The Future of Insurance – Gil Arazi, Founder & Managing Partner, FinTLV Ventures (Live @ ITC Vegas 2025)

Episode Info

Gil Arazi is the Founder and Managing Partner of FinTLV Venture Capital – a leading global late stage Insurtech VC (Hippo, Next Insurance, Unqork, Corvus, wefox and many more). FinTLV works very closely with dozens of the leading global insurers and re-insurers – to provide real value to its’ portfolio companies. Therefore, Gil is a board member/observer in Hippo, Next Insurance, Pattern, iFeel, Assured Allies, Lovys, and more.

Gil has 20 Years’ experience as a senior executive and board member at the largest insurance companies in Israel and is a seasonal entrepreneur in the insurtech startup ecosystem.

Episode Overview:

Gil Arazi is a seasoned expert in the insurance industry and the visionary behind FinTLV Ventures. Recorded live at ITC Vegas 2025, this conversation delves into the transformative trends shaping the insurance landscape, with a focus on innovation, prevention, and the integration of technology.

Key Discussion Points:

• Background and Experience: Gil Arazi shares his journey from Tel Aviv to becoming a prominent figure in the global insurance industry, highlighting his 30 years of experience and leadership roles in companies like Generali.

• The Birth of FinTLV Ventures: After leaving corporate life due to internal politics, Arazi founded FinTLV Ventures, which has grown into a leading insurtech venture capital firm. The firm has successfully invested in companies like Hippo and Corvus.

• Investment Focus and Industry Trends: Arazi discusses FinTLV's strategic focus on cyber insurance and the shift towards profitable growth in the insurance sector. He emphasizes the importance of understanding industry trends to guide investment decisions.

• The Role of Prevention in Insurance: A significant portion of the conversation centers around the need for the insurance industry to focus on prevention. Arazi argues that prevention can lead to substantial savings on future claims and improve societal well-being.

• The Spark Consortium: Arazi introduces "The Spark," a consortium aimed at integrating proven technologies from various sectors into insurance products. This initiative seeks to drive prevention and innovation within the industry.

• Challenges and Opportunities: The discussion also touches on the challenges of implementing innovative solutions in a traditionally conservative industry. Arazi highlights the potential of quantum computing and other emerging technologies to revolutionize insurance practices.

Conclusion:
This episode offers a deep dive into the future of insurance through the lens of innovation and technology. Gil Arazi's insights provide a roadmap for industry leaders looking to embrace change and drive growth in a rapidly evolving market.

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