All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

IHC to establish reinsurance platform in partnership with BlackRock 

The platform will leverage AI to enhance its underwriting capabilities, with a focus on aiding growth in the Gulf region and local capital markets. 

CFC introduces simplified intellectual property insurance  

The newly launched policy encompasses coverage for defence and pursuit of infringement, and the loss of IP rights. 

Liberty Mutual Q1 profit tumbles 33.2%  

The company’s revenues for the quarter ended 31 March 2025 remained flat at $12.48bn. 

Monument Re transfers €1.4bn portfolio to RGA 

The portfolio, consisting of annuity and life insurance liabilities, was part of assets acquired during the Greycastle deal.  

IAG announces repositioning of Intermediated Insurance Australia division 

This move aims to enhance underwriting, pricing strategies and claims management for its CGU and WFI Insurance brands. 

bolttech and Sumitomo to launch JV for device protection in Asia 

This collaboration will deliver technology-enabled embedded solutions to distribution partners throughout Asia. 

Optio Group snaps up Custodian Management in UK  

This acquisition is intended to enhance Optio’s PI capabilities and is part of its strategy to create a diversified platform. 

Zurich Insurance logs growth across all business segments in Q1 2025  

The company’s P&C GWP rose by 5% to $13.3bn (SFr11.06bn), while the life sector saw an 18% increase to $9.3bn.

Sunlight Simplify partners with AndDone on insurance payments 

The partnership integrates Sunlight Simplify’s policy administration system with AndDone’s payment solutions.  

Lloyd’s of London names new CEO 

The decision is contingent upon the green light from the PRA and the FCA.