All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Manulife net income plummets 47% in Q1 2025 

Manulife’s core earnings registered an increase of 1%, amounting to $1.8bn (C$2.5bn). 

MediHelp implements CoverGo’s platform to digitalise insurance operations 

The implementation includes product configuration, multi-channel distribution, policy administration, claims processing and reinsurance reporting. 

Markel unveils new insurance product for clinical trials  

The new offering provides insurance cover for sponsors, researchers and participants across all phases of clinical trials.  

MSIG USA hires new chief actuary and chief risk officer 

Tony Beirne will head MSIG USA’s actuarial function, while Dale James will manage enterprise risk management strategy.  

Shelter Insurance adopts Shift Technology’s fraud detection tool 

Shift Technology’s solution offers contextual information and documentation to expedite the investigative process.  

SCOR registers profit of €200m in Q1 2025 

The French reinsurer’s operating results have improved, with a 10.6% increase to €317m ($358m) in Q1 2025 from €287m a year ago. 

SBLI integrates Swiss Re’s CARE system to aid claims decisions 

CARE utilises “intelligent automation” to assist insurers in making accurate and auditable claims decisions. 

Lloyd Sadd merges with Iridium Risk Services  

The combined entity will provide insurance, benefits and pension, life and wealth management, and private client solutions.  

BHSI forays into UK programmes market 

Rob Munden will be responsible for the development and leadership of BHSI’s Programmes business within the UK. 

Paragon’s Reel Media buys specialty insurer WISE Risk 

WISE Risk specialises in insurance coverages such as event cancellation, non-appearance and weather-related policies.