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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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16:14

Hurricane Helene insured losses projected at $3B-6B

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2024/09/26

The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into significant advancements and pressing concerns in the insurance ecosystem, particularly revolving around hurricane tracking, geocoding, and aerial and exposure modeling. As Hurricane Helene looms, tools enabling immediate financial impact assessments post-storm are invaluable. Gallagher Re’s recent report predicts Helene'...

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16:08

Hurricane Helene Forecast Category 3 Or Higher

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2024/09/25

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to another episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the critical news and events that are shaping the insurance ecosystem. Our first story examines the impact of Hurricane Helene, currently posing a serious threat to Florida’s west coast. Tampa Bay officials have issued evacuation orders as ...

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8:07

Auto insurance, transportation costs continue to hike...

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2024/09/24

The Connected Podcast: Latest News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the latest updates and trends shaping the insurance ecosystem. Tune in to our newest episode and stay informed about significant changes and cutting-edge developments in the industry. This episode spotlights some compelling highlights: Significant Impact of Motor Vehicle Insurance on Inflation ...

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15:37

InsurTech 2.0: What do CEO departures signal for the...

The Connected Podcast ·

2024/09/23

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into significant news and trends within the insurance ecosystem, particularly noting the wave of leadership changes in the InsurTech sector. High-profile unicorns like ManyPets, Wefox, Clark, and Tractable have recently undergone leadership transitions. These changes are part of a noteworthy trend indicative of the evolving needs of maturing startups. Initially...

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16:03

"It's an industry problem": Is social inflation...

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2024/09/20

The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance EcosystemIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, the focus is on the transformative impacts of AI and social trends on the global insurance ecosystem. The discussion begins with the concept of social inflation, a term used to describe rising insurance claims costs due to societal trends and legal changes, which has significantly affected the industry since 2015. Erich Bublitz from AmTrust E&S Insurance Services explains how social ...

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16:39

U.S. property insurance rates fall for first time...

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2024/09/19

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this segment of The Connected Podcast on News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem, the discussion centers around the notable shift in U.S. property insurance rates, which are dropping for the first time in nearly seven years. A report by Aon Plc shows a 0.94% decrease in average rates for the second quarter, reversing a trend of annual i...

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13:50

Rampant Home Insurance Increases Strain Customer...

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2024/09/18

The Connected PodcastThe Connected Podcast: Latest News and Events in the Insurance EcosystemIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the latest happenings within the insurance ecosystem. Chubb has emerged as the leader in the homeowners insurance sector, while Erie Insurance tops the rankings for renters insurance, according to the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Home Insurance Study. Both home and renters insurance rates have surged beyond inflation and auto insurance rate i...

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16:06

Reinsurers to Push for Double-Digit U.S. Casualty...

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2024/09/17

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the unfolding news and events within the insurance ecosystem. Firstly, the lead topic addresses the anticipated January 2025 renewals for U.S. casualty premium rates, with Fitch Ratings forecasting double-digit increases. This move is necessitated by escalating los...

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15:15

Surplus lines market hits new premium record amid...

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2024/09/16

The Connected Podcast: News & Events in the Insurance EcosystemIn the recent installment of The Connected Podcast, the focus is on pivotal news and events in the insurance ecosystem. A key highlight is the U.S. surplus lines insurance market, which achieved a historic milestone by exceeding $100 billion in premiums for the first time in 2023, reaching over $115 billion in direct premiums. This marks a robust 16.8% growth, highlighting six consecutive years of double-digit expansion. Facto...

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13:09

Hurricane Francine losses manageable for P&C...

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2024/09/13

The Connected Podcast: News and Events in Insurance The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, the focus shifts to key updates in the insurance ecosystem, beginning with the aftermath of Hurricane Francine. Equity analysts at RBC Capital Markets report that while losses are anticipated, they will be manageable for the property and casualty insurance sectors, with minimal impact on the reinsurance mark...

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10:51

S&P warns of rising climate risks for P&C insurers...

