Insurance Regulation

FCA Action Against Xcore Highlights Investment Scam Risks

Following an application by the FCA, the High Court, on 14 May 2019, declared that Xcore Capital Limited (Xcore) and Jonathan Chitty had carried on an unauthorised investment scheme. The scheme took in at least […]

News

Commercial Sector: Lloyd’s Invests in Layr SME Platform

Lloyd’s has confirmed it will invest inĀ Layr, a cloud-based commercial insurance platform for small businesses, following a successful trial in the Lloyd’s Lab, which last week welcomed a second cohort of 12Ā InsurTechĀ start-ups. Layr, which is […]

HR & Employment

5.3 Million Brits Would Love to Run Their Own Business, Says Direct Line

The entrepreneurial dream is alive and well in the UK reveals new research collated by Direct Line for Business. Some 5.3 million people (10 per cent) dream of becoming their own boss in the future, […]

Global insurance trends

Lloyds Research Highlights Under-Insurance Risk in Emerging Economies

An estimated $163 billion of assets are underinsured in the world today, leaving an exposure gap that poses a significant threat to livelihoods and global prosperity, according to new research from Lloyd’s and the Centre […]

Global insurance trends

Lombard Launches High Net Worth Life Plan & Assets Management Product

Lombard International Assurance, a global leader in wealth planning solutions for high net worth individuals and institutions, has announced the launch of the International Life Plan. This sophisticated protection solution offers High Net Worth Individuals […]