Insurtech

May 8, 2021 @ 3:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

France-based Shift Technology, an SaaS provider of AI-enhanced decision automation and optimization solutions for the insurance sector, recently revealed that it has finalized a $220 million Series D funding round. Shift Technology‘s latest investment round brings total investment in the company to $320 million along… Read More

May 8, 2021 @ 2:18 pm By Xu Gao  |  

Insurtech Firm Waterdrop Starts Trading on New York Stock Exchange  On May 7th, Waterdrop Inc., China’s leading insurance and healthcare service technology platform, went public on New York Stock Exchange. Founded in 2016, Waterdrop has built an online insurance marketplace (“Shuidibao”) and a medical crowdfunding… Read More

May 7, 2021 @ 12:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

F10 Switzerland has reportedly graduated its second acceleration batch during an online startup event with several well-known attendees from the investor and corporate sector. F10 Switzerland is now accepting applications for its third accelerator – which aims to support sustainable finance and various services for… Read More

May 5, 2021 @ 1:11 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

  NextCar Holding Company Inc. (NXCR), a fintech and insurtech vehicle subscription platform, announced on Wednesday it has partnered with data analytics and consumer intelligence provider J.D. Power to bring proprietary data solutions, vehicle valuation, and consumer sunlight to support and strengthen its vehicle subscription… Read More

May 3, 2021 @ 10:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ping An Insurance has reportedly been named the most valuable insurance brand in the world in the Insurance 2021, 100 Ranking, which is a spot that the company has maintained for the 5th consecutive year. Brand Finance, a brand valuation consultancy firm, valued the Ping… Read More

April 30, 2021 @ 9:24 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

U.S. insurtech startup Kin Insurance announced earlier this week its agency, the Kin Insurance Network Distributor, is launching landlord insurance in Louisiana. As previously reported, Kin describes itself as an insurtech startup and licensed insurance carrier that is on a mission to fix home insurance through… Read More

April 29, 2021 @ 2:01 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

    Apollo Insurance Solutions Ltd. (TSXV: APLO Reserved), a Canadian online insurance provider, announced on Thursday it has secured coverholder status with Lloyd’s of London. APOLLO reported that the status gives it access to an expanded product portfolio and the ability to manufacture products… Read More

April 28, 2021 @ 2:18 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

    Branch, a U.S.-based insurtech startup, announced on Wednesday the expansion of its home and auto coverage in Colorado and Oklahoma. Founded in 2017, Branch explained that it “taps” into the power of the community to make insurance accessible and affordable for everyone, utilizing technology to… Read More

April 27, 2021 @ 2:20 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

  Arturo, a U.S.-based AI-powered platform that derives property insights and predictive analytics from aerial and satellite imagery, announced on Tuesday it secured $25 million through its Series B funding round, which was led by Atlantic Bridge Capital with participation from RPS Ventures and existing… Read More

April 27, 2021 @ 1:40 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

  Sigo, a U.S.-based insurtech that specializes in car insurance, announced on Tuesday it raised $1.5 million through its latest Seed funding round, which saw participation from Amicle Capital, Bonded Capital Ventures, Demeter Capital, Financial Solutions Lab, Park City Angels, and gANGELS. Founded in 2019, Sigo… Read More

April 27, 2021 @ 8:42 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

  Global accelerator program Plug and Play announced on Tuesday the launch of its new office in Seoul, Korea. Plug and Play reported its Korea division will primarily focus on corporate innovation in the areas of Financial Services (Fintech, Insurtech, and Health) and Smart Cities (Mobility &… Read More

April 25, 2021 @ 10:16 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

      Insurify, an AI-powered insurance comparison platform that’s based in the U.S., recently announced it has joined forces with Toyota Insurance Management Solutions (TIMS) to power its insurance platform with Insurify’s online insurance shopping technology. According to the duo, this new collaboration will… Read More

April 24, 2021 @ 5:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

London-based Fintech firm Molo Finance, which focuses on reimagining mortgages, has teamed up with Uinsure to provide digital insurance solutions for the buy-to-let market. Molo Finance says it does not want to just “marginally improve” the mortgage process. Their goal is to “radically redesign the… Read More

April 23, 2021 @ 10:17 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

  Cover Whale, a U.S.-based insurtech broker, announced on Thursday it has formed a new partnership with Smart Choice. Cover Whale revealed its truck insurance platform will now be open to Smart Choice agents in select states and will provide new insurance options to America’s… Read More

April 22, 2021 @ 2:13 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

  U.S. insurtech Brella Insurance announced on Thursday it raised $15 million through its Series A funding round, which was led by Brewer Lane Venture with participation from Fidelity Security Life Insurance, SymphonyAI, Digitalis Ventures, Two Sigma Ventures, New York Life Ventures, and Founder Collective. Founded in 2019,… Read More

April 21, 2021 @ 11:54 pm By JD Alois  |  

Ingatica, an Insurtech that offers a digital self-service and automation solutions for insurers, has closed on a USD $7 million pre-series A funding. The investment was led by Lingfeng Capital, with participation from SOSV Investment Funds, Australia-based Artesian, HK-Based AFG Partners Fund, as well as… Read More

April 20, 2021 @ 10:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Lemonade (NYSE:LMND), the insurance firm that’s powered by AI and behavioral economics, announced on Tuesday (April 20, 2021) that it’s “readying ‘Lemonade Car’ for launch within the year.” As mentioned in a release shared with CI, early registration is “now open at www.lemonade.com/car.” The announcement further… Read More

April 19, 2021 @ 2:59 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

    Versured, a U.S.-based insurtech, announced on Monday the launch of its commercial and life insurance. Founded in 2019, Versured stated it was built on a foundation of trusted brokerage partners with broad insights and experiences. Our core value of trust has remained central to… Read More

April 19, 2021 @ 10:49 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

    U.S. insurtech Zywave recently announced it has acquired Enquiron, a provider of risk management and consultative business solutions. Zywave reported that with the combination of its existing portfolio of solutions, the acquisition reinforces its “leadership” position in these markets. Founded in 1996, Enquiron… Read More

April 18, 2021 @ 12:58 pm By Xu Gao  |  

The People’s Bank of China and Six Other Departments Launch Fintech Projects for Rural Vitalization In order to better implement the strategy of rural vitalization, the People’s Bank of China and six other department (namely Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Ministry of Industry and… Read More