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Singlife recruits former MAS director for board oversight
Singlife recruits former MAS director for board oversight
The veteran leader previously managed foreign bank supervision.
13 hours ago
Liberty Specialty Markets invades Asia fine art insurance sector
Liberty Specialty Markets invades Asia fine art insurance sector
Regional lead Edrick Tang targets complex placements for bullion and collectible cars to drive 2026 growth.
14 hours ago
Singapore’s domestic general insurance rises 8.4% in 2025
Singapore’s domestic general insurance rises 8.4% in 2025
Despite the growth in revenue, net incurred claims for the domestic market also increased.
14 hours ago
How Ping An Health grew as AI cut consultation costs 45%
How Ping An Health grew as AI cut consultation costs 45%
The decline was recorded in the fourth quarter of 2025 as automation deepened.
14 hours ago
Manulife shifts AI leadership to Hong Kong with new hire
Manulife shifts AI leadership to Hong Kong with new hire
The insurer has already rolled out 91 generative AI use cases across its operations.
15 hours ago
HDI Global says Australia drove growth in tough APAC market
HDI Global says Australia drove growth in tough APAC market
It plans further expansion across New Zealand and broader Asia Pacific in 2026.
15 hours ago
Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales
Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales
Shield Plus users aged 40 and below qualify for the enhanced principal sum insured.
15 hours ago
Singapore health premiums jump 14.8% in February
Singapore health premiums jump 14.8% in February
The increase reflects a long-term repricing cycle rather than seasonal demand.
15 hours ago
Markel expands APAC W&I with two underwriter hires
Markel expands APAC W&I with two underwriter hires
One appointment covers Singapore, Hong Kong, and other regional deal markets, whilst the other is based in Mumbai.
1 day ago
Automation threatens 43% of insurance tasks by 2030
Automation threatens 43% of insurance tasks by 2030
Nearly all insurers are speeding up adoption as technology reshapes operational models.
1 day ago
APRA warns climate risks could leave 1 in 4 homes uninsured
APRA warns climate risks could leave 1 in 4 homes uninsured
The regulator assessed two severe scenarios covering weather losses and transition costs through to 2050.
1 day ago
HSBC Life pushes preventive care shift with new programme
HSBC Life pushes preventive care shift with new programme
It combines workplace programmes, insurance expansion, education and community initiatives.
1 day ago
Etiqa and AIA expand Takaful access via 6,300 agents
Etiqa and AIA expand Takaful access via 6,300 agents
It allows Takaful offerings to reach both Muslim and non-Muslim customers in Singapore.
2 days ago
Tata AIA launches AI and mid-cap funds for ULIPs
Tata AIA launches AI and mid-cap funds for ULIPs
Offer period runs from 24 to 31 March, with entry pricing set at $0.11.
2 days ago
CTIM stays resilient amidst reinsurance reliance risk: AM Best
CTIM stays resilient amidst reinsurance reliance risk: AM Best
It maintains a 34% share in Macau non-life backed by diversified distribution channels.
2 days ago
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How can insurers balance outsourcing and data control?
Rising data volumes are becoming harder to access and use effectively.
How will the Middle East war drive cyber insurance demand?
Geopolitical tensions are spilling into the digital realm.
How can Asia-Pacific reinsurers tackle rising disaster losses?
They still posted steady growth over the past five years.
How can Indonesia’s insurers balance tighter capital rules and rising claims?
Disaster claims may raise premiums, costs, and tighten coverage.
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Pricing Discipline, Customer Value: Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit Heads to Bangkok
Speakers from Kasikornbank, KPMG Thailand, Systemweb Technology, and Simon-Kucher will share their insights on the industry’s latest trends and challenges.



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