...Natural disasters and water damages may impact regional housing markets since housing constitutes a large part of household wealth. I investigate this by using Norwegian data on insurance claims and the housing market, which is a relevant country to investigate due to its extensive and inexpensive...

...This study investigates the relationship between technology risks, particularly data privacy concerns, and insurance performance in Jordan, while exploring the influence of demographic and professional factors such as age, work experience, specialization, and technology adoption levels. Using...

...This chapter evaluated the feasibility of augmented reality (AR) within the existing insurance landscape and assessed its implications for risk assessments, claims processing, and customer engagement. This chapter begins with an overview of AR techniques, as it consists of digital images...

...The insurance industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation with the integration of augmented reality (AR) into InsurTech, making insurance more accessible, engaging, and efficient. Once seen as a luxury for the wealthy, insurance is now essential for financial security, driven by urbanization...

... hazards causing business disruption, asset damage, and economic collapse to financial losses affecting instruments like stocks and bonds and institutions like banks and insurers. The diagram shows climate hazards leading to business disruption, physical asset damage, and economic collapse, which in turn...

...Abstract The advancement of financial technology (FinTech) has disrupted the traditional delivery of both financial and insurance services. This advancement has also led to the emergence of a new concept – namely, insurance technology (InsurTech). A subfield of FinTech, InsurTech, utilises...

... by BIM (at Chapter 6); the contractual framework, collaboration and new contracts in respect of BIM (at Chapter 8); issues relating to design liability and insurance (at Chapter 9); information security matters (at Chapter 10); and dispute resolution involving BIM (at Chapter 11). The acronym BIM stands...

... is to reach its full and beneficial potential. It is hoped that this book will assist in guiding parties along the path of achieving the full benefits of BIM. Building Information Modelling strategy information process procurement production design liability insurance security dispute resolution...

...Abstract Introduction: The insurance industry is undergoing constant transformation to keep up with the demands of digitally savvy consumers. “Insur-Tech” refers to using technological breakthroughs in the insurance sector to boost competition, innovate new products, increase customer...

...Abstract Purpose: In this chapter, we have theoretically investigated the role of artificial intelligence (AI) supported chatbots and virtual assistants in reshape the decision support systems in insurance industry. Methodology: For this purpose, we adopted a theoretical...

...Abstract Introduction: Data play a very significant role in solving the problem faced at micro and macro levels. Financial inclusion and insurance penetration have been a major problem of developing economies. These two economic indicators can be strengthened with the emergence of data...

...Abstract Introduction: In the fiercely competitive insurance landscape, embracing personalized risk management offers insurers a strategic advantage, enabling the provision of innovative, customer-centric solutions tailored to individual policyholders. Purpose: The purpose...

... insurance real estate robo-advisors online trading big data innovation technology payments banking lending Introduction Financial technology (fintech) is transforming finance. The two words – finance and technology − combined “symbolize the best of both worlds – simple financial management...

... into a single research effort. Purpose: We examine the dividend policy determinants of Sri Lankan firms, explicitly focusing on the banking, finance, and insurance (BFI) sectors. Methodology: This study uses the quantitative approach applying the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) system...

...Abstract Purpose: This chapter is based on risk management of the insurance sector with reinsurance as its linchpin. Such is the importance of the insurance sector that its risk management must be considered. Need for the study: Risk management of various sectors is gaining much...

... government, state governments, and local bodies. While the central government has a broader vision to uplift the sector by concentrating on medical education, insurance, drug regulation, population stabilisation, and control of diseases, the state governments on the other hand focus on general healthcare...

...Workers’ Cooperatives play a fundamental role in associative models of solidarity. The Ministry of Health has been transformed into State Social Enterprises disclosure as Health Solidarity Enterprises. This helps the communities to avail health insurance facilities. The health system set up in 1994...

... (medical service cooperative), Asistencia Sanitaria (medical service cooperative) and SCIAS (users cooperative), and the Country Network, which consists of Lavinia (medical services cooperative) and ASISA (insurance company) ( Cooperative Health Report 2018, 2018 ). Methodology CO.SA. GA...

... among the top risks. Simultaneously, the variety of insurance policies dedicated to cyber risk is expanding. This development helps reduce the impact of cybercrime on the economy. Table 2. Significant Threats to the Healthcare and Pensions Areas. Leading 6 Concerns for the Insurance Industry...

...Abstract Purpose: The aim of this chapter is to provide a quantitative literature review on machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) in the Insurance Sector. Need for the Study: The current study maps the literature regarding AI and ML in the insurance sector...