Insurers shift AI from efficiency pilots to underwriting ROI

AI News reported on the 2026 Evident AI Index, which finds that insurers are moving AI from broad ambition toward measurable value in underwriting, claims, risk selection, and capital allocation. Across 30 tracked insurers, AI-specialist headcount rose 32% while the broader insurance workforce contracted 2.2%. Evident said Manulife, Generali, and Intact Financial are publicly reporting AI-driven value, with those three firms projected to generate more than $1B in AI-driven value by the end of their respective reporting periods.

Key details: Published June 16, 2026, The 2026 Evident AI Index tracks 30 insurers, AI-specialist headcount rose 32% while the broader insurance workforce fell 2.2%, Manulife, Generali, and Intact Financial are projected to generate more than $1B in AI-driven value.

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