BEYOND THE HEADLINES

Research & context

Earlier reports that help explain the current insurance market. Dates refer to the source publications.

16 Sept 2026Research brief

Insurtech & AI · In context

As insurers adopt AI, provider dependence comes into focus

EIOPA links wider AI use to cyber exposure, operational risk and concentration among technology suppliers.

Source: EIOPA

30 Sept 2026Research brief

Risk & Catastrophe · In context

An EIOPA study finds limited financial effects today, with risks expected to grow over time.

Source: EIOPA

18 Sept 2026Company announcement

Markets & Results · In context

Two proposed transactions worth about $185m form part of the US group’s plan to reduce its emerging-market footprint.

Source: Prudential Financial

14 Sept 2026Company announcement

Insurtech & AI · In context

The software provider’s platform targets policy, billing, claims and data migration, with human review of mapping decisions.

Source: Sapiens

28 Sept 2026Company announcement

Insurtech & AI · In context

Eligible Canadian travellers can explore CoverMe cover in a conversational channel, then complete the purchase on the insurer’s site.

Source: Manulife

8 Sept 2026Market report

Markets & Results · In context

The Insurance Authority reports SAR29.8bn in first-quarter premiums. Health accounts for 62% of the total.

Source: Saudi Insurance Authority

5 Apr 2026Regulatory background

Regulation · In context

The regulator’s transition statement sets 1 January 2027 for the new solvency framework, following parallel calculations in 2026.

Source: Saudi Insurance Authority