The insurance sector is witnessing a significant technological evolution as firms increasingly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations. Among the latest advancements is agentic AI, an autonomous form of AI capable of independent reasoning, strategic decision-making, and continuous learning from each task it undertakes. Unlike conventional AI, agentic AI employs a sophisticated “chain of […]

The Bank of England has warned that financial risks in the United Kingdom have increased this year, driven by high valuations of companies investing in artificial intelligence, risky lending, and leveraged positions in government bond markets. This assessment was published in the Bank’s semi-annual Financial Stability Report on Tuesday. The report notes that the UK […]

Chinese commercial insurers are maintaining a disciplined and selective approach to underwriting, with a clear focus on profitability amid evolving market conditions. According to Aon’s Q3 2025 report, the broader market continues to operate under generally moderate to soft pricing, offering favourable conditions for well-performing accounts. An exception to this trend is the Directors and […]

Japan’s commercial insurance sector is experiencing a continued trend towards stricter underwriting, as major domestic property and casualty insurers adopt more cautious approaches to risk. According to Shinichi Kandatsu, Head of Commercial Risk Solutions at Aon Japan, underwriters are increasingly requesting detailed information at policy renewals to ensure profitability and strengthen risk assessment processes. Since […]

A K M Ehsanul Haque is a distinguished professional in Bangladesh’s insurance industry. He completed his postgraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Dhaka, graduating in April 1977. On 5 July 1977, he moved to Dubai, UAE, to take up a work opportunity. His first day was filled with excitement and emotion. His father […]