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Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

ALKEME names new president for US East Region 

Jesse Dantice will oversee the company’s operations and growth initiatives in the eastern US.  

SCOR faces scrutiny over ex-chairman’s role in PartnerRe deal 

SCOR has denied any direct or indirect involvement and responsibility in the matter. 

Dai-ichi’s TAL to acquire 15.1% stake in Challenger  

The deal equates to a price of Y763 per share, a 53% premium over Challenger’s closing share price on 4 April 2025. 

XChange TEC expands into Hong Kong with acquisition 

This acquisition gives the company direct access to the Hong Kong market. 

TALON and Litchfield partner on medical stop-loss insurance  

The alliance supports TALON’s negotiated rate calculation and pricing solution, UAPA.  

Ascend, borrowedtyme collaborate on insurance payment processing 

With the integration of Ascend’s payment processing options, agencies utilising btcore can access a variety of payment methods. 

Gallagher acquires real estate-focused broker Bircroft  

Bircroft will be integrated into the real estate practice of Gallagher’s UK & Ireland Retail division. 

Chubb introduces new insurance solution for APAC life science companies  

The coverage for potential risks includes research and development to clinical trials, data management, and product distribution. 

JMT Network and Axinan form insurance JV in Thailand  

This move marks the creation of Thailand’s “first true digital insurer”, Igloo said in a statement. 

Hyundai Capital America partners with Root on auto insurance  

The initiative aims to serve auto finance and insurance industries by offering HCA customers personalised insurance options.