Analysis

Driverless cars: Driving change

Rapid advances in automotive technology mean that, within a generation, the future of autonomous vehicles and driverless cars could become a reality. What will that mean for the insurance industry?

Thailand's online distribution heats up

The insurance industry in Thailand is waking up to the benefits of digital distribution channels as the market bounces back to double-digit premium growth writes Nicky Burridge.

Motor: The sharks are circling

A number of threats to the UK motor market are currently occuring – driverless cars, motor manufacturers muscling into the sector, the competitiveness of pricing. But can these challenges be turned into opportunities?

Terrorism: Defusing the terrorism bomb

Despite recent terrorist attacks, the insurance market remains resilient, with losses in property damage and business interruption remaining low. However, what effect will the changes to Pool Re have?

Pet Insurance: Protecting a growling market

The UK pet insurance market has exploded over the past few years and is expected to continue to grow. But just how do insurance companies build on this without falling prey to unscrupulous operators?

Australia: Redefining advice

Insurers and brokers down under are at odds over how best to redefine regulatory advice definitions in the wake of a major report that says the industry needs to do more to help consumers get the right level of home cover.

Australia: Disaster averted?

Australian insurers facing possible requests from the government to help fund mitigation projects say it is not a cost they should bear and that any funding will eventually be paid for by policyholders.

Hacking: One step ahead

The problems caused by the question of making company systems more secure from hacking continues to prey on the industry’s mind. But just how can they stop unauthorised people from breaking down their digital doors?

Insurance CEOs: Picking the perfect candidate

Hiring a new CEO can be a problem for an insurance company, with standards of demonstrated experience continually rising and the regulator wielding its influence over appointments. So, how do they pick the right person for the job?

Europe: Q&A with German risk managers

Walter Minnik speaks to German risk managers Christian Boehm of Freudenberg Group and Lutz Kalkofen of Hochtief, about current issues surrounding the European market

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