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ACTUARIAL AI April 2026

When the Classic Beats the Machine: What AI Reveals About Actuarial Modelling

A practical experiment comparing Poisson GLMs against Gradient Boosting Machines on motor insurance data—and what four AI systems revealed about the results.

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ACTUARIAL AI Mar 2026

AI Tools for Actuaries: GLM and Tree-Based Regression

A comprehensive guide to integrating machine learning into actuarial practice—bridging GLMs, tree-based regression, and gradient boosting.

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RISK STRATEGY Feb 2026

Why Most Growth Strategies Fail: Risk Is Misunderstood, Not Execution

A global perspective on why growth strategies fail—not from poor execution, but from structural risk misunderstanding.

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IFRS 17 Jan 2026

IFRS 17: One Year On – Key Learnings and Ongoing Challenges

Reflecting on the first year of IFRS 17 implementation, we examine the practical challenges insurers have faced and lessons learned.

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Solvency II Dec 2025

Solvency II Review: What Changes to Expect in 2026

An analysis of proposed amendments to the Solvency II framework and their practical implications for capital management and reporting.

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Climate Risk Nov 2025

Climate Risk Modelling: Actuarial Approaches for Uncertain Futures

Exploring methodologies for incorporating climate scenarios into actuarial models and reserving practices for both life and non-life insurers.

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Reserving Oct 2025

Best Practices in Claims Reserving Uncertainty Assessment

A practical guide to quantifying and communicating reserving uncertainty to boards, auditors, and regulators effectively.

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Governance Sep 2025

The Actuarial Function: Adding Value Beyond Compliance

How leading insurers are leveraging their actuarial function as a strategic asset rather than a regulatory checkbox.

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Longevity Aug 2025

Longevity Risk: New CMI Model Implications for Annuity Writers

Analysing the latest CMI mortality improvement model updates and their impact on annuity pricing and reserving.

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Reinsurance Jul 2025

Reinsurance Market Hardening: Strategies for Cedants

Practical strategies for cedants to optimise their reinsurance programmes in a challenging market environment.

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