Connect with us

Capgemini’s World Insurance Report 2019: Insurers Must Respond to Customer Concerns around Emerging-Risk Coverage

Published

on

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Customers Demand More Comprehensive and Personalized Insurance
Products to Address ‘Coverage Gap’ in Existing Policies and Emerging
Risks

PARIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The World Insurance Report 2019, published today by Capgemini
and
Efma,
reveals that policyholders are increasingly concerned that their
insurance coverage has become insufficient for emerging risks such as
cybersecurity to environmental threats. Insurers are less ready for
change than their customers, most of whom want more comprehensive and
dynamic coverage. At the same time, a significant opportunity exists for
insurers to leverage technology and partnerships to get ahead of macro
trends and become more proactive partners to their customers.

Key findings of the report include:

Insurers have been slow to respond to emerging risks

The report identifies five macro trends that are creating emerging risks
for insurance customers and their businesses: disruptive environmental
patterns, technological advancements, evolving social and demographic
trends, new medical and health concerns, and business environment
changes. Yet most insurers have been slow to respond to these trends and
equip customers for them. Under 25% of business customers across all
geographies, and less than 15% of personal policyholders, feel they have
sufficient coverage to insure against any one of the emerging risks
driven by these macro trends. Fewer than 40% of life and health insurers
said they have built a pipeline of new products to cover emerging risks
comprehensively.

Advertisement

There is a significant coverage gap in emerging risk areas

The slow response to emerging threats has created significant coverage
gaps for customers exposed to these risks. The report estimates that 83%
of personal insurance customers have medium or high exposure to
cyberattacks and to outliving their savings, yet just 3% and 5%
respectively are comprehensively covered against these eventualities.
Among business customers, 81% are exposed to escalating employee
healthcare costs against which just 17% are well covered; 87% are at
risk of cyberattacks with less than 18% comprehensively insured; and
almost 75% are threatened by rising natural catastrophes, for which just
22% are effectively covered.

Consumers are more prepared for change than providers

As the insurance landscape shifts, customers are showing greater
readiness for change than their insurance providers. Over half (55%) of
customers said they are ready to explore new insurance models, but
barely a quarter (26%) of insurers are investing in them. While 37% of
customers said they are highly willing to share additional data in
return for improved risk control and prevention services, only 27% of
insurers have the capability to tap real-time data for risk modelling
purposes.

Insurers need to innovate, and become partners and preventers

Advertisement

Insurers must respond to emerging threats, and changing customer
expectations, by embracing new technology and partnerships. Risk
assessment capabilities can be significantly enhanced through deployment
of machine learning, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, and
effective collaboration with InsurTech providers. Progress in these
areas has been mixed: a majority (57%) have leveraged AI, machine
learning and advanced analytics, but only 29% have implemented automated
risk assessment, and just 20% real-time insight generation from IoT
devices.

According to the report, technological progress also needs to be matched
by a shift in attitudes. Where insurers have traditionally seen
themselves as a payer, they need to evolve into the parallel roles of
partner and preventer, working more closely with customers to mitigate
risks and provide on-demand services.

“Emerging risk trends and rising customer expectations are
dramatically changing the landscape for insurance, and providers must be
agile in how they respond,”
said Anirban Bose, CEO of Capgemini’s
Financial Services Strategic Business Unit and member of the Group
Executive Board. “This research shows a coverage gap in areas of
emerging risk, but also highlights an important opportunity for
insurers. Those that can evolve their products through technology,
collaborate with innovators, and think of themselves as partners and
preventers to their customers, stand to benefit the most.”

“This research shows that the future for insurance will be
partnership-centric,”
said Vincent Bastid, Secretary General of
Efma. “Insurance providers need to collaborate with partners who
offer high levels of expertise in areas from AI to advanced analytics.
Simultaneously, they must partner more closely with their customers to
provide the more responsive, demand-driven service many are seeking.”

Report methodology

Advertisement

The World Insurance Report (WIR) 2019 covers all the three broad
insurance segments―life, non-life, and health insurance. This year’s
report draws on research insights from two primary sources – the 2019
Global Insurance Voice of the Customer Survey and 2019 Global Insurance
Executive Interviews. Together, these sources cover insights from 28
markets: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the
Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South
Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates,
the United Kingdom, and the United States. For more information, explore
the report website at www.worldinsurancereport.com.

