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(Re)thinking insurance

WTW
Insurance Industry
IFRS 17
Dynamic Products
Insurance Technology
Interest Rates
UK Insurance Market
Data Science
Solvency Coverage Ratios
Risk Assessment
Internal Model Calibrations
Covid-19 Pandemic
Machine Learning
Registered Index-Linked Annuities
Blockchain
ESG Strategy
Financial Modeling
Artificial Intelligence
Consumer Duty
Bank Of England
Quantitative Risk Management

In (Re)thinking insurance we discuss the issues facing P&C, Life, and composite insurers around the globe, as well as exploring the latest tools, techniques and innovations that will help you to re-think insurance.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence within the actuarial and financial reporting landscape. While the buzz around AI is everywhere, we move beyond the hype to explore how these technologies are becom... more

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In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Rafael Costa is joined by Farah Ismail and Ben Williams to explore the strategic role of bureau rates as a foundational tool for the commercial insurance sector. They discuss how these standardized data sets... more

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In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Rafael Costa is joined by Dale Porfilio and Joey Daryanani to explore legal system abuse within the U.S. insurance landscape. The experts explain it as practices that unnecessarily inflate costs and prolong ... more

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In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Rick Hayes is joined by Nick Komissarov, Martin Laframboise and Cédric Thibault to discuss Bermuda's significant role in the global reinsurance sector. They explore the jurisdiction's robust regulatory frame... more

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Mark Brown
Global Proposition Leader for Life Financial Modeling at WTW, based in the UK, focusing on AI in financial reporting.
Willis Towers Watson
Episode: The Role of AI in Financial Reporting: Hype or Reality?
Esther Huang
Singapore Market Leader at WTW, working with insurers in Southeast Asia to modernize financial reporting processes using AI.
Willis Towers Watson
Episode: The Role of AI in Financial Reporting: Hype or Reality?
Farah Ismail
Senior Director at WTW's Insurance Consulting and Technology Practice
WTW
Episode: Bureau rates vs. proprietary data: Finding the right pricing balance
Ben Williams
Director at WTW's Insurance Consulting and Technology Practice
WTW
Episode: Bureau rates vs. proprietary data: Finding the right pricing balance
Dale Porfilio
Senior Director at WTW's Insurance Consulting and Technology Practice
WTW
Episode: The hidden costs: Unpacking legal system abuse in the U.S. insurance market
Joey Daryanani
Vice President of Operation Shared Services at CSAA Insurance Group
CSAA Insurance Group
Episode: The hidden costs: Unpacking legal system abuse in the U.S. insurance market
Martin Laframboise
A qualified actuary director at WTW with almost 10 years in Bermuda's insurance sector.
WTW
Episode: Bermuda's insurance and reinsurance market insights
Cédric Thibault
A qualified actuary based in Bermuda with over 20 years of experience in life and annuities.
WTW
Episode: Bermuda's insurance and reinsurance market insights
Nick Komissarov
An actuary with extensive experience in reinsurance and insurance.
WTW
Episode: Bermuda's insurance and reinsurance market insights

Hosts

Alvin
Host of Rethinking Insurance
Rafael Costa
Host of the podcast
Rick Hayes
Director at WTW, focus on the individual deferred annuity market

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Msheth

    Enjoyed the podcast with some good learning’s

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    Msheth1
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Insightful

    Detailed analysis and key insights. Enjoyed the show.

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    Testwtw
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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The Role of AI in Financial Reporting: Hype or Reality?
Q: Is this about replacement, augmentation, or something in between?
Human roles will evolve towards judgment, accountability, and ethical decision-making as AI handles more mechanical production tasks.
The Role of AI in Financial Reporting: Hype or Reality?
Q: How do we balance the creative potential of generative AI with the strict control and audit requirements of financial and actuarial reporting?
AI should be an assisting tool under human accountability to ensure that regulatory guidance is followed, where humans must maintain oversight on AI-generated outcomes.
The Role of AI in Financial Reporting: Hype or Reality?
Q: Where are you genuinely seeing AI make a difference today?
AI is making a significant difference in the insurance industry, particularly in tasks like data validation, financial report preparation, and customer service.
The hidden costs: Unpacking legal system abuse in the U.S. insurance market
Q: Joey, what are the strategies that carriers are using on the claim side to mitigate the impact of legal system abuse?
Carriers are using micro and macro strategies, emphasizing evaluation of injury cases and collaboration among defense teams, while also employing technology and data to manage claims more effectively.
The hidden costs: Unpacking legal system abuse in the U.S. insurance market
Q: Dale, how do you define legal system abuse, and why has it become such a critical issue for insurers?
Legal system abuse is defined as policyholder or plaintiff attorney practices that increase costs and time to settle insurance claims, ultimately detrimentally affecting policyholders, and it's critical due to its contribution to rising costs and premiums.

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What is (Re)thinking insurance about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the evolving insurance landscape, with a strong focus on technology, data, and risk management across P&C, life, and reinsurance. Episodes frequently feature practitioners from Willis Towers Watson and other industry leaders, including actuaries, legal experts, and senior consultants, who dissect topics like AI in financial reporting, pricing models, regulatory changes, and market dynamics in specialty insurance markets. A notable pattern is the blend of practical, case-driven discussions with strategic perspectives on transformation, governance, and modernization—often grounded in real-world regulatory and market challenges. The program stands out for bringing rigorous analytical framing to complex issues, while also h... more

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2. Esther Huang
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