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1 out 3 working Malaysians are uninsured

1 out 3 working Malaysians are uninsured

16% of them have said they have no plans to get insurance or takaful.

Investment-linked life insurance boosts Singapore’s life insurance industry

ILI products grew by 30% in 2021 and are expected to grow further by 9.8% this year.

Tokio Marine to lead bolttech’s Series B funding round

The investment will raise the insurtech firm's value to $1.5b.

Miller appoints former Allianz head as APAC Head of Energy

He has worked in markets such as China, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

Sun Life Malaysia Takaful names new chief

He previously held the role of Chief Operations Officer at Sun Life.

India insurance regulator proposes to allow private equity funds in insurance

Private equity funds may invest as a promoter or an investor.

Igloo introduces nat cat and fire cover for indoor assets in Vietnam

The regional insurtech player has partnered with Shopee and Bao Viet for the launch.

DocDoc and QBE join forces to debut proactive group health insurance in Singapore

The product will be offered to employers through partnerships with brokers.

India International Insurance launches travel cover i-Journey in Singapore

It provides coverage for travel delays, terrorism, and more.

Damaged or lost phones cost New Zealanders $7.58m a year

The data comes from 35,899 contents insurance claims from State Insurance.

New Zealand banks and insurers returns $93.86m after conduct and culture review

The joint review of banks and life insurers was conducted between 2018 to 2019.

Almost 4 in 5 people in Asia are interested in mental health insurance

Multiple challenges like stigma and cost, however, are hindering most to seek help.

Former AIA director joins Manulife as new chief

The new chief brings with him 20 years of experience in the insurance and finance industry.