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APAC getting left behind on silent AI risk protections

October 23 2025

Europe and US are releasing specific products to address the risk of AI failures, but few have reached APAC.

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ARPC projects 61% chance of returning to neutral capital position next financial year

October 23 2025

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred put Australia’s cyclone pool to its first major test, triggering A$1.86bn in claims.

Silver economy reshaping life insurance demand: Swiss Re

October 23 2025

The reinsurer is also expecting insurers to focus on the “decumulation phase,” offering products like annuities and long-term care to address longevity risk.

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Peak Re's ratings remain unchanged following announcement of KKR, Quadrantis minority stakes: AM Best

October 22 2025

KKR and Quadrantis will acquire a combined 13.1% stake in the Hong Kong-headquartered reinsurer.

HSBC Life opens medical lounge in Shenzhen

October 22 2025

Lounge launch comes amid rising cross-border healthcare demand.

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Sun Life names Anshuman Das as Chief Bancassurance Officer for Asia

October 22 2025

He joins the insurer after a two-year stint with DBS, most recently as Executive Director, Regional Bancassurance.

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Australia's home insurance premium up 23%, index shows

October 22 2025

Compare the Market’s latest index also shows motor premiums rose nearly 18% over the past year.

Allianz Trade opens first Vietnam office to tap exporter growth

October 22 2025

The trade credit insurer has established operations in Ho Chi Minh City, marking its 13th location in Asia-Pacific.

RACQ apologises to members over mishaps in insurance renewal notices

October 22 2025

On 23 September, ASIC launched proceedings against RACQ regarding more than 570,000 misleading insurance renewal notices.

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Fortitude Re, Carlyle launch US$700m reinsurance sidecar targeting Asian life, annuity markets

October 22 2025

FCA Re brings in global institutional investors including T&D Insurance Group and National Pension Service of Korea.

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