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Payments NZ releases first API standard for payments

April 3, 2019

Payments NZ has released its first API standards for banks and third-parties, leading the way for open banking frameworks and improved innovation.

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Wellness programmes have become an increasingly common feature in life insurance offerings. Many insurers launch digital health initiatives with strong internal support and early customer interest. Yet maintaining engagement over time remains a persistent challenge.

How life insurers can keep wellness programmes active beyond launch

April 2, 2026

INSTANDA has launched INSTANDA MAX, a new ‘underwriter-first’ capability designed to help commercial and non-admitted insurers underwrite tens of thousands of complex assets within a single policy in real time.

Commercial/Enterprise Insurance

INSTANDA unveils MAX to underwrite thousands of assets in one policy

April 2, 2026

Acrisure has acquired technology-driven managing general agent Vave from Canopius Group, strengthening its position in the US insurance market and expanding its data-led underwriting capabilities.

Commercial/Enterprise Insurance

Acrisure acquires MGA Vave from Canopius

April 2, 2026

Talanx AG has raised €1bn through a dual bond issuance aimed at strengthening its capital structure and supporting long term financial flexibility.

Talanx raises €1bn through dual bond issuance

April 2, 2026