down by inefficiencies and fragmented processes when it comes to claims servicing and settlement.
Alps’ landlord support; Pen’s PI expansion; QBE’s partner
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Allianz catches record number of fraud cases in 2025
Allianz UK identified a record 34,200 fraud cases last year, saving nearly £174m.
Crypto adds a dangerous new twist to insurance fraud
Crypto’s speed and anonymity are making it easier for criminals to disguise fraudulent insurance activity. Fiona Nicolson examines what insurers are doing to rethink detection and governance.
Deepfake fraud is becoming more difficult to spot
40% of people are not able to spot a real image of damage included as part of an insurance claim, as artificial intelligence increases in its ability to deceive.
FCA outlines insurance regulation plans
The Financial Conduct Authority has promised to improve access to insurance, scrutinise claims handling, get to grips with artificial intelligence and cyber risks, plus slash red tape over the year ahead.
Wrisk and Kia; Hiscox's grad programme; Aviva's branch manager
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Ex-copper comes a cropper for defrauding insurance shoppers
Five people, including a former police officer, have been arrested following an operation by the City of London Police, the Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department and the Metropolitan Police Service.
Big Interview: Chris Hall, QuestGates
After more than half a century working his way up from trainee at Commercial Union to CEO of one of the UK’s largest independent loss adjusting groups, Chris Hall’s wife wanted him to consider retiring.
Ecclesiastical sees 20% uptick in fraud detection
Ecclesiastical Insurance’s claims team investigated more than 280 cases of suspected fraudulent activity during 2025, representing a 20% increase on 2024.
What the rise in ghost broking scams means for insurers
Emma Fuller, member of the motor sector focus team at Forum of Insurance Lawyers, outlines what insurers can do to tackle the uptick in ghost broking scams.
Chief claims officer lifts the lid on how Allianz caught £93m of fraud
Allianz chief claims officer Matt Cox has told attendees at the ITC London conference that the insurer was able to create a “hostile environment” for fraudsters without damaging customer experience through using voice analytics technology.
60 Seconds With... Woodgate & Clark’s Ian Stevens
Ian Stevens, director of liability operations at Woodgate & Clark, had to deal with a fraudulent claim involving electric underpants, is far from a pen pusher and can’t tell a lie.
Serial fraudster jailed for exaggerated bag claim
A man has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation and breaching a Serious Crime Prevention Order.
Collaboration is the only way to close the travel claims gap
Mike Brown, head of fraud at law firm Weightmans, argues that without shared claims data, travel insurers remain exposed to opportunistic fraud that costs the industry millions.