Key stories

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Lack of nuanced, local climate data to intensify underwriting challenges for APAC insurers

June 26 2024

The need for more granular data has become more pressing as climate risks escalate.

Crypto insurance market soars on back of high asset valuations

June 25 2024

A maturing of the market suggests demand for cover may stay high.

Policy wordings failing to keep pace with Asia Pac’s ravenous appetite for AI

June 18 2024

Region’s businesses face potential insurance gaps as AI adoption surges.

Houthi expansion into Indian Ocean unsettles APAC underwriters

June 12 2024

With rebels claiming more attacks outside designated warzone, APAC's marine insurers wait to see how London market responds.

Low loss ratios drive growth in Australia’s battery energy storage insurance market

June 4 2024

Capacity is flooding the market, but a reluctance to take lead position keeps rates high.

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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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Generali to provide €250 million in capacity for Hong Kong’s art collectors

May 23 2024

ARTE Generali will bring "significant" capacity to Hong Kong, placing Italian insurer in the top quartile for the market, CEO Jean Gazançon tells (Re)in Asia.