How will hybrid working impact the future of broking?
One of the most potentially longstanding trends to emerge over the past year is hybrid working, with the working model expected to persist as the workforce becomes more accustomed to the work-life balance it offers them.
How can InsurTechs secure strong growth in emerging economies?
One of the key recent trends in global insurance has been the growth of InsurTechs in emerging markets. Research by SwissRe previously forecasted that emerging market premiums would more than double over the next ten years and outpace advanced market premium growth by four times. Post-pandemic, is this forecast still relevant?
Number of new FinTechs fall as investors hedge bets on established firms
Research by Claurus Investments has found investment in early-stage FinTech funding rounds is declining as investors begin to focus their capital on more mature companies.
Envelop Risk concludes SoftBank-led Series B with $130m
Cyber and speciality (re)insurance firm Envelop Risk has secured $130m from a Series B funding round led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2.
Bank of England issues letter to banks on regulatory reporting shortfalls
The Bank of England (BofE) has sent a warning letter to banks and building societies for not supplying correct information to help regulators identify risks to the financial system.
Rogue mobile banking app presence records 140% year-on-year hike
A report by Outseer has found the presence of rogue mobile banking apps increased 140% compared to the same time in 2020.
Neosec emerges from stealth mode with $20.7m in a Series A funding round
Neosec came out of stealth mode and completed its Series A fundraise with a total investment of $20.7m from True Ventures, New Era Capital Partners, TLV and SixThirty.
Sproutt eyes bolstered life insurance offering following $26m Series B raise
Life insurance firm Sproutt has raised $26m from a Series B funding round led by MoreTech Ventures.
InsurTech unicorn Groww in talks to close $250m in new investment round
Indian startup that helps millennials invest in mutual funds and stocks Groww is reportedly in talks to raise a new financing round at a $3bn valuation.
How communication compliance has become the biggest hurdle for financial firms
With workforces becoming increasingly dispersed, methods of communication have escalated, making security compliance a key challenge for firms.
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