InsurTech weekly - Will Samsung become your next (pet) insurer ?

_{1/ The real level of digitization in German insurance}

The first article is a report from Marsh Oliver Wyman on the state of digitization in the German industrial and corporate insurance market. Based on a survey of industry incumbents, it highlights the key areas where board members anticipate the greatest benefits from their digital transformation strategies. It also examines which technologies are expected to receive the highest levels of investment in the near future.

_{2/ Are stablecoins the future of payment?}

The second article from Dave Wechsler explores how stablecoins could enhance everyday payments. It outlines four key advantages of stablecoin technology and their relevance to the payments industry. Additionally, the article examines potential use cases and the challenges startups may encounter when implementing these solutions.

_{3/ Are larger models better in AI?}

The third article from Benedict Evans examines the opportunities and challenges associated with large language models. As new models continue to emerge and their performance reportedly improves over time, the article questions whether traditional benchmarks are the best way to measure their effectiveness. It also explores what "better" truly means in the context of real-world applications and the tangible benefits for end users.