Insurtech

ZA Tech rebrands as Peak3 following completion of US$35m Series A round

June 20 2024

Funding will support Singapore-headquartered insurtech's expansion, as well as investments in data and AI.

iSHANG and PSC Insurance partner to develop Web3 "Proof of coverage" insurance product in Hong Kong

June 13 2024

The solution will use smart contracts in a bid to enhance transparency, improve security, and streamline the claims process.

Internal data holds untapped potential for insurers, says Munich Re

June 12 2024

At ITC Asia, experts discussed the evolving role of data to to address emerging risks — and the importance of expertise to leverage it.

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Government and insurtechs help to propel Indian agriculture insurance solutions

June 10 2024

Experts at ICT Asia highlight India's initiatives to enhance agricultural insurance through AI-driven data solutions.

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ITC Asia: Cross-shareholding selloff can fuel innovation for Japanese insurers

June 5 2024

Panellists at InsureTech Connect Asia say US$43.5bn selloff can fund new technology as Japanese regulator encourages carriers to work with insurtechs.

Bowtie celebrates fifth anniversary with top 10 Hong Kong life insurer milestone

May 31 2024

HK's first virtual insurer marks fifth anniversary ranking tenth in new individual paid policies, according to Q4 2023 Insurance Authority data.

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Honey leverages tech and data to fuel billion dollar ambition

May 31 2024

Innovative use of smart sensors, data, and tech has already resulted in rapid growth and CEO Joffe says insurtech is doubling down on technology-first approach in pursuit of AU$1bn (US$664m) in home insurance...

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Zurich Malaysia names NalaGenetics as winner in Zurich Innovation Championship 2024

May 30 2024

NalaGenetics recognised for its genetic tests to manage chronic diseases and will enter a four-month accelerator and receive up to US$100,000 in project funding.