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Insurer looks to reward healthy living habits with discounts on gadgets and premium.

Most consumers have already benefited from digital, mobile self-service, but have also been victims of tech gone wrong.

The company is creating a division that will develop products, research and partnerships for a field that connects everything from driverless cars to light bulbs to the web.

Artificial intelligence, followed by digital security and the IoT are the most differentiating technologies, but also among the hardest to hire for, say IT leaders.

There are opportunities for carriers of all sizes to get involved, as many startups looking for pilot customers will lower costs to get their foot in the door.

Insurer’s personal insurance unit is looking to develop lasting relationships with startups in big data, AI and more.

Carriers should partner with upstart companies to speed digitalization, consultant adds.

Carrier is looking to develop customer experience comparable to that of Amazon and Google, according to Cathleen Scerbo, VP of IT business operations.

Insurer plans to collaborate with new companies developing platforms in the Internet of Things, mobility and fintech spaces.

Insurer hints its future capabilities on the smart device will include bill pay and assets for the newly released Echo Show.