AXA UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Alain Zweibrucker as the CEO of AXA Retail, pending regulatory approval, effective from 2nd January 2024. This significant development comes as AXA UK & Ireland continues to reinforce its commitment to delivering innovative insurance solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Zweibrucker’s new role will also include membership on
SimplePin, the pioneering cloud-based payments infrastructure provider tailored for the insurance industry, is delighted to announce the addition of Axis to its esteemed client portfolio. This strategic collaboration signifies a significant step forward in simplifying payment acceptance and enhancing the overall customer experience for Axis, leveraging SimplePin’s advanced FinTech solutions. CEO’s enthusiasm Metod Topolnik, Founder and CEO of SimplePin, expressed
ARMD, the award-winning InsurTech dedicated to serving the underserved tradespeople market in the UK, has announced the launch of a new insurance product aimed at providing comprehensive protection to tradespeople and opening doors for brokers and intermediaries. The product, known as “ARMD Tools In Transit”, offers up to £10,000 coverage for tools left securely in a van 24/7. This innovative
In a move aimed at improving its data center operations, MetLife, one of the leading insurance companies, has been granted tax breaks of $22 million by the Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) for its planned upgrade of a data center in New York. The project, expected to cost $288 million, will involve critical facility upgrades to ensure smooth operations
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies are constantly seeking ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency. InsurePay’s Pay-as-you-go, a cutting-edge solution, aims to enhance the policyholder user experience for MEM by offering a streamlined payment process for businesses. By relying on real-time payroll data to calculate workers’ comp premiums, this innovative solution brings about more timely and accurate premium payments
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the insurance industry is increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize its operations. With insurance-facing AI capabilities predicted to reach a global market value of almost $80 billion by 2030, there is significant potential for insurers to discover new value-add use cases and revenue streams. This article explores the transformative power of AI
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Hiscox, the leader in the London Market insurance industry, has partnered with Google Cloud to develop the first-ever AI-enhanced lead underwriting model. This game-changing partnership integrates Hiscox London Market’s technology platform with Google Cloud’s generative AI technology, paving the way for significant automation and transformation in the underwriting process. Collaboration Overview Hiscox and Google Cloud’s collaborative
In an effort to address the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape, WTW has launched a groundbreaking cyber insurance product called CyProtect Bermuda. This comprehensive solution is specifically designed for large enterprises operating within the Bermuda market. With its wide range of features and coverage, CyProtect Bermuda aims to serve as a robust shield against the cyber risks that the financial, professional,
In an exciting announcement, KPMG in the UK has revealed the appointment of Huw Evans as the incoming Head of Insurance. Huw will be taking over from Trevor Jones, who is set to retire from the firm in April 2024. This transition in leadership brings with it a wealth of experience and expertise that will further enhance KPMG’s insurance practice.
Miller, a leading independent specialty insurance broker, is making waves in the financial services industry as one of the first organizations in the UK to combine Salesforce Einstein and Financial Services Cloud. By capitalizing on the advanced capabilities of AI-driven tools, Miller is empowering its teams to provide more personalized and impactful client service experiences. Additionally, these tools are enhancing
Backed by the European Space Agency, insurtech start-up BirdsEyeView has announced a successful funding round, raising an undisclosed seven-figure sum. This funding will be instrumental in the company’s expansion plans in both the UK and US markets, as well as further developing their revolutionary RAPTOR™ technology. Designed to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and petabytes of climate data, BirdsEyeView is revolutionizing
Qover, a company specializing in embedded insurance orchestration, has announced its partnership with ZEEKR, a luxury electric vehicle (EV) brand. This collaboration aims to provide a tailored insurance program for ZEEKR customers, and it will initially be launched in the Netherlands. The Embedded Insurance Solution In a remarkable feat, Qover has developed and launched an embedded insurance solution for ZEEKR