About Capgemini

A global leader in consulting, technology services and digital
transformation, Capgemini is at the forefront of innovation to address
the entire breadth of clients’ opportunities in the evolving world of
cloud, digital and platforms. Building on its strong 50-year heritage
and deep industry-specific expertise, Capgemini enables organizations to
realize their business ambitions through an array of services from
strategy to operations. Capgemini is driven by the conviction that the
business value of technology comes from and through people. It is a
multicultural company of over 200,000 team members in more than 40
countries. The Group reported 2018 global revenues of EUR 13.2 billion.

Visit us at www.capgemini.com.
People matter, results count

About Efma

Advertisement

A global non-profit organization, established in 1971 by banks and
insurance companies, Efma facilitates networking between
decision-makers. It provides quality insights to help banks and
insurance companies make the right decisions to foster innovation and
drive their transformation. Over 3,300 brands in 130 countries are Efma
members.

Headquarters in Paris. Offices in London, Brussels, Andorra, Stockholm,
Bratislava, Dubai, Milan, Montreal, Istanbul, Beijing and Singapore.
Learn more www.efma.com.

Contacts

Capgemini Press Contacts:
Mary Sacchi (North America)
WE
Communications for Capgemini

Tel.: +1 (212) 551 4818
E-mail:
[email protected]

Advertisement

Liz
Fletcher (EMEA)

WE Communications for Capgemini
Tel.:
+44 (0) 20 7632 3816

E-mail: [email protected]

Efma
Press Contact:

Anna Quinn
Tel.: +33 1 47 42 6771
E-mail:
[email protected]

Indivior

Indivior Provides Update on Aelis Farma’s Clinical Phase 2B Study Results with AEF0117 in Participants with Cannabis Use Disorder

Published

on

indivior-provides-update-on-aelis-farma’s-clinical-phase-2b-study-results-with-aef0117-in-participants-with-cannabis-use-disorder

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONTAINS INSIDE INFORMATION FOR THE PURPOSES OF ARTICLE 7 OF THE MARKET ABUSE REGULATION (EU) 596/2014 (AS IT FORMS PART OF DOMESTIC LAW IN THE UK BY VIRTUE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION (WITHDRAWAL) ACT 2018).

  • Primary and Secondary End Points of the Study were Not Met
  • Indivior Does Not Currently Expect to Exercise AEF0117 Option 

SLOUGH, United Kingdom and RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Indivior PLC (Nasdaq/LSE: INDV) is today providing an update following Aelis Farma’s announcement of the results from its clinical Phase 2B trial with AEF01171, evaluating the efficacy and safety in treatment-seeking participants with moderate to severe Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). The purpose of this trial was twofold: (1) to show that AEF0117 (0.1, 0.3, 1 mg once a day for 12 weeks) lowers cannabis use and (2) to determine the endpoints and optimal dosage of AEF0117 for use in future studies. In this phase 2B study, patients were treatment-seeking participants, 84% of whom had severe CUD.

The results of the study demonstrated that the primary endpoint, the proportion of participants who reduced their cannabis use to ≤1 day per week, as well as secondary endpoints measuring the proportion of participants reaching either complete abstinence or who used ≤2 day per week, were not met. Although these results are disappointing, they indicate that significant work remains to be done to understand subpopulations of patients with CUD, specifically those with severe CUD.

This clinical Phase 2B study is part of the strategic collaboration between Aelis Farma and Indivior, which includes an exclusive option for Indivior to license the global rights to AEF0117. Given the lack of separation from placebo on primary and secondary endpoints and before seeing further additional favorable clinical data, Indivior does not currently expect to exercise its option.

Important Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains certain statements that are forward-looking. Forward-looking statements include, among other things, express and implied statements regarding whether: we will be able to ultimately demonstrate the safety and efficacy of AEF0117, which is a prerequisite to filing any New Drug Application; we might ever exercise our option for AEF0117 and, if so, when; and other statements containing the words “believe,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “strategy,” “target,” “guidance,” “outlook,” “potential,” “project,” “priority,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “can,” “outlook,” “guidance,” the negatives thereof, and variations thereon and similar expressions. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties as they relate to events or circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. 

