Insurtech Insights

Allianz has announced the appointment of Mansoor Reehana to the newly created role of Head of Artificial Intelligence. In this position, Reehan will lead the strategic growth of AI initiatives across the organization. Fergal Coburn, Chief Operating Officer of Allianz UK, said, “I am delighted to welcome Mansoor to his new role of Head of AI at Allianz UK. I am confident that his extensive experience and strategic vision will drive innovation and provide a competitive advantage, ensuring Allianz UK remains at the forefront of the industry. I look forward to working with Mansoor as we leverage artificial intelligence to deliver impactful outcomes for our business, partners, and customers.” Also quoted in the story is Mansoor Reehana, Head of Artificial Intelligence at Allianz UK Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e6dNK3VD #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #leadership Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Stand, an innovative insurance company focused on protecting catastrophe-exposed properties, has announced the successful close of its $35 million Series B funding round. The round was led by Eclipse, with participation from previous investors Inspired Capital, Lowercarbon Capital, and Equal Ventures. “Insurance should play a central role in creating resilient communities,” said Dan Preston, co-founder and CEO of Stand. “The scale of risk in Florida demands a new model that links coverage to hardening homes against windstorms. That is what Stand is building. By expanding into the largest catastrophe market in the country, we are working hard to make this a reality for property owners everywhere.” Also quoted in the story is Aidan Madigan-Curtis, Partner at Eclipse Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eRdgV5qY #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #funding Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Omnix Medical, a Jerusalem-based biopharmaceutical company developing novel anti-infective therapies, has successfully raised $25 million in a Series C funding round co-led by Harel Insurance & Finance and the European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund. Dr. Moshik Cohen-Kutner, CEO of Omnix Medical, expressed his confidence in the company’s strengthened position, stating: “With the co-leadership of Harel Insurance & Finance and the EIC Fund, and the strong continued support of our existing shareholders, we now have the resources to complete Phase II proof-of-concept studies of OMN6, strengthen our regulatory and manufacturing capabilities, and advance our entire pipeline. We are proud to have both the backing of new investors and the renewed trust of our long-standing shareholders. Together, they reflect the confidence in Omnix’s mission to deliver truly novel anti-infective solutions.” Also quoted in the story is Dr. Niv Bachnoff, Chief Scientific Officer at Omnix Medical Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eXXP6stf #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #funding Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Liberate, a rapidly growing artificial intelligence company transforming how insurance carriers and agencies operate, has announced the successful completion of a $50 million Series B funding round. By integrating directly into insurers’ core systems, Liberate significantly reduces the need for large support teams, lowers operational costs, and enhances response times for customers. The company’s founders Amrish S., Ryan Eldridge, and Jason St Pierre bring decades of enterprise software experience, particularly in regulated industries. Their mission is to address the insurance sector’s escalating operational costs, estimated at $300 billion globally. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eB-FkNhU #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #funding Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Vertafore, a leader in modern insurance technology, and the Network of Vertafore Users (NetVU) have announced the first round of education sessions for Accelerate 2026, set to take place from April 13 to 16, 2026, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The event will focus on the theme “Powering Your Possible in the AI Era,” highlighting how artificial intelligence is transforming the insurance industry and empowering professionals to turn innovation into action. Rick Warter, chief customer officer at Vertafore, emphasized that while people and relationships remain at the heart of great insurance work, AI is reshaping how the industry operates and what clients expect. He stated that Accelerate is the place where professionals can see how AI and Vertafore’s technology amplify expertise, accelerate impact, and allow professionals to focus on what truly matters, their clients, teams, and growth. Also quoted in the story is Shyla Lankford, CRIS, NcAM, chair of the NetVU Board of Directors and chief operating officer at Lipscomb Insurance. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eca2XmDD #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #launch Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

HSB - Hartford Steam Boiler Canada, a specialty insurer and part of Munich Re, has introduced HSB CyberPro™, a new solution offering comprehensive cyber insurance coverage and services designed to help businesses respond effectively to cyber threats. The innovative product provides protection, support, and tools to help organizations navigate the growing complexity of cyber risk in today’s digital environment. HSB CyberPro combines specialized cyber claims service, active threat monitoring, and risk mitigation tools developed by HSB over nearly two decades in the cyber insurance sector. Available across Canada through brokers, this new coverage targets businesses with annual revenues of up to $2 billion. Stephanie Banning, head of cyber practice for HSB, stated that the launch of HSB CyberPro with strategic distribution partners will meet customer needs with broad, customizable coverage. She emphasized that the offering gives businesses the confidence to respond effectively to unexpected cyber attacks. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eYGn5bxG #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #launch Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

AXA Partners, a wholly owned subsidiary of the AXA, and bolttech, a leading global insurtech, have announced a new long-term strategic partnership aimed at delivering embedded insurance and assistance solutions across the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland. Stephan Tan, Chief Executive Officer for EMEA at bolttech, said that the agreement marks an important milestone in the company’s European growth. “This agreement marks an exciting step in bolttech’s growth across Europe, where we are seeing strong momentum for embedded insurance at scale. With AXA Partners, we are bringing together complementary capabilities and a shared ambition to deliver more value to partners and their customers through innovative insurance experiences,” he stated. Also quoted in the story is Gunter Uytterhoeven, Chief Customer and Strategy Officer at AXA Partners Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ewNfbStT #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #partnership Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Launching a new insurtech in today’s competitive market is no small feat. The founders of ResiQuant, Omar Issa and Francisco Galvis, are bridging structural engineering and artificial intelligence to redefine how insurers assess catastrophe risk. We caught up with them to hear more about their journey, their vision, and the future of NatCat underwriting. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eHUrKthV #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #ResiQuant Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

IRYS Insurtech, the company rebuilding insurance infrastructure from the ground up, has announced a 12.5 million dollar seed round led by Markd with participation from Deepwork Capital, Florida Opportunity Fund, Ansay & Associates, HICO Ventures, and JMG Capital. “For 15 years I ran agencies on technology that did not care if it was usable,” said Margeaux Giles, Chief Executive Officer of Irys. “The industry has been trapped in contracts, broken platforms, and empty promises. It has eroded the trust agents work so hard to build with their clients. Irys is how we fix that.” Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/enDsqfm5 #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #funding Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3

Aspire General Insurance, a California-based specialty auto carrier, has partnered with Kyber, an AI-powered correspondence automation platform built for property and casualty insurers. “Aspire’s culture is built on service and speed, and as we grow, it is important to align with partners that share those values,” said Sam Rea, Chief Technology Officer at Aspire General Insurance. “Kyber’s technology gives our claims team a powerful tool to scale while keeping the focus where it belongs, on our policyholders.” Also quoted in the story is Arvind Sontha, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kyber. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e-FmXfjc #insurtechinsights #insurance #insurtech #partnership Don't miss out on further insights with our weekly newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ddymNCY3