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2024/09/12

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance EcosystemThe Connected Podcast: News and Events Shaping the Insurance EcosystemIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centered on current news and events impacting the insurance ecosystem. The segment begins with insights from S&P Global Ratings highlighting the ongoing importance of reinsurance in the risk management landscape. Insurers are grappling with rising natural catastrophe-related claims throu...

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17:07

Which insurers face the biggest hit from Hurricane...

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2024/09/11

The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this segment of The Connected Podcast focusing on news and events in the insurance industry, the discussion begins with the anticipated impact of Hurricane Francine, now a Category 1 hurricane, on major insurers in Louisiana such as State Farm, Allstate, and USAA. State Farm commands the largest market share in the state, followed by Allstate and oth...

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19:55

US private auto insurers' premiums rise to record...

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2024/09/10

The Connected Podcast - Latest News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into recent developments in the US auto insurance sector. The second quarter of 2024 witnessed record-high premiums, with direct premiums written (DPW) reaching $86.87 billion, marking a significant increase from the previous year's $75.53 billion. The private auto sector showed rema...

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12:56

This summer was the hottest in recorded history...

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2024/09/09

The Connected Podcast: News and Events Shaping the Insurance EcosystemIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into pressing topics impacting the insurance ecosystem, emphasizing four key trends reshaping the industry. Firstly, climate change is driving unprecedented challenges in risk assessment and disaster response, with 2023's summer temperatures hitting record highs according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service. Such extremes underscore the urgent need for the insurance se...

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11:09

Cambridge Mobile Telematics Earns Award for...

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2024/09/06

The Connected Podcast - Insurance Ecosystem UpdatesIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into recent developments and events in the insurance ecosystem: Frost & Sullivan Market Leadership Award: Frost & Sullivan recently honored Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) with the 2024 Market Leadership Award for their pioneering work in telematics, especially through their AI-powered platform, DriveWell Fusion®. This platform integrates with insurance applications to offer re...

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19:17

Chubb's Greenberg tops P&C insurer CEO pay list in 2023

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2024/09/05

The Connected Podcast: News & Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News & Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into an analysis from S&P Global Market Intelligence on CEO compensations in the U.S. property and casualty, and multiline insurance sectors for 2023. Chubb Ltd. CEO Evan Greenberg emerged as the highest-paid with a total adjusted compensation of $27.7 million, reflecting a 10% inc...

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12:46

New data shows concerning trajectory of home...

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2024/09/04

The Connected PodcastNews and Events in the Insurance EcosystemIn this segment of The Connected Podcast, the hosts delve into the current trends and challenges in the insurance ecosystem, highlighting significant developments in home and auto insurance. Home insurance rates have surged by an average of 21% from May 2022 to May 2023, primarily due to increasingly severe weather events. Carlos Martín from Harvard comments on the evolving risks and economic pressures facing both insurers and hom...

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10:23

Allstate Approved to Raise Home Insurance Rates by...

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2024/09/03

The Connected Podcast - Insurance News & Events The Connected Podcast Episode: Latest News and Developments in the Insurance Ecosystem In a recent episode of The Connected Podcast, key developments within the insurance ecosystem were discussed with significant implications for policyholders and industry stakeholders. Allstate Corporation is set to raise home insurance rates in California by an average of 34.1 percent starting November, impacting a...

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9:31

Results Too Good? Swiss Re Boosts Reserves ~$1B Amid...

The Connected Podcast ·

2024/09/02

The Connected Podcast - Insurance News & Events The Connected Podcast: Insurance News & Events In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, the discussion revolves around several pivotal news and events reshaping the insurance and automotive ecosystems. Swiss Re's Financial Performance Swiss Re reported a nearly $1 billion net profit for the second quarter, driven by lower than expected catastrophe losses. For the first half, the profit reached $2....

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11:52

Allstate announces massive home insurance rate...

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2024/08/30

The Connected Podcast - Insurance News & EventsThe Connected Podcast - Staying Updated on Trends and Events in the Insurance EcosystemEpisode: Big Changes on the Horizon - Analyzing Key Events and Trends in InsuranceIn this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the significant events and trends shaping the insurance ecosystem. Join us as we navigate through the latest developments, from skyrocketing home insurance premiums to the intriguing shifts in auto insurance d...

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