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Open source insurance policy becomes Lemonade’s new way to stand out

Julie Campbell
Open source insurance - Lemonade - Lemons

This unique new form of coverage allows anyone to be able to edit the wording and design. AI-powered insurer, Lemonade, has launched a new open source insurance policy. This represents a first in the world. Lemonade is known for its innovative strategies and is often associated with world’s firsts. The policy is meant to be open to the “wisdom of the crowd” in its writing and creation. The insurance company has launched what it calls Policy 2.0, according to a Lemonade press release. The idea behind this new open source…

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Active shooter insurance increasingly popular among schools

Logan B.
Active Shooter Insurance - Gun and Bullets

As the number of shootings in schools rises, interest in coverage is growing as well. Active shooter insurance has found itself in the spotlight as schools become increasingly interested in the coverage. For instance, since the February 14 Florida high school shooting, seven South Florida school districts have purchased these insurance policies. The active shooter coverage is a relatively recent product for many agencies. The primary market for active shooter insurance has traditionally been event halls, office buildings and other places where large numbers of people come together. This type…

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Cyber insurance policies will likely achieve a standard in the near future

Logan B.
Cyber Insurance policies commissioners industry

A CIFF speaker described the evolution of the market and the direction data breach coverage is taking. Despite the growing popularity of cyber insurance policies, there remains a lack of consistency from one company’s offerings to the next. That said, recent industry forecasts suggest this trend may soon change. The MSA Research Inc. CIFF panel discussion predicted a trend toward a more standard coverage. The Canadian Insurance Financial Forum (CIFF) from MSA Research Inc. panel discussion recently held in Toronto showed that cyber insurance policies are headed within a consistent…

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Search and rescue insurance launches in Utah for outdoors enthusiasts

H. Cutner
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Recreationists residing in the state can pay a small fee to waive potential costs if a hike goes wrong. Utah officials announced the launch of a new search and rescue insurance product available to nature enthusiasts and campers. The fee is extremely affordable and would mean that policyholders wouldn’t need to pay expensive costs for search and rescue if a hike or camping adventure goes awry. The annual premium for this S and R insurance policy will be a highly affordable $25 for anyone who wants it. That said, entire…

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Travel insurance policies may become necessary under new US government policies

Julie Campbell
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People planning to take a vacation or business trip in the United States may need additional coverage. With the changing restrictions for travelers, travel insurance policies that allow policyholders to “cancel for any reason” may become much more important. While these more expensive forms of standard travel insurance have always protected people against losses from having to make last minute changes – or cancellations – to their travel plans, travelers may now need it in case they are turned away from the United States. The standard insurance policy for travelers…

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