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Even though a majority of organizations have adopted or plan to adopt IoT technologies within the next year, many are still concerned about cybersecurity threats, says Peter Tsai.

One in four households is expected to have a voice assistant item by the end of the year, giving carriers an opportunity to leverage the new channel for service.

Toronto-based insurer is the latest carrier to adopt voice-assistant technology as an additional communication tool for policyholders.

The emerging technologies are equally dependent on each other for best results, Novarica says

The startup hub will operate as a standalone division of Fintech Australia, a local incubator founded in 2015.

Artificial intelligence, the IoT, cloud computing and cryptocurrencies are among the technologies that will dominate new IT investments, according to the researcher.

Among selection of 9 emerging companies are several taking advantage of data from devices.

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.

Most innovation plans do not account for emerging industry trends like insurtech disruption and IoT adoption, study finds.

The company looks to invest in startups, like the Ring video doorbell, that dovetail with its future vision of insurance.

To meet the needs of customers and deliver services as needed, insurers need knowledgeable, skilled people to build and manage sophisticated applications, algorithms and analytics.