Advertisement

Actual results may differ materially from those because they relate to future events. Various factors may cause differences between Indivior’s expectations and actual results, including, among others, the risks described in our most recent annual report on Form 20-F beginning on page 9 as filed with the U.S. SEC and in subsequent releases; legal and market restrictions that may limit how quickly we can repurchaser our shares; the substantial litigation and ongoing investigations to which we are or may become a party; our reliance on third parties to manufacture commercial supplies of most of our products, conduct our clinical trials and at times to collaborate on products in our pipeline; our ability to comply with legal and regulatory settlements, healthcare laws and regulations, requirements imposed by regulatory agencies and payment and reporting obligations under government pricing programs; risks related to the manufacture and distribution of our products, most of which contain controlled substances; market acceptance of our products as well as our ability to commercialize our products and compete with other market participants; competition; the uncertainties related to the development of new products, including through acquisitions, and the related regulatory approval process; our dependence on third-party payors for the reimbursement of our products and the increasing focus on pricing and competition in our industry; unintended side effects caused by the clinical study or commercial use of our products; our ability to successfully execute acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, dispositions or other strategic acquisitions; our ability to protect our intellectual property rights and the substantial cost of litigation or other proceedings related to intellectual property rights; the risks related to product liability claims or product recalls; the significant amount of laws and regulations that we are subject to, including due to the international nature of our business; macroeconomic trends and other global developments such as armed conflicts and pandemics; the terms of our debt instruments, changes in our credit ratings and our ability to service our indebtedness and other obligations as they come due; changes in applicable tax rate or tax rules, regulations or interpretations and our ability to realize our deferred tax assets; and volatility in our share price due to factors unrelated to our operating performance or that may result from the potential move of our primary listing to the U.S.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date that they are made and should be regarded solely as our current plans, estimates and beliefs. Except as required by law, we do not undertake and specifically decline any obligation to update, republish or revise forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrences of unanticipated events. 

This release is being made by Kathryn Hudson, Company Secretary Indivior PLC.

About Indivior

Indivior is a global pharmaceutical company working to help change patients’ lives by developing medicines to treat substance use disorders (SUD), overdose and serious mental illnesses. Our vision is that all patients around the world will have access to evidence-based treatment for the chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD. Indivior is dedicated to transforming SUD from a global human crisis to a recognized and treated chronic disease.

Advertisement

Building on its global portfolio of OUD treatments, Indivior has a pipeline of product candidates designed to both expand on its heritage in this category and potentially address other chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD. Headquartered in the United States in Richmond, VA, Indivior employs over 1,000 individuals globally and its portfolio of products is available in over 30 countries worldwide. Visit www.indivior.com to learn more. Connect with Indivior on LinkedIn by visiting www.linkedin.com/company/indivior.

References:

  1. National Library of Medicine (U.S.) (2022, April). Effect of AEF0117 on treatment-seeking patients with cannabis use disorder (CUD) (SICA2). Identifier 
    NCT05322941 https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05322941 

Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1814851/Indivior_Logo.jpg

Cision View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/indivior-provides-update-on-aelis-farmas-clinical-phase-2b-study-results-with-aef0117-in-participants-with-cannabis-use-disorder-302237355.html

Continue Reading

Innocan

Innocan Pharma Announces Closing of Private Placement and Grant of Stock Options

Published

on

innocan-pharma-announces-closing-of-private-placement-and-grant-of-stock-options

HERZLIYA, Israel and CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Innocan Pharma Corporation (CSE: INNO) (FSE: IP4) (OTCQB: INNPF) (“Innocan” or the “Company”), a pioneer in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, is pleased to announce that it has completed its previously announced non-brokered private placement offering of 5,025,725 units of the Company (the “Units”) at a price of C$0.22 per Unit for gross proceeds of C$1,105,659.50 (the “Offering”).

 

 

Each Unit is comprised of: (i) one (1) common share in the capital of the Company (each a “Common Share”); and (ii) one (1) common share purchase warrant (each a “Warrant”). Each Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one Common Share at a price of C$0.32 for a period of four (4) years from the date of issuance.

