Technology has increased in scope in almost every aspect of our lives in the past several years. A growing number of people live their lives online whether that involves shopping, paying bills, or engaging in social media.
Many, if not most, of those advances in technology have insurance implications. Insurers, regulators, and legislators are constantly working to make sure that insurance laws and insurance products keep pace with a world that is changing rapidly.
Below are some information resources for those who would like to learn more about several aspects of the impact of technology on insurance.
- Sharing Economy (InsureUonline.org)
This link provides a brief overview of several aspects of the sharing economy on InsureUonline.org. - Ride-Sharing Apps
Click here for a variety of resources on ride-sharing apps. - Home Sharing
Click here for a variety of resources on home sharing. - Peer to Peer Car Sharing and its Impact on Insurance (Griffith Foundation)
Click here for resources on car sharing. - Rental Car Insurance (III)
Click here for tips on insurance when renting a car, whether from a rental company or from a car-sharing service. - Background on: Self-Driving Cars and Insurance (III)
This link to the III website takes you to the latest on insurance considerations related to self-driving cars. - Insurance and the Evolution of Automated Driving Systems (NAMIC)
This link leads to NAMIC’s report on insurance issues related to automated driving systems. - Facts + Statistics: Identity theft and cybercrime (III)
This link to the III website takes you to the latest on identity theft and cybercrime.