Technology
Amazon ponders UK aggregator site - reports
Claims that the tech giant is in talks with UK insurers about the possible launch of a price comparison site hit the headlines.
Applied report shows UK brokers ahead of digital curve
More UK brokers are using digital platforms to analyse data and drive business but more can be done with mobile tech and customer apps and portals.
Stanhope Cooper drops Open GI
The HNW broker has moved to Applied Systems using the Digital Broker product.
Growth for Ten amid software house move
The network posted an operating profit of £316,000 for the full year 2017 as business pushes on with move to Acturis.
InsurTech Futures: Harry Franks on how the sharing economy is challenging insurance
The start-up broker CEO talks to Insurance Age about technology, disruption and collaboration.
CDL launches anti-fraud syndicate
The software house has spear-headed the initiative to tackle quote manipulation and Brightside, Be Wiser, and Bedford Insurance have signed up.
Robertson Low teams up with Open GI
The Lloyd’s broker, which also operates in Ireland, is looking to increase its presence for retail and wholesale markets.
Pukka’s commercial vehicle product added to SSP
Policy offers comprehensive cover up to £50,000 with flexible excess cover.
InsurTech Futures: Lloyd's Lab to "change people's opinion" of what is possible
Lloyd's head of innovation Trevor Maynard hopes tools developed in its new innovation sandbox will be licensed by companies operating in the global insurance market.
InsurTech Futures: Brokers urged to look at technology changes in banking
CGI's Paul Dix says brokers need to exploit their data and understanding of the market to remain relevant.
Blog: The virtual call centre is on the horizon
CDL’s Nigel Phillips says call centres are changing and urges brokers to embrace innovation.
Trident switches from Open GI to Applied Systems
CEO Robert Marshall says decision was made for financial reasons.
InsurTech Futures: By Miles launches pay-as-you-go motor policy
New product is underwritten by Axa.
Meet the techies: James Noble
MyFirstUK's managing director explains how the broker uses social media to engage with customers.
InsurTech Futures: Rise in start-ups coming in from adjacent industries
Research from Startupbootcamp and PwC reveals rapid evolution in the InsurTech arena.
Simon Walker on technology, driverless cars and the future of insurance
First Central’s new group chief executive officer tells Insurance Age about his plans for the future.
SSP adds Das legal expenses to Keychoice
Commercial legal expenses and loss assist are now available to brokers using the Keychoice platform.
InsurTech Futures: Lloyd’s launches new digital platform
Lloyd’s Bridge to work as online matching service between coverholders and underwriters.
Acturis sees growth in personal lines
Co-CEO Theo Duchen comments on the software house's financial results for 2017 and potential acquisitions.
Roundtable: Dealing in data
Data is the lifeblood of insurance, but how is technology and regulation changing its use?
Opinion: Charles Manchester on GDPR and cyber insurance
The Holy Grail of cross-selling? Charles Manchester argues that cyber can be an opportunity for all brokers
InsurTech Futures: Three more insurance offerings in FCA’s regulatory sandbox
Watchdog reveals details of fourth wave added to innovation scheme.
Blog: Why in the age of fake news, it's hard to be an honest broker
Certified forensic interviewer Chris Norris on how ghost brokers thrive on the internet and techniques to stop them.
Acturis revenue hits £62.2m in 2017
Profit remained stable as expenses increased from £32.4m to £39.1m.