Innocan intends to use the proceeds of the Offering for working capital and general corporate purposes.

Advertisement

The securities issued to Canadian subscribers in connection with the Offering are subject to a hold period of four months and one day from the date of issuance, in accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws.

Iris Bincovich, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, stated “we are very pleased with our successful offering. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our investors for their unwavering support. We see this as a strong vote of confidence by both existing and new investors which demonstrates investor support of our vision and strategic direction. These new funds will provide us with additional working capital to enable us to capitalize on new opportunities and allow us to advance strongly on our growth plans.”

The Company is also pleased to announce that it has granted an aggregate of 300,000 stock options (each an “Option“) to certain consultants of the Company pursuant to the Company’s stock option plan (the “Plan“). Each Option may be exercised for one (1) common share in the capital of the Company (each, a “Share“) at a price of $0.25 per Share. The Options expire on August 27, 2029.

All Options granted vest in accordance with the following vesting schedule: (i) 1/3rd of the Options vested immediately at grant; (ii) 1/3rd of the Options will vest on February 28, 2025; and (iii) 1/3rd will vest on August 27, 2025; all subject to the terms and conditions of the Plan.

About Innocan Pharma:

Advertisement

Innocan is a pharmaceutical tech company that operates under two main segments: Pharmaceuticals and Consumer Wellness. In the Pharmaceuticals segment, Innocan focuses on developing innovative drug delivery platform technologies comprises with cannabinoids science, to treat various conditions to improve patients’ quality of life. This segment involves two drug delivery technologies: (i) LPT CBD-loaded liposome platform facilitating exact dosing and the prolonged and controlled release of CBD into the blood stream. The LPT delivery platform research is in the preclinical trial phase for two indications: Epilepsy and Pain Management. In the Consumer Wellness segment, Innocan develops and markets a wide portfolio of innovative and high-performance self-care products to promote a healthier lifestyle. Under this segment Innocan has established a Joint Venture by the name of BI Sky Global Ltd. that focuses developing on advanced targeted online sales. https://innocanpharma.com/

Contact Information:

For Innocan Pharma Corporation:
Iris Bincovich, CEO
+1 5162104025
+972-54-3012842
+442037699377
[email protected] 

NEITHER THE CANADIAN SECURITIES EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER HAVE REVIEWED OR ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2046271/4883982/Innocan_Pharma_Corporation_Logo.jpg

Advertisement

Cision View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/innocan-pharma-announces-closing-of-private-placement-and-grant-of-stock-options-302234455.html

Continue Reading

Cannabis

Europe Medical Cannabis Market Forecast 2024-2032: Tilray, Aurora Cannabis, and GW Pharmaceuticals Dominate the Market Landscape

Published

on

Dublin, Aug. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Size, Industry Dynamics, Opportunity Analysis and Forecast 2024-2032.” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

The Europe Medical Cannabis Oil market is poised for significant growth, projected to escalate from US$ 0.91 billion in 2023 to US$ 2.40 billion by 2032, advancing at a CAGR of 12.08%. In this comprehensive research report, the market is analyzed by:

  • Derivatives;
  • Source;
  • Application;
  • Route of Administration;
  • End-user;
  • Distribution Channel; and
  • Country.

Market Highlights Identified in the Report

  • Progressive legalization across Europe is creating a favorable regulatory environment, enhancing market expansion for medical cannabis oil products.
  • Germany leads the market with a robust infrastructure and supportive regulations, while other countries like the UK, Italy, and Spain show significant growth potential based on evolving regulatory landscapes and market dynamics.
  • Key players such as Tilray, Aurora Cannabis Inc., and GW Pharmaceuticals dominate the market, emphasizing research, strategic partnerships, and innovation to maintain competitive edge amidst evolving industry dynamics.

The medical cannabis oil market has experienced substantial growth as legalization and acceptance of cannabis-based treatments expand globally. Cannabis oil, derived from the cannabis plant through extraction methods, contains cannabinoids such as THC and CBD, known for their therapeutic properties. Increasing recognition of cannabis oil’s potential in alleviating symptoms of various medical conditions, including chronic pain, epilepsy, and anxiety disorders, has driven its adoption in medical settings.

