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Insurers are expanding AI use, but analysts warn against letting it decide claim payouts. Whilst 81% prioritise automation, 83% remain in the early or intermediate stages of AI adoption, with data privacy, security and compliance posing key barriers. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Japan’s new insurance sales rules require agencies to justify recommendations based on customer needs, raising compliance costs and pressure on margins. bit.ly/3WG206o

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Atome Philippines is using mobile transaction data and repayment behaviour to assess borrowers without formal income records. It is also expanding into insurance with Chubb as it targets underserved Filipinos. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

China’s medical costs are forecast to rise 6% in 2027, down from 7.8% in 2026, but remain above general inflation. Aon warns that chronic diseases and greater use of diabetes treatments could add to employers’ healthcare costs. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Only 30%-35% of registered Filipino farmers receive crop insurance annually, despite free coverage. Low awareness, staffing shortages and a proposed 31% cut to PCIC’s 2027 subsidy threaten protection against climate-related losses. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Indonesia’s non-life insurers face continued profit pressure from medical inflation, rising claims and competition despite a stable outlook. AM Best expects robust premium growth, whilst new copayment rules could help ease health insurance claims costs. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Singapore life insurance premium growth is forecast to slow to 7%-9% in 2027 from up to 17% this year as rising healthcare claims pressure profitability. Demand for retirement income and investment-linked products remains strong. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Singapore firms face mounting cyber risks, with 60% of ransomware-hit organisations reporting AI-enabled attacks. Meanwhile, 52% experienced business disruption or revenue loss, whilst 47% faced cancelled cyber policies or higher premiums. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

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About 52% of APAC bank customers are dissatisfied with payment services, whilst 40% have concerns over security and fraud protection. Celent’s survey highlights persistent gaps in transaction reliability and customer experience. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Indonesia’s health insurance premiums are forecast to grow 12.9% annually through 2036, outpacing life and P&C insurance. Despite the outlook, total insurance penetration stood at just 1.3% of GDP in 2025. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Singlife expands AI in customer service whilst retaining human oversight for complex cases. bit.ly/3VFRFXT

Life insurers face growing competition as more people take responsibility for managing their retirement savings, increasing demand for insurance products and financial advice. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Singaporeans are reimagining insurance as a wealth and retirement tool — over half say it helps them achieve financial independence, up from 45% a year ago. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

Zurich Malaysia and ShopeePay are expanding digital critical illness cover as medical inflation reaches 15%-16%. Online distribution aims to reach underserved consumers, with 67% of surveyed buyers saying they would not have bought cover otherwise. insuranceasia.com/insurance/…

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