Things recently read, seen and heard at Qorus - 27 September 2024 edition

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The AI imperative: Navigating AI & data for SME banking success

In this report made with our partner Amazon Web Services (AWS) , we share insights into the latest trends, best practices, and real-world applications of AI technologies, offering a roadmap for the future of SME Banking. Download your free copy: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28885-the-ai-imperative-navigating-ai-data-for-sme-banking-success

From insights to impact: Mastering segmentation in SME Banking

This comprehensive study, created through a collaboration between VeriPark and Qorus, offers invaluable insights into how banks can optimize their segmentation strategies to enhance customer understanding and service delivery. Download your fre copy on : https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28926-from-insights-to-impact-mastering-segmentation-in-sme-banking

Programmatic acquisition: Enhancing strategic capabilities through mergers and acquisitions

Fatih Ogun , Akbank 's Head of Strategy, explains how programmatic acquisitions provide companies with a strategic path to enhance their capabilities, break into new markets and drive innovation. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28929-programmatic-acquisition-enhancing-strategic-capabilities-through-mergers-and-acquisitions

NewTech Friday: hepster – Simplifying insurance

Hanna Bachmann is Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at hepster , a German insurtech firm that offers embedded insurance solutions for businesses operating in retail, e-commerce, sharing, renting and leasing. She tells Qorus’ Boris Plantier more about it. Read the interview: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28930-newtech-friday-hepster-simplifying-insurance

Insights from eight years of Qorus Innovation in Insurance Awards (Qorus members only)

What are the key drivers of innovation in insurance today? Where is innovation focused? Does innovation truly pay off? Matthew Soren Madsen , Managing Director at 埃森哲 and Global Lead for Insurance Operations Transformation, presents the main findings of a study conducted by Qorus and Accenture, titled Illuminating Insurance Innovation. Watch the video: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28914-insights-from-eight-years-of-qorus-innovation-in-insurance-awards

Driving innovation at Zurich Insurance Group (Qorus members only)

Laura Fischmann , Senior Innovation Manager - Group Strategy & Innovation at 苏黎世保险 Group, shares the company's innovation journey. A key focus is on collaborating and co-creating with startups to integrate cutting-edge solutions into their business. Watch the video: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28915-driving-innovation-at-zurich-insurance-group

Driving innovation at PZU: Transforming a 220-year-old insurance company (Qorus members only)

Marcin Kurczab , Director of Innovation at PZU , discusses the company's journey toward innovation. PZU has established an Innovation Lab to drive transformation through new technological solutions provided by startups. This initiative aims to support PZU’s business units in modernizing their core operations by harnessing the power and flexibility of the startup ecosystem, both in Poland and internationally. Watch the video: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28917-driving-innovation-at-pzu-transforming-a-220-year-old-insurance-company

Curated industry news

Thailand: Five candidates compete for 3 virtual bank licenses

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has received five applications for three virtual bank licenses, marking a significant step toward advancing the country's digital banking landscape. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28942-thailand-five-candidates-compete-for-3-virtual-bank-licenses

How Standard Chartered’s Skills Passport is shaping the future of work

渣打银行 recently launched the Skills Passport, an innovative initiative aimed at empowering its workforce by focusing on skill development and career growth. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28932-how-standard-chartereds-skills-passport-is-shaping-the-future-of-work

NAB launches 'Upcoming' tool to help Australians avoid bill shock

澳洲国民银行 has launched a new tool called 'Upcoming' to help Australians manage their bills and avoid the common problem of bill shock. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28943-nab-launches-upcoming-tool-to-help-australians-avoid-bill-shock

CIC introduces flexible mortgage for non-traditional workers

CIC has launched the "Prêt Immo Nouvelles Formes d'Emploi" (New Employment Forms Mortgage). This mortgage is designed for clients without a traditional full-time employment contract (CDI), allowing flexible repayment options that adjust to fluctuating incomes. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28939-cic-introduces-flexible-mortgage-for-non-traditional-workers

Belfius reinvents health insurance with AI

In Belgium, Belfius is transforming the health insurance landscape by partnering with AI pioneers Alan and Mistral AI . In response to rising concerns around mental health and employee absenteeism, Belfius aims to go beyond traditional health insurance models, offering innovative solutions that support employee well-being and productivity. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28931-belfius-reinvents-health-insurance-with-ai

Bunq launches stock trading for digital nomads

bunq , Europe’s second-largest neobank, has introduced Stocks, a new investment platform designed for digital nomads. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28952-bunq-launches-stock-trading-for-digital-nomads

Howden launches the resilience laboratory to tackle climate risks

Howden , an international insurance intermediary, has unveiled the Howden Resilience Laboratory, a digital platform developed in partnership with 微软 to help clients evaluate and manage climate risks.

Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28947-howden-launches-the-resilience-laboratory-to-tackle-climate-risks

Fibabanka launches Türkiye’s first BaaS platform with GetirFinans

Fibabanka has introduced Türkiye’s first Banking as a Service (BaaS) platform through an innovative partnership with getirfinans , marking a significant step forward in the country’s financial sector. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28944-fibabanka-launches-turkiyes-first-baas-platform-with-getirfinans

EQ Bank launches business account beta to support Canadian SMEs

EQ Bank | Equitable Bank has announced the beta launch of its Business Account, designed to provide small business owners with a modern, no-fee, high-interest banking solution. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28946-eq-bank-launches-business-account-beta-to-support-canadian-smes

MYbank launches AI-enabled money management system for SMEs

MYbank , a digital bank in China and an affiliate of 蚂蚁集团 , introduced its AI-driven "Cuckoo System" at the 2024 INCLUSION·Conference in Shanghai. This system is designed to help small and micro-sized enterprises (SMEs) manage their money more effectively by predicting cash flows across different industries. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28940-mybank-launches-ai-enabled-money-management-system-for-smes

Sun Life launches Clinical 360+ to enhance health services for members

Sun Life U.S. has launched Clinical 360+, a new stop-loss program designed to provide members with personalized resources, tools, and access to essential health services. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28945-sun-life-launches-clinical-360-to-enhance-health-services-for-members

SCB launches "SCB Telecare Stroke Fast Track" for employee healthcare

SCB – Siam Commercial Bank has partnered with Phyathai Phaholyothin Hospital to launch the "SCB Telecare Stroke Fast Track" feature on the Line OA platform. This service is aimed at improving stroke prevention and care for SCB employees, particularly those at high risk. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28934-scb-launches-scb-telecare-stroke-fast-track-for-employee-healthcare

NAB launches Portal Pay to streamline property payments

澳洲国民银行 has introduced NAB Portal Pay, a new platform designed to simplify property payments for real estate agents, renters, and buyers. The platform integrates with major real estate software to facilitate easier, faster, and more secure transfers and reconciliations of rent and sale deposits. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28936-nab-launches-portal-pay-to-streamline-property-payments

Commerzbank offers crypto assets to corporate clients

Commerzbank AG has partnered with Crypto Finance Group , a subsidiary of Deutsche B?rse , to provide corporate clients in Germany with secure access to crypto assets like bitcoin and ether. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28935-commerzbank-offers-crypto-assets-to-corporate-clients

New five-year partnership to advance foundational AI research in Australia

The 澳大利亚阿德莱德大学 and Commonwealth Bank have announced a five-year partnership to establish the CommBank Centre for Foundational AI. This initiative aims to strengthen Australia’s role in AI innovation by advancing foundational machine learning research. Read the article: https://www.qorusglobal.com/content/28948-new-five-year-partnership-to-advance-foundational-ai-research-in-australia