News
Bridge Specialty Int’l completes acquisition of Acorn Int’l
It said the acquisition expands its footprint in Singapore.
Bridge Specialty Int’l completes acquisition of Acorn Int’l
It said the acquisition expands its footprint in Singapore.
Vietnam-China talks aim for long-term elderly care solutions
Health insurance coverage in China has stabilised at above 97% of the population.
Global specialty insurance market to grow by $57b in 2028
Lack of robust IT security infrastructure heightens risks.
India launches pension system for all ages, infancy to 70
NPS Vatsalya allows accounts to be opened for children.
Unemployment insurance payouts double since 2012 in China
In 2023, 7.3 million unemployed persons received a total of $1.5b.
How GCash’s credit and insurance tools unlock Philippines' inclusion barriers
Bank access increased to 65%, whilst insurance penetration improved to 1.71%.
Is BSP’s cyber resilience plan the key to protecting finance in 2025?
The central bank plans to mainstream cybersecurity in schools to close the skills gap.
What two challenges impede the finance sector’s ESG goals?
Industry experts agreed that the sector must aim for objectives that extend beyond immediate business interests.
Large cyber claims jump 14% as privacy breaches worsen in 2024
Costs could skyrocket from €20,000 to €20m if left unchecked.
Lloyd’s projects $14.5t loss from hypothetical global conflict
The scenario highlights the vulnerability of global trade.
New HSBC plan multiplies coverage up to six times
The plan also offers enhanced critical illness coverage.
MoneyHero, bolttech new car insurance platform to expand in two markets
MoneyHero’s insurance segment accounts for 7% of total revenue in 2023.
Indonesia's insurers battle rising non-performing loans
Its first quarter performance showed promise.
Insurance cover rises, yet a quarter of Australians still unprepared
More than one-third of respondents had a storm action plan in place.
Will low premiums persist in offshore energy insurance?
Neither frequency nor severity of claims significantly impacted market capacity.
Taiwan insurers post $9.47b pre-tax profit in August
Its non-life insurance segment witnessed a twofold increase.
Insurance scrutiny intensifies on coal, wildfire risks
However, power Industry business interruption sectors see improved pricing.