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Power plays
The federal election rivals have been quick to blame insurers for affordability issues. The industry’s response has been a little more measured
BIG BLUEPRINT: ICA has unveiled its election wish list – topped by a headline-grabbing call for government investment. But is anyone listening?
DUTY BOUND: As premium pressure mounts, the argument for tax reform is only growing stronger
SOFT TIMES: The Insurance News conference heard how the pricing cycle may be turning, and how best to navigate the shift
Making hay
Insurers posted strong half-year results during a catastrophe respite – before Cyclone Alfred showed up
Open for business
Lloyd’s chief commercial officer is out to smash some of the ‘myths’ surrounding the London market
Culture clash?
InsurtechLIVE heard how traditional insurers and start-ups can find common ground
Forever dangerous
The experts at Markel discuss emerging risks including toxic chemicals and printed properties
Liberty for all
Liberty Mutual Reinsurance has set up shop in Australia, promising a “risk-aware, not risk-averse” approach
CREDIT CRUNCH: How the growing insurance affordability crisis could spell disaster for some home loan lenders
MIXED BUSINESS: Satisfaction with brokers seems to have dipped – but the numbers tell a more nuanced tale
IN WITH THE OLD: Why more corporates are taking coverage into their own hands and setting up captive operations
RESPONDING TO BROKERS: Allianz Learn delivers tailored educational experiences to support brokers in their careers
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- Insights galore at Insurance News conference
- Insurtech gathering a success
- Charity cricket contest raises thousands
- UAC’s Sydney exchange brings the buzz
- Steadfast Convention raises record funds
INSIDE INFORMATION: Announcing the launch of the UAC Procare Employee Assistance Program – a mental health support service available to all UAC members
INSIDE INFORMATION: BAIS is making the most of advances in insurance system technology
INSIDE INFORMATION: INSTANDA enters the Australian market with a world-leading no-code platform aimed at faster product delivery and greater flexibility