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EPISODE · May 4, 2026

Tue, 5th May 2026

from Insurance News Wrap · host Paige Estritori

In this episode of Financial Services Online's weekly industry news wrap-up, host Paige Estritori discusses key highlights from Australia's insurance sector. Acenda Life has updated its Retail Life Insurance portfolio, now offering increased income protection thresholds and maximum entry age limits. Zurich Financial Services Australia has acquired ClearView Wealth Limited for $415 million in a significant move within the life insurance sector. The show also highlights the increasing focus on AI risk management in the wake of APRA's call for financial institutions to strengthen their strategies due to emerging security threats. The episode concludes with APRA's emphasis on improving AI risk oversight for insurers. Tune into Financial Services Online weekly for more industry updates.n

In this episode of Financial Services Online's weekly industry news wrap-up, host Paige Estritori discusses key highlights from Australia's insurance sector. Acenda Life has updated its Retail Life Insurance portfolio, now offering increased income protection thresholds and maximum entry age limits. Zurich Financial Services Australia has acquired ClearView Wealth Limited for $415 million in a significant move within the life insurance sector. The show also highlights the increasing focus on AI risk management in the wake of APRA's call for financial institutions to strengthen their strategies due to emerging security threats. The episode concludes with APRA's emphasis on improving AI risk oversight for insurers. Tune into Financial Services Online weekly for more industry updates.n

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