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The Connected Podcast

Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum

Co-curated by Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum, The Connected Podcast is a daily scan of all the happenings in the world of Insurance & InsurTech News.

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12:12

Northern California faces possible record-breaking...

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2024/11/22

The Connected Podcast: Exploring the Insurance EcosystemWelcome to an exciting episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the latest news and trends shaping the insurance ecosystem. In this segment, our conversations span from the dramatic atmospheric events in Northern California and the Pacific Northwest to the shifting dynamics within the auto insurance market. Join us as we unpack how these developments impact insurers, consumers, and the broader industry. Beginning with t...

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10:40

Road Risk Alert: Distracted Driving is 18% Higher on...

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2024/11/21

The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance EcosystemWelcome to The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the latest news and events shaping the insurance industry. Join us as we explore the impactful developments and emerging trends that are redefining the insurance ecosystem. In our recent episode, we spotlight the surge in distracted driving incidents during the Thanksgiving travel season and its significant implications for the insurance sector. Data from CMT reveals an 18% incr...

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12:55

Global insurers set to navigate volatile market in 2025

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2024/11/20

The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In a recent episode of The Connected Podcast, we dive deep into the dynamic and complex landscape of the insurance industry, highlighted by McKinsey's Global Insurance Report for 2025. This report delineates the current industry climate, marked by economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and shifting trade patterns. Amidst these challenges, ...

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13:43

Unprofitable Insurance - Tail Effect Hits Auto Lines

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2024/11/19

The Connected Podcast - News & Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In this segment of The Connected Podcast, the spotlight shines on the dynamic changes occurring within the personal auto and property insurance sectors. The industry is navigating through significant challenges, from the aftermath of global events like the COVID-19 pandemic to natural catastrophes. Notably, the personal auto insurance market is showing signs of ...

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12:01

Building the future of insurance with AI

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2024/11/18

The Connected PodcastExplore the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem on The Connected Podcast. This week's episode delves into the transformative role of technology, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing influence in the industry. Currently, 76% of U.S. insurers are implementing generative AI, revolutionizing operations from claims processing to customer service. AI's integration is not just an option but a necessity for competitive advantage, as high...

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15:40

OEM Summit panel: Telematics data focus on driving...

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2024/11/15

The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the transformative potential of embedded insurance within the insurance industry. Embedded insurance lets consumers seamlessly purchase insurance coverage during the transaction of other products or services. While earlier forms like buying travel insurance at airports aren't entirely new, the concept is rapidly evolving. ...

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12:52

CARFAX: 347,000 Cars Flood Damaged in 2024 Hurricanes

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2024/11/08

The Connected Podcast: News in the Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the pivotal news and events reshaping the insurance ecosystem. This episode offers an in-depth exploration of the transformative forces at play in the industry, from natural disasters to innovative solutions disrupting conventional processes. We kick off the discussion with a thorough analysis of the destructive 2024 hurricane season, highl...

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14:00

Embedded Insurance: Major Disruptor Can Bridge Huge...

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2024/11/07

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast Exploring News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into two major developments in the insurance world: the rising prominence of embedded insurance and the strategic growth story of Progressive Corp. Embedded insurance, defined as coverage integrated into the purchase of another product or service, is emerging ...

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14:46

US InsurTech funding doubled in Q3: FinTech Global

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2024/11/06

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, your insider's guide to the latest happenings in the insurance ecosystem! Join us as we navigate through groundbreaking developments, financial insights, and technological advancements reshaping the industry in real-time. In the third quarter of 2024, the US InsurTech industry witnessed a significant boom, with funding doubling from last year, reaching a staggering $1.91 billion. This impressive growth was largely propelled by a monumental $1 billion inv...

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14:45

US election outcome has potential direct & indirect...

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2024/11/05

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of insurance and InsurTech. In this episode, we explore the evolving insurance landscape, focusing on two pivotal topics: the impact of the upcoming US election and the rising trend in US insurance spending. As the November 2024 election approaches, analysts at Deutsche Bank are closely monitoring potential indirect effects on European insurers like Aegon and Zurich. These effects are ch...

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6:14

Insurers and InsurTechs Collaborate on innovative...

