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InsuranceERM 67 episodes Nov 10, 2026

InsuranceERM (or IERM) is an online service that provides information on risk and capital management in the insurance industry. The industry is undergoing rapid change due to geopolitical uncertainty, regulatory reforms, and competitive pressures. The key issue underlying the health of the industry is its management of risk and the amount of capital allocated against it. InsuranceERM fills the gap for regular and detailed information in this area.

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Insurance's reckoning with the transatlantic slave trade is far from over - IERM In-Depth
Insurance's reckoning with the transatlantic slave trade is far from over - IERM In-Depth Nov 10, 2026 56:34 Historians have uncovered the key role that British insurers played in enabling the transatlantic slave trade between the 16th and 19th centuries.Coverage against the loss of ships that carried enslaved people across the Atlantic – and their human 'cargoes' – was facilitated by companies whose lineage can be traced to some of the largest insurance institutions still active today.But the fu
Can AI really reinvent insurance? - IERM Weekly
Can AI really reinvent insurance? - IERM Weekly Nov 6, 2026 25:46 In this episode of InsuranceERM Weekly:Martin returns from Las Vegas with tales of AI hype, billion-dollar acquisitions and an industry facing a technological shake-up. Genevieve reports from COP17 on insurers' growing role in tackling nature risks, and David asks whether Bermuda's massive data dump offers transparency or simply information overload.
Natcat nightmares and reinsurance sweet dreams - IERM Weekly
Natcat nightmares and reinsurance sweet dreams - IERM Weekly Oct 30, 2026 21:40 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly:Josh looks at Brussels' plans to close Europe's natcat protection gap, Anna tells us about Ireland's ambitions to become a specialty insurance hubDavid exlains why Asia-Pacific reinsurers are enjoying a surprisingly good runPlus, Ronan announces the winners of our Climate and Sustainability Awards 2026.
Europe's Unrest Tests Insurers - IERM Weekly
Europe's Unrest Tests Insurers - IERM Weekly Oct 23, 2026 20:08 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly:Chris returns from Bermuda with insights into the island's booming life reinsurance market and growing digital asset sector.David examines the insurance fallout from France's riots and the implications for European insurers.Martin explores why Europe's most heavily capitalised insurers are often among its worst performers.
Private Equity's Rise and Cayman's Reckoning - IERM Weekly
Private Equity's Rise and Cayman's Reckoning - IERM Weekly Oct 16, 2026 19:57 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly:Martin explores private equity's growing influence over life insurance distribution and the risks for retirement savers.Ronan examines Cayman's opposition to proposed US capital charges on offshore life reinsurance.David investigates the regulatory showdown, as Athene pushes for swift action while other industry heavyweights demand more time.
Life reinsurance's next big frontier - IERM Weekly
Life reinsurance's next big frontier - IERM Weekly Oct 9, 2026 14:36 In this week's InsuranceERM Weekly, Ronan discusses how Dutch pension reforms are reshaping longevity riskAnna tells us why Asia could overtake the US in life reinsurance demand.And David lets us know how Australia's natural catastrophe season is worsening the country's housing crisisPlus, a look ahead to Global Life Reinsurance New York on 5 November.
Can AI Make Better Decisions? - IERM Weekly
Can AI Make Better Decisions? - IERM Weekly Oct 2, 2026 20:21 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly, Martin looks at a German court ruling that could leave D&O insurers facing more liability David investigates how Japanese insurers are using AI to make better decisions and why bear bells still beat ChatGPT in a crisis Josh asks what “simpler regulation” actually means in Europe.
The rise of the robots and the end of dive in - IERM Weekly
The rise of the robots and the end of dive in - IERM Weekly Sep 25, 2026 22:27 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly:Anna reports back from Generali AI conference in Venice, where robots, algorithmic preference and the future of insurance were firmly on the agenda.Martin digs into why insurers are still increasing private credit allocations despite growing scrutiny from regulators and rating agenciesJosh and the team discuss AI anxiety, job cuts and the looming talent gap from th
China’s $10bn insurance carrot - IERM Weekly
China’s $10bn insurance carrot - IERM Weekly Sep 18, 2026 22:15 This week on InsuranceERM Weekly, we go global.Chris looks at the European Commission’s proposed “climate insurance alliance” and the challenge of closing Europe’s nat cat protection gap.David heads to China, where five state-owned insurers are set to receive a combined $10.4bn capital injection, before taking us to Bondi Beach for a rather different reflection on climate risk, insurance and polit
Martin’s RVS gossip – IERM Weekly
Martin’s RVS gossip – IERM Weekly Sep 11, 2026 19:11 Fresh from Monte Carlo, Martin Assmann gives us the inside track from RVS 2026, from softening reinsurance rates and growing competition to alternative capital, data centres and the risks everyone was talking about behind closed doors.Plus, Ronan McCaughey looks at what Lloyd’s top executives are saying about geopolitical risk and why insurers may still be underestimating its economic impact.And e
What you need to know about Monte Carlo RVS 2026 – IERM Weekly
What you need to know about Monte Carlo RVS 2026 – IERM Weekly Sep 4, 2026 15:04 Martin Assmann is heading to Monaco for this year’s Monte Carlo Rendez-Vous de Septembre. After spending the week at pre-RVS briefings and preview events, he joins Joshua Geer to talk through the mood heading into the conference, the pressure on reinsurance pricing and terms, record levels of capital, and the key themes he’ll be watching on the ground.
Can insurance sustain progress on inclusion? Culture, AI and what’s next - IERM In-Depth
Can insurance sustain progress on inclusion? Culture, AI and what’s next - IERM In-Depth Sep 1, 2026 48:26 As Dive In enters its 12th and final year, InsuranceERM speaks to Katherine Conway, Head of Inclusion at Aon, and Jen Denby, Global Head of Inclusion & Diversity at WTW, about how far the insurance industry has come on culture and inclusion, where progress is still lacking, and what comes next.The discussion also looks at the changing political and economic backdrop for diversity and inclusion

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