Irene Merk

Irene Merk is an actuary and emerging risks ambassador for SCOR, a global reinsurance company providing services and solutions in property and casualty, life and health, and investments. It serves clients in more than 160 countries from its 35 offices worldwide.

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What’s Climate Change Got to Do With Life Insurance?

Irene Merk

Climate change can cause extreme temperatures, air pollution, infectious diseases and mental health issues, all of which endanger lives.

Six Things

The Third Wave of AI

By Paul Carroll

After the initial wave of AI efforts and then the generative AI phenomenon that began two years ago, you'll hear a lot in 2025 about AI that can act as our agents.

Insurance Fraud Rises as AI Powers Scams

Insurers must balance sophisticated fraud prevention with seamless customer experiences in an AI-driven landscape. Here's how. 

Dashcams Combat Rising Wave of Insurance Fraud

As dashcam adoption surges, these devices are becoming crucial weapons against rising insurance fraud and staged accidents.

5 Client Retention Strategies for Insurance Agents

The lingering effects of rising premiums, coverage restrictions and evolving client expectations are making retaining business and maintaining strong relationships paramount.