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Lisa Powis-backed broker tech platform launches
Broker Commercial & General has signed up to Iotatech’s pay-per-use platform.
NIG extends broker training programme with new courses
The insurer said Connect for Brokers is designed to help brokers build a customer-centric culture across their organisation.
FCA data shows rise in average home insurance payouts
Process piloted with 31 insurers is set to be made compulsory for all firms and most products.
Brokers call on Ageas to keep up service level following office closures
The provider is set to shut Port Solent and Stoke-on-Trent operations.
MCL InsureTech to expand into Northern Ireland market
The broker, headquartered in Coleraine, plans to create up to 50 new jobs over the next five years.
Cyber experts dispute Mactavish report
Market “utterly perplexed” by report which accused some brokers of “scaremongering” to sell products and suggested some cover did not match the needs of companies.
FCA consults on making value data compulsory
Regulator proposing to extend pilot programme to all firms and to cover most general insurance products.
Biba picks Home & Legacy for HNW scheme
Trade body lists underwriting, service, claims and e-trading benefits for members.
InsurTech Futures: Ex-AIG boss Jacqueline McNamee's C-Quence launches
Start-up MGA unveils management liability product and tech platform.
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InsurTech Futures: BGL invests £3m in new tech hub
Firm is set to create 40 new tech jobs.
Romero posts income rise in 2018
Broker also reveals 30% increase in adjusted Ebitda.
Allianz head of commercial motor Jon Dye leaves for QBE
He replaces Roger Ball and takes responsibility for QBE’s motor trade and motor fleet business.
Wholesale provider Cavere Intermediary launches
Technology-driven business aims to disrupt the market.
Insurers make Artificial Intelligence moves
Axa introduces AI bots as Allianz focuses on injury claims handling.
Instant Underwriting launches liability scheme
The cover is available wholesale to brokers through a portal developed by SchemeServe.
Court case highlights abuse of on-demand motor apps
Broker Cuvva says it's working with the police after uninsured driver tries to buy insurance through the Cuvva app after being pulled over.
Podcast: The top five stories of the week
The Insurance Age content director and editor tackle the headlines that got brokers clicking over the past five days.
“Mis-selling” warning issued on cyber
Consultancy Mactavish says cyber policies have “major flaws” and claims brokers and insurers use “scaremongering” tactics to make companies buy cover.
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UK signs post-Brexit insurance deal with Switzerland
Zurich boss Tulsi Naidu welcomes the arrangement.
InsurTech Futures: Two question home quotes as Homelyfe partners with Freedom
The digital insurtech launched Aventus platform to brokers last year.
Covéa partners with iFarm Underwriting on mini-fleet product
New offering is available to brokers specialising in rural businesses and agriculture.
Cost of motor cover falls says ABI
Association’s Premium Tracker says that actual cost of cover dropped despite an average rise in premium paid in Q4 last year compared to Q3.