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Advent International to acquire Israeli software provider Sapiens International for $2.5 billion in cash
“Insurers are increasingly turning to technology to help unlock...
African lender weighs claiming Lloyd’s payout on Zambia debt
TDB — together with the African Export Import Bank — has found...
Swiss Re tackles longevity drug impact with life policy advice
Metformin, traditionally used to manage type 2 diabetes, and rapamycin, an immunosuppressant developed for organ transplant recipients, are part of a growing list of substances being explored for anti-aging purposes, Swiss Re said. In some cases, the medications are...
Hiscox unveils a new sexual molestation liability cover
The sexual molestation liability (SML) product will also cover related legal costs and damages or settlements resulting from claims made during the policy term. In addition, SML clients will benefit from the services of global specialist risk consultancy, Control...
Jellyfish shut French nuclear reactors as heat wave builds
The “massive and unforeseen” presence of jellyfish in the filter drums of pumping stations closed four out of six reactors at Gravelines on the north coast of France, EDF said in a statement on Monday. Pumping stations for coastal nuclear plants usually draw in sea...
Emirates to ban use of power banks aboard its flights
The airline said the “significant growth” in customers using power banks in recent years has led to a rising number of lithium battery-related incidents during flight across the industry. Emirates will ban the use of power banks aboard its flights and only allow...
Nigeria insurance stocks gain most in almost 20 yrs on new law
The law, approved by Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, which makes insurance for property and other assets mandatory. encourages digitization and the creation of dedicated policyholder protection funds, is expected to transform the insurance industry in Africa’s most...
Frequent disasters expose climate risks to infrastructure in South Asia
The Himalayan region, which crosses Nepal and several nearby countries including India, is especially vulnerable to heavy rains, floods and landslides because the area is warming up faster than the rest of the world due to human-caused climate change. Climate experts...
APAC records significant rise in cyber claims driven by rising frequency and sophistication, Aon report
“As cyber threats grow more complex and interconnected, companies need a clearer view of their exposure,stronger alignment between cyber security and insurance strategies, and the tools to make better, data-driven decisions,” AdamPeckman, head of risk consulting and...
Earnix and Sapiens partner to unlock operational efficiency for P&C insurers in EMEA and APAC
The solution is tailored for insurers in EMEA and APAC. This innovative solution allows insurers to define products and build rates in Earnix, and seamlessly integrate them into modernised workflows in Sapiens IDITSuite’s Platform. Rochelle Park, NJ: Sapiens...
WhatsApp launches ‘Safety Overview’ tool, bans 6.8 mn accounts linked to scam centres
Meta's messaging platform further said it is exploring ways to caution users when they start a chat with someone not in the contacts by showing more context about the person they are messaging to. This, it hopes, will enable informed decisions. New Delhi: WhatsApp has...
Howden Re strengthens regional presence with Dubai license
Howden Re’s expanded Dubai operations will build on its current broking services, with a focus on its treaty, facultative and MGA reinsurance offering and reinforcing its regional growth strategy. London: Howden Re, the global reinsurance, capital markets, and...