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IT investments to impact FWD General Insurance’s profitability: Fitch
The insurer will complete a significant portion of its IT investments by the first quarter of 2024.
IT investments to impact FWD General Insurance’s profitability: Fitch
The insurer will complete a significant portion of its IT investments by the first quarter of 2024.
Tech is key for ESG reporting: Ping An Insurance chief
The company also announced its dedication to expanding green finance and striving for carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030.
Lexasure, Qornerstone forge partnership to boost real estate risk mitigation products
Insurance products will cater to residents of Singapore and Malaysia.
AXA Hong Kong, Macau unveil insurance for domestic helpers
The coverage offers employees compensation up to HK$100m.
MSIG Asia boosts regional team with new CTO, risk head
William Song is the new Chief Technical Officer while Felicia Er will take his former role.
Manulife Asia names Phil Witherington as new CEO
Phil Witherington is named as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Manulife Asia.
livi bank, FWD General Insurance launch pet care insurance
Survey shows that 77% of pet owners have not purchased any pet insurance.
Malaysia-based digital insurer, bike manufacturer inaugurates bicycle insurance
This will provide cyclists protection against damages and theft.
AXA launches climate risk evaluation solution
This allows AXA’s clients to meet the regulatory requirements amidst climate change.
FWD marks 10th year anniversary with launch of community care initiative
The insurer's annual growth rate hit 214% in 2022, making them Macau's top insurer.
Surer, Etiqa unveil digital motor insurance service
The partnership enables insurance intermediaries to distribute digitally.
HK Insurance Authority sends alert on fake Cheerson website
A false website is claiming to be the official site of Cheerson Insurance Brokers.
Australia's insurance council hails A$400m in extreme weather protection
From 2019 to 2020 alone, bushfires caused AU$13b in damage.
Hong Kong insurer eyes raising HK$4b for UAE insurance ambitions
Target Insurance plans to secure HK$4b in financing.
AXA announces management changes in APAC
Hassan El-Shabrawishi is now the CEO of International Markets, covering Southeast Asia.
Zurich Insurance, BNP Paribas considers bidding for Indonesian life insurer
Sales process for PT Astra International has not commenced.
Cathay Life Insurance commits $146m in private equity funds
The Taiwanese insurer has funded two PE funds.
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