Asia InsurTech Podcast

“Asia, of course, is a construct of many, many geographies. And each geography is very different…I see a real opportunity to leapfrog and not go through all the stages… Here in Asia, you can make markets, you can create markets.” – Bernhard Kotanko In this second episode of the Asia InsurTech Podcast featuring Bernhard Kotanko, […]

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Amidst a backdrop of slowed growth rates in Life Insurance, both developed and developing markets in Asia are facing critical junctures. In an insightful episode of the Asia InsurTech Podcast, Bernhard Kotanko, a Senior Partner and Asia-Pacific Insurance Practice leader at McKinsey & Company delves into the transformative shifts within Asia’s Life Insurance sector. Bernhard […]

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In a truly fascinating episode of the Asia InsurTech Podcast, Damola Oloko and Victoria Olorunmola dive deep into the transformative potential of InsurTech across the African continent. Highlighting the critical importance of tailoring insurance technology solutions to local cultures and consumer behaviors, they discuss how understanding regional nuances can drive the adoption of insurance products. […]

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The Asia InsurTech Podcast was joined by Gourab Mukherjee, CEO and co-founder of Aktivo Labs, to discuss the transformative power of technology in the health and insurance sectors. Gourab highlighted the significant advancements in health monitoring and management through the integration of real-time data, personalization, and digital health ecosystems. Utilizing smartphone data, wearables, and sophisticated […]

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The world of InsurTech continues to rapidly evolve, driven by technological advancements, innovative products, and a push to expand insurance penetration in emerging markets. The podcast was joined by Jack Xia, the Chief Actuary at Igloo, who shed light on several critical insights into the InsurTech landscape, particularly in Southeast Asia. Jack explored how Igloo […]

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Welcome back to the AIP News RoundUp co-hosted by Michael Waitze and Theresa Blissing. This episode focuses on key developments in the InsurTech sector for January 2024, highlighting significant trends and strategic movements within Asia’s insurance industry.  Theresa and Michael discuss the notable acquisition of Singlife by Sumitomo Life, marking a significant move in mergers […]

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The Asia InsurTech Podcast recently spoke with Dr. Avi Baruch, a co-Founder and COO of Previsico. Avi shared his insights on the important global issue of flooding, emphasizing its far-reaching impacts beyond just financial loss. He described how his journey from academia to entrepreneurship led to the development of innovative flood forecasting technology at Previsico. […]

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Shaun Quincey, co-founder and CEO of Simfuni, is a self-proclaimed “payments geek” who has dedicated his career to building elegant payment experiences. His initial experience in payments led him to start a successful buy now, pay later business, which was later sold to Latitude in 2019. Driven by a desire to continue to innovate in […]

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When we wrapped 2022, we did a list of the pod’s top ten episodes. This year was a bit different. AIP split into two shows and birthed a brand new podcast we called InsurTech Amplified to give us the opportunity to cover all of the excitement in the Insurance and InsurTech spaces outside of Asia. […]

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The Asia InsurTech Podcast hosted Fred Hegner, an expert in life and health insurance claims. Fred’s deep passion for the insurance industry, particularly in the realm of claims, makes for a compelling dialogue. Drawing inspiration from his father’s legacy in the field, Fred shares his unique perspective on the evolution of insurance claims, emphasizing the […]

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