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Claims Startup Betterview Attracts $7.5M in Financing Round From Guidewire, Others

Startup Betterview raised $7.5 million in new funding to fuel expansion of its artificial intelligence technology that helps property/casualty insurance carriers spot and manage property risk. ManchesterStory led the round, which brings the insurtech’s total venture capital tally to $17 …

PG&E Power Line Hooks Found Wrapped in Tape, Fire Victims Say

A recent inspection of a PG&E Corp. transmission line uncovered equipment issues similar to those cited as the cause of the deadliest fire in California history, according to lawyers for wildfire victims. During a December inspection, an expert for the …

Drone Inspection Programs Offer Safety, Cost Saving Benefits

Insurers are increasingly using drones to inspect property damage, according to Cory Shelton, head of UAV Technology at Geomni, a Verisk business. In a recent interview with Claims Journal, he explained the pros and cons of using drones for property …

Kansas Energy Company Increases its Use of Drones

Westar Energy is increasing the use of drones for such things as inspecting equipment, navigating remote areas and managing some emergencies, as the utility tries to improve safety and efficiency while also saving money, company officials said. Westar and Kansas …