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Insurtech start-ups: Funding the future
Insurtech start-ups have a range of options to fund their business: from private equity to crowdfunding, from partners to business angels, from incubators to accelerators. Post’s article assesses the different options available for insurtech start-ups.
In depth - Social Media: Where do insurers stand on the use of social media data?
In November, social media firm Facebook pulled the plug on Admiral’s flagship app First Car Quote within hours of its launch. This article studies the implications for insurers and their use of social media data.
In depth: Autonomous vehicles
Autonomous cars are no longer a futuristic idea and as technology races forward, insurers need to ensure that they aren’t left stuck in the slow lane. This article sheds light on recent developments relevant to autonomous vehicles and the implications for insurers.
Research state of the broker nation extra: Insurers
In this extra part of the State of the broker nation, Post finds out what brokers really think about their insurers. Michèle Bacchus asked them plainly – and she has received some frank answers. Topics covered: relationships with insurers; broker barometer; areas for improvement.
Infographic: Research state of the broker nation - Professionalism and staff
Accompanying part three of Post's state of the broker nation research sponsored by LV=, this infographic sheds light on brokers' views on professionalism, entry routes into the industry, attracting new talent and diversity.
Research state of the broker nation: Professionalism and staff
In the third part of Post’s research sponsored by LV=, brokers share their views on career progression, diversity and succession planning within the industry. Brokers also discuss the value of apprenticeships and achieving chartered status.
Infographic: Research state of the broker nation - Regulation
Accompanying part two of Post's state of the broker nation research sponsored by LV=, this infographic provides statistics on what brokers think of networks, network participation and how important networks will be in the future.
Automation: Rise of the machines
A study placed underwriters near the top of a list of jobs most at risk of being phased out in favour of automated systems. But how real is the prospect of underwriters being replaced by machines, and should it be welcomed or feared? Download Post's article to find out.
Research state of the broker nation: Regulation
In the second part of Post’s research sponsored by LV=, brokers talk candidly to Michèle Bacchus about the British Insurance Brokers’ Association, the Financial Conduct Authority, the government and the European Union.
Infographic: Research state of the broker nation - Digitalisation and the future
Accompanying part one of Post's state of the broker nation research sponsored by LV=, this infographic provides statistics on brokers' views on the impact of digitalisation, the value of social media, market disruption and the future of broking.