Governments in several countries are progressively legalizing medical cannabis, creating a conducive regulatory environment for market expansion. Additionally, growing consumer awareness about alternative and natural therapies has fueled the demand for cannabis oil products. The market is characterized by diverse product offerings, including full-spectrum and CBD-isolate oils, catering to different therapeutic needs and preferences.

Despite regulatory challenges and stigma associated with cannabis, the medical cannabis oil market continues to evolve, driven by ongoing research, favorable legislative changes, and shifting attitudes toward cannabis-based therapies in healthcare.

Regional Insights

Advertisement

Germany is likely to maintain its leadership position in the European medical cannabis oil market due to its established infrastructure, supportive regulations, and strong healthcare system. Germany legalized medical cannabis in 2017, giving the market a head start compared to many other European countries. This established infrastructure and experience position Germany as a leader in the field. As awareness and acceptance of medical cannabis increase, the number of patients seeking treatment in Germany is steadily rising. This fuels market growth and incentivizes further investment in research and development.

Germany’s regulatory framework for medical cannabis is considered relatively patient-friendly compared to some other European countries. This facilitates access for patients with qualifying conditions. The UK legalized medical cannabis in 2018 and is experiencing an increase in patient access programs. This, coupled with ongoing research, could lead to significant market growth. Italy legalized medical cannabis in 2006 but has faced challenges with availability. As regulations become more streamlined and patient access expands, the Italian market holds significant growth potential. Spain has a well-established medical cannabis industry with a focus on domestic production. As regulations evolve and export opportunities increase, the Spanish market could see a boost.

Competitive Landscape

The Medical Cannabis Oil market is characterized by a vigorous competitive landscape, with prominent entities like Tilray, Aurora Cannabis Inc., GW Pharmaceuticals, Almiral, Bedrocan, and others at the forefront, collectively accounting for approximately 41 % of the overall market share. This competitive milieu is fueled by their intensive efforts in research and development as well as strategic partnerships and collaborations, underscoring their commitment to solidifying market presence and diversifying their offerings.

The primary competitive factors include pricing, product caliber, and technological innovation. As the Medical Cannabis Oil industry continues to expand, the competitive fervor among these key players is anticipated to intensify. The impetus for ongoing innovation and alignment with evolving customer preferences and stringent regulations is high. The industry’s fluidity anticipates an uptick in novel innovations and strategic growth tactics from these leading corporations, which in turn propels the sector’s comprehensive growth and transformation.

Advertisement

Key Topics Covered

Chapter 1. Research Framework
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
Chapter 3. Executive Summary: Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market
Chapter 4. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Overview
Chapter 5. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Derivatives
Chapter 6. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Source
Chapter 7. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Application
Chapter 8. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Route of Administration
Chapter 9. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by End-user
Chapter 10. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Distribution Channel
Chapter 11. Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis, by Country
Chapter 12. The UK Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 13. Germany Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 14. The Netherlands Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 15. Italy Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 16. Spain Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 17. Poland Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 18. Rest of Europe Medical Cannabis Oil Market Analysis
Chapter 19. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Key Product Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, and Business Strategy Outlook)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Aurora Cannabis Inc.
  • Bedrocan
  • Biocann
  • BIOTA Biosciences LLC
  • Cannamedical
  • Mary Jane CBD
  • Sanity Group GmbH
  • Tilray
  • Valcon Medical

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/dh7q46

About ResearchAndMarkets.com
ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world’s leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.


Advertisement
Continue Reading
Advertisement

Latest news

Trending on Grassnews

GrassNews.net: Your premier portal for the latest developments in the cannabis industry. We provide timely news, insightful analysis, and in-depth features on everything from legislation changes and business trends, to scientific research and lifestyle topics. Stay informed and navigate the rapidly evolving cannabis landscape with GrassNews.net..

Contact us: [email protected]

Editorial / PR Submissions

Copyright © 2007 - 2024 Hipther Agency. Registered in Romania under Proshirt SRL, Company number: 2134306, EU VAT ID: RO21343605. Office address: Blvd. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.5, Targu Mures, Romania