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2024/11/04

The Connected Podcast: Unveiling the Future of InsuranceIn a recent episode of The Connected Podcast, the focus shifts to significant developments in the insurance ecosystem, emphasizing collaborations between insurers and InsurTech companies to address the challenges posed by extreme weather events. At the InsureTech Connect 2024 conference, leaders like Bill Keogh from EOS Venture Partners discussed shifting the industry's focus from debating climate change to implementing proactive solutio...

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11:26

Lemonade Remains in the Red With $68M Loss in Q3

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2024/11/01

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centers around key developments in the insurance ecosystem, offering listeners a comprehensive view of current trends and opportunities. This episode delves into the financial metrics of industry giants, forward-looking market forecasts, and evolving dynamics within the sector. ...

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11:13

Profitability Milestone and Strategic Growth: Root...

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2024/10/31

Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we dive deep into the significant financial developments currently shaping the insurance ecosystem. This episode focuses on industry giants Root Inc., Allstate, and another major insurance player. Root Inc. reported its first profitable quarter with a net income of $23 million for Q3 2024, highlighting improvements in various financial metrics, including operating income and a gross loss ratio of 57%. This achievement was bolstered...

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12:28

2025 Predictions: Tech and UBI Growth, 5 Carriers to...

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2024/10/30

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we explore the latest trends and events reshaping the insurance ecosystem. Our latest episode navigates the complexities facing the industry as we approach 2025, focusing on both challenges and promising developments. We kick off with a deep dive into the rising insurance rates, exacerbated by increasing claims costs, which threaten both insurer profitability and customer satisfaction. As a solution, insurers are advised to create tailored offering...

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9:57

Road Risk Alert: Beware of the roads on Halloween....

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2024/10/29

The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance EcosystemThe Connected PodcastDive deep into the ever-evolving world of insurance with our latest episode, as we unravel the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. As Halloween approaches, there's a notable uptick in distracted driving incidents. Specifically, a 3.7% increase is observed on this day compared to other October Tuesdays, with the most perilous period being from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. This alarmi...

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10:01

InsureTech Connect 2024 Perspectives

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2024/10/28

The Connected Podcast offers an in-depth exploration of the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. In this episode, the conversation revolves around pivotal insights from the InsureTech Connect conference in Las Vegas, where major themes included artificial intelligence (AI), data, and the growing maturity of the InsurTech sector. Since its inception in 2016, the conference has evolved significantly. This year's event featured a redesigned expo hall with industry-specifi...

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11:42

Why insurers are losing but still winning big

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2024/10/25

The Connected Podcast: Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Complex World of Insurance "The Connected Podcast" offers an in-depth exploration of the evolving landscape of news and events within the insurance ecosystem. Join us as we delve into the challenges and innovations shaping this dynamic industry. High Stakes with Home Insurance In a recent segment, we explored the turbulent world of home insurance, likening its purchase to a high-...

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9:57

Can Insurtech elevate nat cat preparedness?

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2024/10/24

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and trends shaping the insurance ecosystem. In this recent episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics of the industry as it navigates the aftermath of natural disasters and embraces technological advancements amid current challenges. The episode opens with a focus on the devastation caused by Hurricane Milton and the looming threat of Hurricane Oscar, underscoring the necessity for resilience within the insurance ...

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11:08

How Urban Mobility Will Look Like in 2035 | Oliver Wyman

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2024/10/23

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic realm of news and events within the insurance ecosystem. In this insightful episode, we explore the rapidly evolving interplay between technology and mobility, offering a forward-looking perspective on significant shifts anticipated by 2035. Forecasts predict that the global mobility industry will escalate from a value of $389 billion in 2023 to a staggering $1.1 trillion by 2035, driven predominantly by digital services. Innov...

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11:52

Global Nat Cat Losses Soar to $120 billion in 2024

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2024/10/22

The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, our hosts delve into significant challenges and advancements shaping the insurance industry today. The discussion begins with the pressing financial impacts of escalating climate-driven events. With global average temperatures rising by about 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, the first half of 2024 witnessed unprecedented natural disasters, leading to gl...

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