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Markel Singapore hires new trade credit and political risk underwriter
Markel Singapore hires new trade credit and political risk underwriter
This will bolster the firm’s underwriting capability in Asia.
Singapore-based insurtech anycover clinches $450k funding
The round was led by Powerhouse Ventures, with participation from 1337 Ventures.
MAS charges insurance agents for breach of Financial Advisers Act
Their offences included falsification and providing false information.
Howden acquires Singapore-based AEGIS insurance business
This is part of Howden’s strategic expansion in Asia.
Singapore life insurance new business premiums dips by 2% in Q1.
New business premiums totaled S$1.21b for the first quarter of the year.
Howden appoints new Singapore chief
She has been with Howden since 2015.
Singapore risks protection gap for older population
Prudential and Income are working together to close protection gaps, particularly in the area of long-term care.
Former Allianz chief takes on new position at Prudential
He will take on the newly created position of Group Strategic Transformation Officer.
NTUC Income launches new travel cover that protects by the hour
Premiums start at S$1.80 for a six-hour coverage.
Why embedded insurance is cutting out the middleman
Without middlemen, insurance will get cheaper for consumers.
Prudential’s health app can now scan people’s faces for stress
This new feature was made through the firm's collaboration with Nervotec.
DBS, Manulife Singapore launch insurance starter plan ProtectFirst
Customers can choose from three plans that focus on illness, life protection, or accident coverage.
9 in 10 Singaporean SME employees wants medical benefits from employers
Around 60% of those surveyed are more willing to join a firm if they have medical benefits.
Singapore insurance conduct committee releases third paper on industry best practices
The latest set of guidelines focuses on elevating higher standards for FA Reps and FAFs.
Singlife appoints Matter to review its sustainability portfolio
This will help the insurer understand the sustainability impact of its investments.
Resolution Life sets up rep office in Singapore
The firm plans to use this as a launching pad into Asian markets.
Igloo hires former Grab exec as new chief business officer
He was also a former executive from Alibaba.
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