Insurance
Singlife with Aviva launches first insurer-led open architecture programme
Singlife with Aviva launches first insurer-led open architecture programme
The programme aims to help startups and SMEs to digitalise and scale their business.
Chubb names new LINA Korea country president
The firm recently acquired Cigna’s life insurance operations in the country.
MSIG Hong Kong to provide free mental health support to policyholders
It recently signed an agreement with mental health tech company Intellect.
Peak Re boasts ninth straight year of premium growth
The group’s GWP increased by 9% in 2021.
Chubb to integrate Cigna’s Taiwan business
It also announced the new leader of the integrated business.
Manulife launches learning platform for insurance advisors in Asia
The platform is currently operational in Vietnam.
Chubb’s Hong Kong life business crucial for international expansion: analyst
It accounted for 15% of pre-tax income for the group.
JA Assure acquires shares in Thai General Insurance's brokerage firm
The purchase allows JA Assure access to Thailand’s market.
Indian human rights group seeks mandatory insurance for truck drivers
They are seeking a cover of $18.9k for every truck driver, co-driver, and helper.
Taiwan insurance industry profits continues downward spiral
Life insurer profits dropped by 23.6% whilst non-life fell by 203.2%
Humanising insurance in Singapore through digitalisation
Digitalisation can be a double-edged sword.
AIA Singapore goes on hiring spree for financial associate consultants
The firm opened 500 positions along with the launch of its Financial Associate Scheme.
Shopee enters Philippine insurance market
SeaInsure is a non-life insurer owned by business tycoon Forrest Li.
Seven Taiwan insurers fails to collect $100m interest on Russian bond
This is the first time Russia has defaulted on its international bonds.
Munich Re names Tobias Frenz as CEO of Singapore branch
He will continue to be based in Singapore.
Sun Life Hong Kong names new general manager for life and health
She is tasked with the firm's business strategy for the Greater Bay Area.
NTUC Income to cover 54,000 students in expanded insurance cover scheme
The free insurance cover is available to eligible students from low-income families.