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Caitlyn Jones

Caitlyn Jones tackles the world of Employment Law and FinTech Insurance in her work. Employment Law is a key area across all businesses, and Caitlyn brings an eagle eye for detail to her writing, ensuring processes, procedures, and the latest rules and legislation are always uncovered, dissected, and made easy to apply. 
HR Nightmare: Supervisor Fires Employees Over Text; Company Faces Lawsuit and Pays $400,000 in Settlement
Employment Law
HR Nightmare: Supervisor Fires Employees Over Text; Company Faces Lawsuit and Pays $400,000 in Settlement

As an HR professional, one of the toughest aspects of the job is having to terminate employees. However, what if the termination process takes an unexpected turn, with a supervisor going rogue and firing employees through text messages? This unimaginable scenario recently unfolded, shedding light on the importance of maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace environment. Scenario: A supervisor fires

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Transforming Insurance Claim Processing: The Power of Document Scanning Mobile Apps
FinTech Insurance
Transforming Insurance Claim Processing: The Power of Document Scanning Mobile Apps

In the digital age, insurance companies face the challenge of efficiently processing large volumes of paperwork. Document scanning has become a crucial aspect of streamlining operations and expediting claims processing. Fortunately, there’s an alternative solution that combines efficiency and user-friendliness – implementing a Web SDK for document scanning directly through browsers. This article explores how implementing a Web SDK simplifies

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Revolutionizing Insurance: Federato and Google Cloud Team Up to Advance AI-Driven Risk Management
FinTech Insurance
Revolutionizing Insurance: Federato and Google Cloud Team Up to Advance AI-Driven Risk Management

Federato, a leading provider of underwriting solutions, has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Google Cloud. This strategic alliance aims to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into Federato’s RiskOps underwriting platform. By leveraging the power of AI, the partnership aims to revolutionize the way underwriters make decisions and enhance their ability to focus on price-competitive opportunities. Benefits of AI

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Excel No More: Why Insurance Companies Need to Embrace Modern Pricing Tools
FinTech Insurance
Excel No More: Why Insurance Companies Need to Embrace Modern Pricing Tools

The insurance industry has long relied on Excel as a go-to tool for pricing in both the insurance and reinsurance sectors. However, as market dynamics continue to evolve, it has become increasingly evident that Excel is no longer the optimal solution. This article examines the limitations of Excel as a pricing tool in the insurance sector and explores the pressing

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Revolutionizing Insurance Shopping: Better Home & Finance Launches Digital Homeowners Insurance Product
FinTech Insurance
Revolutionizing Insurance Shopping: Better Home & Finance Launches Digital Homeowners Insurance Product

Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ:BETR, BETRW) has recently unveiled Better Insurance, a groundbreaking end-to-end, white-labeled solution that enables customers to purchase homeowners insurance through a fully online experience. Recognized as the leading digital homeownership company, Better Home & Finance is also the first fintech lender to achieve $100 billion in funded loans. This latest innovation is offered by

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Revolutionizing Small Business Insurance: Layr Secures $10M Funding for Its Innovative Brokerage Platform
FinTech Insurance
Revolutionizing Small Business Insurance: Layr Secures $10M Funding for Its Innovative Brokerage Platform

Layr, a leading Insurtech company focused on independent commercial insurance brokerages, recently announced the successful completion of its latest funding round, securing a significant investment of $10 million. This infusion of funds will further propel Layr’s mission to revolutionize the insurance tech landscape by bringing a digital and data-driven shift to the intricate manual workflows inherent in small business insurance.

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Travelers Companies Makes a Strategic Leap into Cyber Insurance with $435M Acquisition of Corvus Insurance Holdings
FinTech Insurance
Travelers Companies Makes a Strategic Leap into Cyber Insurance with $435M Acquisition of Corvus Insurance Holdings

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) has recently announced its plans to acquire Corvus Insurance Holdings, Inc. for approximately $435 million. This strategic move will accelerate Travelers’ access to cutting-edge cyber capabilities in line with its long-term roadmap. The acquisition includes advanced underwriting algorithms, sophisticated cyber vulnerability scanning tools, and enhanced digital connectivity to customers and distribution partners. Importance of

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Managing Intermittent FMLA Leave for Remote Employees – Overcoming Challenges and Ensuring Compliance
Employment Law
Managing Intermittent FMLA Leave for Remote Employees – Overcoming Challenges and Ensuring Compliance

The increasing remote workforce has presented unique challenges for employers when it comes to managing intermittent Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave. The flexibility offered by remote work arrangements can make tracking and monitoring intermittent leave more complex. However, with proper planning and adherence to the Department of Labor’s guidance, employers can effectively manage this process. Department of Labor’s

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Empowering Inclusive Insurance: Inclusivity Solutions Bags $1.5M in Extended Investment Round
FinTech Insurance
Empowering Inclusive Insurance: Inclusivity Solutions Bags $1.5M in Extended Investment Round

Inclusivity Solutions, a leading insurtech company, has set its sights on solidifying its presence in at least 12 African markets by the close of 2024. With a mission to provide accessible insurance solutions to underserved populations, the company integrates simple insurance products into platforms and services that consumers are already familiar with, ensuring protection for life, health, and businesses. Integration

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Akur8’s Next Chapter: Partnership Expansion with Guidewire and Recent Investment Boost
FinTech Insurance
Akur8’s Next Chapter: Partnership Expansion with Guidewire and Recent Investment Boost

Akur8, the next-generation insurance pricing solution, announced today a significant expansion of their partnership with Guidewire, including the company’s recent investment in Akur8. This strategic collaboration highlights the disruptive potential of combining Akur8’s innovative pricing technology with Guidewire’s industry-leading platform, revolutionizing insurance pricing and underwriting. Fundraising initiative for strategic partnerships To further enable and enhance its capabilities, Akur8 recently conducted

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Revolutionizing Insurance Claims: An In-depth Look at CLARAty.ai, CLARA Analytics’ Cutting-Edge AI System
FinTech Insurance
Revolutionizing Insurance Claims: An In-depth Look at CLARAty.ai, CLARA Analytics’ Cutting-Edge AI System

Introducing CLARA Analytics and its new CLARAty.ai platform, which leverages the power of AI technology to optimize the insurance claims process. This groundbreaking platform aims to assist claims professionals in resolving claims efficiently and at lower costs, while providing valuable insights from traditional core systems. Benefits of CLARAty.ai CLARAty.ai offers numerous benefits for claims professionals, revolutionizing their approach to claims

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Revolutionizing Insurance Claims Processing: Arturo’s Groundbreaking AI-Powered Solution
FinTech Insurance
Revolutionizing Insurance Claims Processing: Arturo’s Groundbreaking AI-Powered Solution

In the insurance industry, understanding the impact of claims events on a portfolio is crucial for carriers to make informed decisions. Arturo’s claims module offers an extensive understanding of the material impact of claims events, revolutionizing the insurance landscape. With its AI-powered solution, carriers can streamline their claims processes, prioritize effectively, and enhance customer interactions. Streamlining Claims Processes Arturo’s AI-powered

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