Insurtech
By Miles receives FCA ‘open banking’ licence
InsurTech will be able to access the financial data of consenting customers.
Getsafe partners with Hiscox for UK launch
German MGA Getsafe, which offers digital contents insurance, was established two years ago.
Ex-Covéa boss Cooter joins InsurTech Quotall
Cooter, who left Covéa in April 2019, said the appointment would allow him to “try something different”.
Amanda Blanc’s latest role announced
The former Axa UK boss has joined claims insurtech RightIndem as non-executive chair of the board.
Amanda Blanc named chair of Welsh Professional Rugby Board
Role is the first non-insurance appointment for Blanc since returning to the industry earlier this month.
Christmas Q&A with Andrew Brown-Allan
Andrew Brown-Allan, CMO at Carrot Insurance, explains his year in insurance and what we can expect next.
Uinsure adds UK General to panel
The provider also works with LV, Axa, Ageas and RSA.
Amanda Blanc chooses Trov as exclusive InsurTech signing
Firm stated that Blanc will not become an advisor at any other global InsurTech.
Aviva moves UK personal lines HQ to Digital Garage
Aviva's Hoxton location was set up as an innovation hub but will now host the personal lines operation for the provider.
The Insurance Age Podcast: 6 December 2019
Siân Barton and Laurence Eastham discuss the week's most popular news stories, including the return of Amanda Blanc and the launch of Cuvva's new motor product.
InsurTech launches broker benchmarking service
InsurTech Futures: Ratings agency Gilchrist Standard said the service would help raise industry standards and reduce risks.
MCE teams up with InsurTech start-up Inzura to launch new app
InsurTech Futures: Motorbike specialist says app will automate the customer onboarding process, enabling it to process higher customer numbers faster and at a lower cost.
People Moves Round-up: 2-6 December
Keep up to date with the latest market moves.
Cuvva's pay-monthly product aims to cut out brokers and aggregators
InsurTech Futures: Start-up has also raised £15m, with Lloyd's of London chairman Bruce Carnegie-Brown and JLT CEO Dominic Burke among the backers.
Blog: Data science and digital partnerships
By Sharon Bishop, of Close Brothers Premium Finance, on building personal lines broking success.
Quizzical questions: 29 November 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
News analysis: Are brokers still in love with Gibraltar insurers?
The recent run of Gibraltar-based insurer insolvencies has made the headlines, but the low tax and light-touch regulations in the jurisdiction attract UK businesses and insurtech start-ups. Martin Friel investigates why brokers are still dealing with…
Mark Cliff joins Iotatech
Former Brightside CEO joins the firm’s strategic advisory council, alongside Fresh Insurance founder, Lisa Powis.
Una Conference 2019: Insurance sector ripe for Uber-level disruption, warns Tim Ryan
The executive chairman of the Una Alliance told conference attendees that they need to ensure they understand changing buying decisions and new types of consumer.
Flood forecasting firm Previsico launches nationwide
InsurTech Futures: The firm is looking to partner with commercial and HNW brokers.
Freedom Services Group welcomes CCO
Paula Coulthard will be focusing on the launch of a new claims portal and a telematics offering.
Hood Group partners with Acturis-owned ICE InsureTech
Business moves to the ICE Policy platform with plans to transfer its books of business over the next 18 months.
Blog: Designing insurance for the gig economy
Liam Gray from Rainmaking Insurtech explains the opportunities that are emerging for insurers and brokers alike.
Zego gets Gibraltarian insurance licence
InsurTech Futures: The CEO anticipates that about 20% of Zego's business will be done through the newly-authorised carrier.