In a bid to close critical coverage gaps in coastal Texas, Florida, and the Eastern Seaboard, Annex Risk has successfully implemented the true cloud-native insurance policy core platform, Socotra Connected Core. This move highlights Annex Risk’s commitment to adopting a digitally-forward approach and revolutionizing the insurance industry. Algorithmic Underwriting and Capacity Annex Risk’s platform combines algorithmic underwriting and capacity, empowering
As the threat of cyber attacks continues to rise, businesses of all sizes are facing an increased need for comprehensive cyber insurance coverage. In response to this growing demand, QBE North America has partnered with Managing General Agency (MGA) Converge to launch a new cyber insurance program. With Converge as the program administrator, this initiative aims to provide tailored cyber
Ennabl, an innovator in the InsurTech industry, has successfully completed its Series A fundraising round, securing $8 million in investments. The round was led by Brewer Lane Ventures, highlighting confidence in Ennabl’s disruptive potential within the insurance brokerage sector. Ennabl’s data analytics platform, powered by machine learning, empowers insurance brokers and agencies to streamline their processes and drive growth. The
A congressman from Texas has embarked on an impassioned campaign, spending the day on the steps of the U.S. Capitol to push for federal safety standards that prioritize the well-being of workers laboring under extreme heat conditions. As temperatures soar across the country, it has become increasingly crucial to establish regulations that protect workers from heat-related illnesses and injuries. This
Embroker, the digital platform revolutionizing business insurtech, is thrilled to unveil its strategic partnerships with Dashlane and Cowbell. These collaborations enable Embroker to offer exceptional cyber protection services to its customers, emphasizing the importance of prevention and risk management. With the growing threat of cyberattacks, these partnerships bring essential tools and resources to Embroker’s insurtech platform, ensuring businesses can stay
Che Garibaldi, the owner and operator of Taqueria Garibaldi, has been ordered by a federal court to pay $140,000 in back wages and damages to 35 restaurant employees. This ruling comes after allegations surfaced that the establishment used a priest to coerce workers into confessing their supposed “workplace sins.” The incident has drawn attention and condemnation from the U.S. Department
Life insurance is a crucial financial protection that homeowners should consider when purchasing a new home. Recognizing the importance of a seamless and frictionless application process, Haven Life, a leading digital life insurance agency, has partnered with Blend, a digital lending platform, to provide an efficient and streamlined experience for homeowners. This collaboration aims to make life insurance more accessible
In a proactive move to safeguard workers’ rights and protect them from discriminatory practices, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) recently introduced the No Robot Bosses Act. This legislation aims to address concerns over the increasing use of automated decision systems by employers in making employment decisions. Alongside this act, the senators also introduced the Exploitative Workplace
In a groundbreaking decision, an appellate court has ruled that Disney is obligated to pay its employees a living wage, as mandated by a Living Wage Ordinance (LWO). The employees alleged that their employers failed to pay them a living wage since January 1, 2019, in violation of the LWO, which applies to hospitality employers in the Anaheim or Disneyland
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, insurance providers are constantly seeking ways to optimize their processes and streamline their services. Recognizing the importance of accurate and comprehensive property data in the quotation process, leading general insurance quotation provider Source Insurance has further enhanced its partnership with property data experts, Whenfresh. This collaboration aims to leverage advanced technologies and data enrichment
In today’s rapidly evolving insurance industry, insurtech companies are revolutionizing the way insurance is bought, sold, and managed. With their dynamic and technology-driven approach, insurtech firms have emerged as disruptors, offering innovative solutions that meet the ever-changing needs of customers. This article delves into the key traits that set top insurtech companies apart, focusing on their adaptability, global reach, customer-oriented
Noncompete agreements have become a hot topic of debate in recent years, as their impact on workers’ ability to seek employment with a competitor has raised concerns. Now, as states across the country continue to enact their own comprehensive noncompete reforms, it appears that changes at the federal level are also on the horizon, potentially affecting U.S. employers in significant
