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Indian government approves OFS in insurance giant LIC

The move aims to broaden the shareholder base of the insurance colossus and to monetise part of the government’s stake. 

COVU buys California-based Leland Insurance 

Leland Insurance Services, led by Richard Herscowitz, is known for its portfolio of personal, commercial P&C business.  

Cowbell introduces new cyber compliance support for SMEs  

The offering, Compliance-as-a-Service, targets startups, growth-stage companies, and service providers. 

Wrisk secures $16.3m to fuel growth in embedded insurance 

The funding round was co-led by Mundi Ventures, Opera Tech Ventures and BNP Paribas’ venture capital arm. 

wefox garners €151m in funding 

The company raised €76m from existing investors and refinanced €75m credit from Searchlight. 

Tokio Marine subsidiary WorldTrips announces leadership change

Mark Carney, who has served as WorldTrips’ CEO, will take on the role of chairman. 

King Risk Partners purchases Louisiana Insurance 

Louisiana Insurance Services, operating for more than 40 years, provides personal and commercial insurance solutions across Louisiana. 

CRC Group to buy Lloyd’s managing agency Atrium Underwriting  

Atrium Underwriting specialises in writing specialty insurance and reinsurance across property, casualty, and other specialty business groups.  

PRA, FCA and Lloyd’s to speed up agent authorisation 

The PRA and FCA will retain statutory decision-making roles but increase reliance on Lloyd’s assessment work. 

Winged Keel acquires Minnesota-based MBW Group   

MBW Group is known for its expertise in the life insurance industry, catering to wealthy families and business owners.