Faster, Smarter, Riskier? Inside the New Actuarial–Technology Frontier

In episode 1, Steve explores how actuarial science and modern technology are coming together to reshape the future of insurance. John Johanssen, a senior technologist with decades of experience, shares why actuaries are uniquely positioned to lead this change and why they have become some of his favourite partners in innovation. From real-world examples of more granular catastrophe underwriting to lessons learned from projects that took longer than planned, the conversation offers a candid look at what works and what does not. We dive into how AI and modern development tools are dramatically speeding up software delivery, where the hype around AI falls short, and why narrowly focused use cases deliver the most value. The episode also tackles governance, security, and what business leaders, technologists, and actuaries can do today to prepare for a rapidly changing, platform-driven future.Mixed & Edited by Next Day [email protected]