All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi
Vidhya Edwards Munnangi
Verisk launches genAI assistant for commercial property underwriting
The solution is offered as an API-enabled service to connect with existing policy administration and underwriting platforms.
KKR acquires Japanese insurance distributor Hoken Minaoshi Hompo Group
The investment from KKR will support Hoken Minaoshi Hompo Group’s expansion plans.
Angel One, LiveWell incorporate life insurance company in India
The newly incorporated public entity will see Angel One holding a 26% stake, while LivWell will retain the majority share.
Acrisure London Wholesale partners with Israeli broker Madanes
The alliance aims to support Madanes in providing solutions across non-marine lines of business.
Munich Re appoints new CEO for Africa branch
Walter Voigts-von Forster succeeds Nico Conradie, who is due to retire at the end of January 2026.
AmTrust, Blackstone partner for MGA spin-off
The spin-off will encompass seven AmTrust subsidiaries: Abacus, AmTrust Nordic, ANV, Arc Legal, Collegiate, Qualis and Risico.
AXA XL appoints new global chief underwriting officer for casualty
With more than three decades of experience in the insurance industry, Donnacha Smyth has been part of AXA XL since 2007.
Third Point Investors finalises acquisition of Malibu Life Reinsurance
Malibu Life Re operates as a licensed life and annuity reinsurer in the Cayman Islands.
Swiss insurers Baloise and Helvetia gain regulatory approvals for merger
The approvals include the green light from the Swiss Competition Commission and the conclusion of the EC’s FSR review.
BOXX Insurance ties up with mShift to streamline cyber insurance
The partnership leverages mShift’s digital distribution platform to streamline the placement process for cyber insurance policies.