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Australian broker code body refers two firms to ASIC over strata insurance conflict concerns

July 1 2026

The review examined seven brokers that collectively operate with 1,088 representatives in strata management.

HDI Global names Yibo Mo as liability underwriter in Hong Kong

July 1 2026

He joins the branch with experience in liability underwriting and international facultative business.

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VIG Re gets green light for Singapore base

July 1 2026

Swiss Re veteran Wilfrid Goh will lead the office as the reinsurer pushes deeper into Asia under its VIGRe28 strategy.

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Global cyber protection gap to quadruple by 2030 as climate, longevity risks mount

July 1 2026

Insurers will need to adopt AI, geospatial tools and specialist partnerships as conventional underwriting models struggle to keep pace with fast-evolving risks, says Japan's NTT Data.

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Japan's Aflac Life confirms data breach exposing information of 4.38m customers

July 1 2026

The insurer has suspended affected online services and alerted authorities after unauthorised access continued over a 10-day period.

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New GIAJ chairman Ishikawa emphasises reform execution amid rising risks

July 1 2026

The leadership transition comes as cyber, climate and inflation risks test Japanese insurers’ operating models.

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Howden targets off-contract healthcare gap with new cover for seafarers and families

July 1 2026

The product offers hospitalisation cover as a base product and is designed for shipping companies to purchase on behalf of seafarers.

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Regulatory scrutiny, shareholder objections delay Woori's Tongyang Life delisting plan — report

June 30 2026

Regulatory scrutiny and minority shareholder opposition are raising questions over valuation and deal fairness.

Four professionals pose together holding a large ceremonial check announcing a collaboration between Chubb Singapore and AIA Singapore in front of a CHUBB/AIA branded backdrop.

Chubb, AIA Singapore partner to expand access to general insurance offering

June 30 2026

The move combines AIA's distribution network with Chubb's underwriting expertise and product portfolio in the country.

Igloo expands Thailand push with Eazy Digital acquisition

June 30 2026

The acquisition is the insurtech's second in Thailand, following a joint venture with JMT network Services in 2025.

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