INSURANCE INDUSTRY NEWS
Smart Cities: Huge Implications For Insurers
As cities become more connected, new risks emerge, existing risks are amplified, and opportunities for new insurance products increase. SMA's new research report takes a close look at the state of smart city development and the implications for insurers.
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IoT Platform for Insurance: IBM White Paper
In a new white paper, IBM discusses how Internet of Things platform integration can impact insurers' core functions, including business operations, customer experience, product development and more.
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VR Poised To Influence, Enhance CX
Augmented and virtual reality boast considerable potential impact in insurance, including implications spanning risk mitigation, improved efficiency & loss ratios, and enhanced customer service. Novarica outlines the likely possibilities for these technologies in insurance in a new executive brief.
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Middlesex Mutual Launches Online Quoting
Middlesex Mutual Insurance Co. is pleased to introduce consumers to their automobile online quoting platform in partnership with Mutual Concept Computer Group Inc.
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Sun Life Takes Life Insurance Application Online
Canadians can now apply online for life insurance in less time than it takes to make a cup of coffee or wait for transit, thanks to Sun Life GO's streamlined application process. which can be completed while on the go from a smartphone or tablet in as little as ten minutes.
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Natural Catastrophes & Property Insurance
The CCIR has published the results and findings of the consultation on its July 2016 Issue Paper which reflected the CCIR's preliminary understanding of the issues related to natural catastrophes and personal property insurance.
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What Does A.I. Mean for Consumer Devices?
Gartner asked VP Research Annette Zimmermann to share her thoughts on announcements in the area of AI-powered devices she expects at IFA 2017, Europe's largest technology trade show in Berlin.
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Insured Damage From Spring flooding in Ont., Que.
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) reports that two significant storm and flooding events in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec resulted in more than CAD 223 million in insured damage, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ).
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Hundreds Injured On Gravel Roads Annually: MPI
Nearly 500 people are injured in crashes on gravel roads in Manitoba each year, according to Manitoba Public Insurance. MPI and the RCMP have partnered in a joint public awareness and enforcement campaign specific to gravel roads.
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Keep Kids Safe As School Returns: ICBC
With children returning to school, roads are busier than ever. ICBC is asking drivers to give themselves extra travel time so they aren't rushing and to avoid any distractions. Drivers need to be focused on the road and watch for children, especially in or around school zones.
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