InsurTech stories - Page 3
Cowbell & Zurich launch cyber cover for Australian SMEs
Mon, 9th Feb 2026
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ransomware
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devops
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fintech
Cowbell and Zurich roll out Prime One cyber cover for Australian SMEs, targeting firms up to AUD $100 million turnover with rapid broker access.
Upcover adds deepfake cover to cyber insurance in Australia
Fri, 6th Feb 2026
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cybersecurity insurance
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physical security
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email security
Upcover adds deepfake incident cover to cyber policies in Australia via Coalition, targeting rising AI impersonation and fraud risks.
Guidewire names Phil Joel VP of Solution Advisory APAC
Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Guidewire has appointed Phil Joel as VP of Solution Advisory for APAC, strengthening support for insurers' core modernisation and data projects.
IAG taps Codafication's Crunchwork to streamline claims
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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dr
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digital transformation
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cx
IAG is rolling out Codafication's Crunchwork platform to unify property claims data, automate workflows and cut delays across suppliers.
Why SOC 2 Type 2 certification matters for brokers
Thu, 29th Jan 2026
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data protection
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dr
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document management
Insurance brokers must scrutinise software vendors' SOC 2 Type 2 security to safeguard client data, compliance and operational resilience.
AutoGrab raises AUD $80m to drive UK, Europe expansion
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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cartech
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fleet management
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erp
AutoGrab secures AUD $80m Series B at AUD $230m valuation to fuel AI-powered automotive data expansion across the UK and Europe.
Telematics & video help fleets fight claims & costs
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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fleet management
Telematics and in-vehicle video are reshaping fleet safety, slashing claim times and helping exonerate drivers amid rising insurance pressures.
AI arms race to reshape Australia's cyber defences by 2026
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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malware
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wearables
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data protection
AI-powered attacks and defences, quantum threats and smart city risks are set to transform Australia's cyber security landscape by 2026.
Synechron unveils Agentic AI suite for regulated sectors
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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siem
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digital transformation
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fintech
Synechron has launched an Agentic AI suite to automate mission-critical workflows in heavily regulated financial and insurance sectors.
FinTech Australia opens entries for 2026 Finnie Awards
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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crypto
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fintech
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blockchain
FinTech Australia opens entries for the 2026 Finnie Awards, marking the programme's tenth year with revamped categories and a new Sydney venue.
Instabase appoints Omkar Pendse to lead AI product push
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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uc
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data protection
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digital transformation
Instabase appoints Omkar Pendse to spearhead product and technology as it doubles down on AI workflow automation after $100 million raise.
WTW links Radar with Databricks to speed insurer data
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
WTW links its Radar platform with Databricks to cut insurer data turnaround to minutes and tighten governance on pricing and analytics work.
UnderwriteMe launches claims engine with Zurich Australia
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
UnderwriteMe debuts its automated Claims Engine with Zurich Australia, unifying underwriting and claims on one platform to speed decisions.
First Connect passes USD $500m milestone in GWP surge
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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fintech
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risk & compliance
First Connect's digital insurance marketplace tops USD $500m in GWP, fuelled by rising demand from independent agents and carriers.
Samsung promotes open home AI ecosystems at CES 2026
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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data protection
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edge computing
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martech
Samsung uses CES 2026 to push open, interoperable home AI, tying SmartThings to insurers and media in a trust-focused ecosystem pitch.
Wialon adds Lytx AI dashcams to expand video telematics
Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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data protection
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edge computing
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iot
Wialon has added Lytx AI dashcams to its platform, bringing video-based safety and monitoring tools to 4 million connected vehicles.
Solera unveils global circularity consortium for insurers
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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uc
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risk & compliance
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clean technologies
Solera launches a global circularity consortium to unite insurers and mobility players on shared decarbonisation and circular economy goals.
JAVLN buys organiseit to boost APAC insurtech reach
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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saas
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data protection
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document management
JAVLN acquires Australian document manager organiseit after AUD $6 million raise, deepening its APAC insurtech footprint and cloud offering.
Tego plans standalone AI cover as exclusions tighten
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
Tego plans what it says could be Australia's first standalone AI insurance policy as traditional covers move toward broad AI exclusions.
QuoteCheck launches AI tool to cut insurers' repair bills
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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supply chain
QuoteCheck unveils AI-driven platform using live local building rates to help Australian insurers curb soaring home repair costs.