Insurance stories
AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences
3 days ago
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fintech
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physical security
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Significant rise in identity fraud targeting European firms, with 59% reporting more attacks despite 74% feeling confident in their defences, Signicat finds.
Paragon acquires Service Graphics to expand marketing services
4 days ago
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saas
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cx
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martech
Paragon has acquired UK-based Service Graphics, enhancing its marketing services with brand activations, large format displays, and on-demand print expertise.
How AI-infused Automation is Delivering the Next Frontier of Healthcare
Last week
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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it automation
AI-powered automation is revolutionising healthcare, speeding up patient appointments and improving care quality across NHS and other providers in the UK.
TXP acquires Metatech to boost Gen legacy IT modernisation
Last week
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digital transformation
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it automation
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partner programmes
TXP has acquired Newcastle-based Metatech to enhance its IT automation expertise in Gen legacy system modernisation across multiple sectors globally.
AI-driven cybersecurity shapes future of managed services
Last week
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data protection
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private cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
CMTG stresses AI-driven cybersecurity is vital for managed services, enabling real-time threat detection to protect sectors like finance, engineering, and insurance.
UK motor insurance switching rises as premiums stabilise
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insurance
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market competition
More UK motorists shopped around for insurance in H2 2024, with 25% switching providers, up from 20% in 2023 amid rising price competitiveness.
Salesforce launches Agentforce AI agents for financial services
Last month
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cx
Salesforce launches Agentforce for Financial Services, offering AI agents to automate tasks and boost personalised client engagement in banks and insurers.
General counsels turn to generative AI to manage compliance risks
Last month
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
A global study reveals 97% of general counsels now use generative AI to boost legal compliance and operational efficiency amid rising pressures.
Cloudera enhances on-premises platform with new AI visual tools
Last month
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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ai
Cloudera launches AI-powered Data Visualization for on-premises use, boosting secure, collaborative data insights across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Willis names Leah Mooney as Pacific consulting head for cyber risk
Last month
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physical security
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
Leah Mooney has been appointed Pacific Consulting Leader for Technology, Cyber and Privacy Risk at Willis, bringing over 20 years of expertise to the role.
BMW dealers launch in-house novated leasing for Australians
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cartech
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bmw
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insurance
Smart and BMW Financial Services now allow Australians to complete novated leasing for BMW and MINI cars directly at dealerships, simplifying the process.
myCOI launches illumend to automate insurance compliance tasks
Last month
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digital transformation
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physical security
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risk & compliance
myCOI launches illumend, an AI-powered platform designed to simplify third-party insurance compliance for risk managers and property teams alike.
Asia-Pacific organisations honoured for digital transformation
Last month
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Smart Communications has honoured leading Asia-Pacific firms, including ING and Westpac, with 2025 SCALE Awards for digital transformation and customer engagement.
The ethics of AI in transportation: Who gets left behind?
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ai
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insurance
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mobility
Startec Dynamics introduces Athena, an affordable AI system enhancing motorcycle safety for millions, challenging the notion that transport AI is a luxury only for the elite.
Rubrik & Rackspace team up for rapid post-cyber attack recovery
Thu, 1st May 2025
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
Rubrik and Rackspace team up to launch a new managed recovery service, cutting cyber attack recovery from weeks to hours for key sectors like finance and healthcare.
FICO & dacadoo partner on life insurance risk assessment
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
FICO and dacadoo partner to boost life insurance risk assessments using AI, aiming for personalised policies and faster underwriting for insurers globally.
Disprz hits revenue milestone, outlines plans for GenAI expansion
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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saas
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martech
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commerce systems
Disprz has surpassed INR ₹100 crore in annual recurring revenue, leveraging GenAI and focusing on Asia-Pacific expansion to boost enterprise skilling.
Star Union starts international insurance at GIFT City
Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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insurance
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investment
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financial advisory
Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance has opened an IFSC Insurance Office at GIFT City, launching international insurance services for US dollar-denominated products.
Cifas reports sharp rise in UK identity fraud cases for 2024
Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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uc
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data protection
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Fraud cases in the UK surged by 12.5% in 2024, with identity fraud now comprising 59% of reports, highlighting a worrying trend in cybercrime tactics.
AI trust varies among New Zealand financial service users
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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martech
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cdp
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ai
A Salesforce report reveals New Zealand consumers show mixed trust in AI within financial services, highlighting a growing expectation for lower fees and faster transactions.