News

Which Cars Are Most at Risk From Keyless Theft? Thatcham Has Answers

Thatcham Research has today launched security ratings to help consumers better understand the theft risk of new cars against a back drop of rising vehicle thefts. The new ratings assess whether measures to specifically address […]

Emerging Risk

Cyber Scout Uses Partnerships to Boost Offer in Asian Markets

CyberScout, the gold standard in identity and data defence services, is pleased to announce two new global partnerships that will introduce accessible cyber insurance solutions in Southeast Asia.   Individuals and small to medium-size businesses will receive CyberScout’s award-winning, best-in-class […]

Insurance claims

UIA Survey Finds Average Brit Carries £2600 Worth of Stuff Around

Handbags, backpacks, or laptop bags are absolutely essential in the modern world as we carry more and more things with us on a day-to-day basis. With people carrying more technology, bank cards, keys and extra […]

Big Data

The Disruptors: Talking Contents Cover Revolution with Buzzvault

Insurtech such as AI, virtual assistants, telematics and sophisticated anti-fraud software are all shaking up various sectors of the insurance industry. But two niches remain relatively old fashioned; home and life. There are disruptors active […]

Fraud

Opinion: Tackling Smartphone Insurance Fraud

In this Opinion piece, Toby Stubbington, Managing Director of loveit coverit, looks at the latest techniques in fighting fraudulent mobile phone claims. With modern handsets like the iPhone X, Blackphone and Samsung Galaxy S9 all […]

Fraud

UK General Launches Personal Cyber Insurance Product

UK General Insurance, the Leeds-based specialist and niche personal lines insurance provider, is launching a new product, personal cyber protection insurance. The product, which has been developed in partnership with UK General’s capacity partner Munich […]

Fraud

Thieves Getting Wise to Conventional Tracking Devices

The emergence of more sophisticated criminals may be rendering many conventional trackers ineffective, with the caravan and motorhome industry particularly vulnerable, according to telematics expert In-car Cleverness. The increasing prevalence of advanced equipment, including scanners able […]