DORA brings new obligations for insurers in managing IT service providers and simultaneously puts their contract world to the test. AI-based tools promise relief: they automatically check for compliance, identify gaps, and create suitable amendments. Robin Schmeisser, Managing Director of Fabasoft Contracts GmbH, believes regulation can become a digitalization boost.…

Olaf Jürss has lived in Mallorca since 2018 and works there as an insurance broker. In the Königsmacher Podcast, he discusses his target audience, the differences between insurance in Germany and Spain, and why many emigrants quickly return home.…

Exclusive interview with CLARK CEO Benedikt Kalteier: Ahead of insureNXT, he discusses the future of the industry, why traditional sales channels will remain, how AI will change—but not replace—the process, and why the "average customer" will no longer exist.…

Insurers sit on valuable data but often fail to use it efficiently. Fragmented systems slow down decisions and innovation, especially in the B2B sector. Jörg Hesske, Regional Vice President and General Manager Central & Eastern Europe at Denodo, explains why logical data management is the key to competitiveness, compliance, and successful AI strategies.…

The "Highest Reputation 2025" study reveals which providers are perceived most positively in the digital public sphere. Versicherungsbote provides an overview of the top-ranked insurers, highlighting leaders like Württembergische Versicherung, Canada Life, and Allianz.…

Franziska Geier, Managing Director of Stoïk Germany/Austria, predicts a more digital and customer-centric insurance industry by 2030. Ahead of insureNXT, she discusses evolving customer demands, the transformation of sales, and why cyber insurance will become as standard as health or auto coverage, driven by personalized threats like spear-phishing and deepfakes.…

Said Shurafa is a specialist in short-term rental insurance—digital, process-oriented, and with his own unique concept. Discover how he leverages AI and impressed the judges at the 2024 Young Broker Award in the Königsmacher Podcast. Learn the strategies behind his niche success and digital transformation.…

Demographic shifts are creating a dual challenge for the insurance industry: fewer customers and a shrinking workforce. Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a solution by automating processes and streamlining administration. Gerald Martinetz of Mindbreeze explains its significant potential, particularly in processing contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance, helping insurers and advisors stay efficient and competitive.…

Explore the winners of the OMGV Podcast Award 2025: Gold for the veteran 'Makler & Vermittler Podcast', Silver for the media podcast 'lachsblau', and Bronze for the newcomer with a focus on women, 'Finanzipation'. The Online Marketing Society of the Insurance Industry (OMGV) and Insurance Monday announce the award recipients, with decisions influenced by a professional jury and over 2,600 likes and 2,700 comments from the community. The award ceremony will take place on May 14 at insureNXT in Cologne.…

Discover how insurers can create the 'Perfect Match' with startups. Learn from Dr. Philipp Nolte of InsurLab Germany about finding internal evangelists, acting as translators, engaging early, and fostering true collaboration to drive innovation.…

Want to land a game-changing partnership with an insurer? Discover 10 expert-backed tips from Dr. Philipp Nolte of InsurLab Germany. Learn how to pitch effectively, build trust, and secure customers—not just capital—for a successful InsurTech collaboration.…

Discover how a strategic mix of AI methods—NLP, Fact Extraction, Classification, and RAG—can transform claims processing. Learn to reduce backlogs, improve accuracy, and handle peak volumes like those from catastrophic 2024 summer losses.…

Dr. Angelo O. Rohlfs, VHV Board Member, shares his 2030 vision: AI will automate processes, but human advisors remain crucial. Discover the evolving broker landscape, the rise of self-service, and how insurers must adapt to diverse distribution models.…

Discover how Johann Jacob Pinckernelle leads a 168-year-old family insurance brokerage into the future. Learn the secrets of multi-generational client trust, the shift from maritime to family focus, and a 90% digital advisory model that honors tradition.…

A new QBE study warns that supply chain vulnerabilities are the leading cause of cyberattacks in Germany. Discover why holistic security strategies and robust cyber insurance are critical for business resilience in an interconnected world.…

Cyber insurance offers major growth potential, but brokers face a 31% application rejection rate and market instability. Discover key insights from the MRTK Cyber Monitor on top insurers, rising premiums, and strategies for successful placement in this complex but critical commercial insurance line.…

Discover how Christian Heß revolutionized the Loss-of-Licence insurance market for aviation professionals. Learn about his journey from independent specialist to managing director, his digital transformation strategies, and the power of deep niche expertise in insurance.…

While only about half of insurance agents actively use client apps, adoption is rising. Discover the key benefits of digital client portals for policy management, claims, and new sales, and learn why offering these tools is critical for attracting younger clients and future-proofing your insurance practice.…

Discover how Marco Klenk, under 30, transformed a chaotic agency into a top-performing R+V model in just two years. Learn his digital-first strategy, niche focus on the trades sector, and entrepreneurial philosophy for scaling an insurance business efficiently.…

Discover how generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming online search and digital visibility for insurers, agents, and financial advisors. This whitepaper from Ergo Innovation Lab and Ecodynamics analyzes over 33,000 search results to provide actionable strategies for AI search optimization, moving beyond traditional SEO to succeed in the new era of AI-driven discovery.…