Insurtech

Also: New data hire at Amerilife, European expansion at Insurify.

In partnership with Allianz Life and Securian Financial, five insurtech startups will participate in a three month accelerator program.

A selection of notable investments in insurance startups.

The major increases included both mega-rounds and an influx of early-stage companies.

High-net-worth insurtech operates in 18 states.

Dieter Wemmer is teaming up with two others on $300 million fund seeking targets among technology players in the insurance space.

Insurtech company says this completes its suite of products for small-business owners.

Company COO Shai Wininger promises a product of particular interest to electric-vehicle owners.

Also: Shift and Buckle partner up.

Rideshare coverage company also brings in a USAA executive to lead operations and distribution.