Insurtech
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.
Q&A: Alan Dean, CoverForYou & Outbacker
Alan Dean, managing director for travel insurance firms CoverForYou and Outbacker, discusses rising fraud levels, what's driving travel insurance complaints, and encouraging customers to engage with their policies.
Big Interview: Ernesto Suarez, Gigasure
Ernesto Suarez, CEO of Gigasure, outlines his plan to turn the recently launched travel MGA into the neo-bank of insurance.
Buzzwords vs capabilities: Deciphering insurance cloud solutions
Insurers can benefit from embracing SaaS insurance cloud solutions that streamline operations, enhance agility and provide reliable services. However, understanding the technical landscape can be challenging.
Spotlight: Inclusive payment options are a must in a digital world
As insurers pursue the path to smoother digital journeys and payments, they risk losing customers who find themselves ‘digitally excluded’.
Spotlight: Effortless online journeys with a smooth payments system
Insurance customers parting with their hard-earned money don’t wish to be inconvenienced by delays, cancellations or avoidable issues.
2024 European Insurance Technology Awards winners revealed
Today, Insurance Post is delighted to announce the winners of 2024 European Insurance Technology Awards.
Spotlight: Is insurance ready to go multichannel on payments?
This content sheds light on Access PaySuite’s research on payments in the insurance Sector, the increasing importance of multichannel options and how insurers can ensure that all policyholders have access to secure and convenient payment options.
Bridging the insurance talent gap with AI
Today’s insurance industry is thriving with innovative technologies and next-generation products. But a shrinking headcount due to retiring baby boomers and a shortage of younger workers could jeopardise a bright future.
AI transformation: Unveiling its generative power with Microsoft and OpenAI
Insurtech has been revolutionised by advancements in AI technology, especially, Gen AI, which continues to transform underwriting, customer service and fraud detection.
AI insurtechs dominate Q3 funding
Artificial intelligence-centred insurtechs dominated funding in the third quarter of 2024, securing $897.4m (£691.2m) across 29 deals, according to Gallagher Re.
AI and insurance: Hype or reality?
AI’s central place in the future of insurance is secure. After much hype, when can insurers start reaping the benefits and how can they prepare for the future?
Upcoming webinar: How is the delegated authority business changing in the digital age?
With The Lloyd’s Market Association crunching the findings of its market-wide consultation on the new Computable Binding Authority Agreement (CBAA) model, bordereaux management is entering a new era.
Transforming insurance: Strategic budgeting for a digital-first future
The insurance industry is at a pivotal moment where digital transformation is no longer a choice but a necessity. So, how do you decide what to prioritise in next year’s budget to accelerate your journey into a data-driven P&C insurance organisation?
Why insurers should get ready for Dora rules now
With the Digital Operational Resilience Act coming into force on 17 January, Rowan Armstrong, partner at Browne Jacobson, says it is vital that UK-based insurers operating in the European Union embrace enhanced digital operational resilience testing,…
Allianz, RSA and Zurich to debate threat of AI in insurance fraud
With digital manipulation threatening to put additional pressure on claims handlers, as deception becomes harder to spot.
Could climate change drive an insurance availability crisis?
Climate change is one of the greatest, long-term risks facing the insurance sector.
Webinar: Is it time the ABI GTA had specific rates for electric vehicles to change insurers' attitudes?
With over a million electric vehicles on UK roads, they are becoming increasingly important for motor insurers in managing portfolio growth and claims costs.
Verisk London 2024: Key takeaways
In the fourth and final video recorded at the Verisk Insurance Conference in London, Insurance Post content director Jonathan Swift spoke to delegates and speakers about the lessons they learned at this year’s event.
Spotlight: Why insurance can't afford to ignore RegTech
Within the insurance industry, regulatory pressures are intensifying, operational costs are soaring, and the ever-present threat of compliance violations could destabilise entire businesses.
Personalise insurance or fall foul of disruptors
The potential of personalisation and embedded insurance continue to excite the insurance market. David Worsfold explores what progress is being made and whether the innovation is being driven by mainstream players, disruptors or a combination of the two.
Spotlight: Tackling insurance's regulatory tsunami
Waves of regulatory initiatives are driving up costs, reducing profitability and slowing down business for insurance firms. This spotlight focuses on how insurance firms can respond to these challenges and address the regulatory tsunami.