The startups will work closely with 18 member corporations to establish proofs of concept and partnerships.

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The industry has long talked about embracing digital technology — but the time for talk may be over.

The 23 rounds of more than $10 million is indicative of a noted shift toward mature companies.

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Vineet Bansal last was CTO for iptiQ, a Swiss Re internal startup, where he worked for three years.

Customers were ready to leverage drones and self-service after weeks under social-distancing regulations, insurers say.

The Ring Always Home Cam moves autonomously and is equipped with an indoor camera, giving users multiple view points of their homes.

Tamara Simpkins Franklin is new Chief Digital, Data, and Analytics Officer for the brokerage effective October 1.

Policyholders’ willingness to buy insurance from technology companies has increased from 2016 to 2020.

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Remote processing and customer service investments are up, according to new research from Celent.

Despite a big dip in March and April, insurtech funding in the first half of 2020 is only 2% behind last year.

The ten selected startups will work closely with MetLife leaders and Techstars mentors for the three-month program to develop, experiment and scale their ideas.

Partnership introduces AI-enabled image identification, automation and analytics to personal property insurance buyers in Texas

Santosh Bardwaj becomes SVP, chief data and analytics officer with oversight of CNA's enterprise data and analytics function.

PasarPolis offers microinsurance, allowing ride-hailing drivers, couriers and online shoppers and sellers to buy protection that cost as little as a few U.S. cents.