New York | Today’s leading insurance executives know there is no question they must embrace new technologies and business models in order to position their firms for future success. But the road forward is not as clear-cut, and many are held back by legacy systems, out-dated processes and bloated organizations. In an effort to drive innovation from within, established carriers are increasingly wading into territory formerly reserved for venture capital, competing to acquire, partner with or incubate the next game-changing InsurTech (or Insurance Technology), encompassing the many new technologies and platforms seeking to better integrate digital tools and explore new ways of doing business. Many of these new technologies aim to digitize the end-to-end user experience across every transaction, concurrently improving customer engagement and operational efficiency. Others promise to refine the underwriting process through the introduction of sophisticated real-time data and artificial intelligence. FT’s inaugural Insurance Innovation Summit will bring together leading executives and industry experts to discuss the best strategies to adapt and innovate in this rapidly evolving industry.