In the latest episode of ConverseAI, host Tong Zhang speaks with Estelle Liu about how data science can help address key challenges in superannuation, including large-scale projections, understanding customer lifetime value and predicting membe

ConverseAI: Applications and Development

Mar 20th, 2024 54m 44s

In our latest episode of ConverseAI, host Aidan Sussman chats with actuaries Ean Chan and Minh Phan, and data scientist William Zheng on the large language model (LLM) applications they use to assist, from text summarisation to assisting classi

The Actuarial Algorithm

Dec 7th, 2023 26m 10s

In our latest episode of ConverseAI, host Meg Yang chats with industry experts Jacky Poon, Jon Shen, and Andres Villegas Ramirez on the integration of generative AI within the actuarial profession.Listen now.View the transcript.

Enhancing Businesses with Large Language Models and ChatGPT

Dec 5th, 2023 28m 48s

Actuaries Institute Fellow Meg Yang brings together Victor Bajanov, Jacky Poon and Sam Zheng to discuss the potent capabilities of AI in driving businesses' efficiency and growth.In this podcast, they discuss:the efficiency and growth ChatGPT a

The Green Reality Check

Nov 27th, 2023 12m 28s

In our latest podcast, Superannuation and Investment Practices Committee (SIPC) members Christine Li and Hendrie Koster delve into the pressing issue of greenwashing within the superannuation and investment industry and what it means for supera

The Intersection of Gen AI and Education

Nov 23rd, 2023 31m 18s

Explore the intersection of generative AI and education with Kriti Khullar in a new Actuaries Institute podcast. Joined by Amanda Aitken, Andres Villegas, and Jon Shen, this episode explores how AI tools like ChatGPT are impacting learning and

The Digital Dilemma

Nov 21st, 2023 31m 43s

In the rapidly advancing world of artificial intelligence, the conversation around ethics has never been more critical. In this podcast, Kriti Khullar, an Associate of the Actuaries Institute and lead at IAG, discusses this digital conundrum wi

Funding for Flood Costs: Affordability, Availability and Public Policy Solutions

Aug 14th, 2023 13m 16s

One year on from our publication, Home Insurance Affordability and Socioeconomic Equity in a Changing Climate, home insurance affordability remains a significant concern. To highlight and address this issue, the Institute has published new rese

Home Insurance Affordability Update

Aug 13th, 2023 11m 9s

Not a Level Playing Field

Apr 30th, 2023 24m 13s

The deep economic divide between Australia’s rich and poor is in danger of worsening unless wide-ranging government policy reform is undertaken, a new Green Paper released by the Actuaries Institute warns. In the latest episode of the Actuaries

Have you ever wondered what type of impact Institute’s Practice Committees have on the profession?

Mar 24th, 2023 13m 55s

In our latest podcast, Risk Management Practice Committee (RMPC) members Jason Yu and Srikar Velivela come together to review RMPC’s achievements and accomplishments during 2022.RMPC consists of experienced actuaries with expertise in various a

Interested in a career in data science?

Mar 3rd, 2023 33m 13s

As data science and artificial intelligence continue to break new grounds, the need for data scientists continues to grow stronger and stronger by the minute. But what does a career in data science look? And more important, how do you get there

Interested in a career in data science?

Mar 2nd, 2023 33m 33s

Insurance for Grab

Nov 3rd, 2022 42m 14s

With its roots in a ride hailing up, Grab Insure Business is not an insurance company. It’s not a bank a consultancy firm but rather something completely different.Grab Insure Business is part of a NASDAC listed, unified conglomerate multinatio

Cyber Risk and the Role of Insurance

Sep 27th, 2022 17m 58s

Today the Actuaries Institute releases its latest Green Paper, Cyber Risk and the Role of Insurance.Australians are more dependent than ever on technology and cyber risk cost the Australian economy $33 billion last financial year.The paper, wri

Home insurance affordability and socioeconomic equity in a changing climate

Aug 16th, 2022 20m 19s

The Actuaries Institute recently launched its latest Green Paper, introducing the Australian Actuaries Home Insurance Affordability (AAHIA) Index.Affordable insurance is a key part of ensuring resilient communities.The paper, written by actuari

The ins and outs of takaful insurance

Jul 29th, 2022 47m 12s

Takaful insurance has witnessed a remarkable rise throughout Southeast Asia in recent times. On a global scale, the takaful insurance market is worth an estimated US$55 billion and is expected to grow by a further 14% between 2022 and 2028.But,

Driven by Data: An expert’s take on ethical AI

Jul 14th, 2022 31m 10s

The potential uses of artificial intelligence (AI) expand on a near-daily basis. And throughout his influential actuarial career to date, Chris Dolman has researched the vast possibilities of AI and how it can be used in an ethical manner. Chr

The eye-opening experiences of learning about Indigenous cultures

Jun 30th, 2022 32m 36s

With NAIDOC Week kicking off next week, it’s a time to celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It’s also a time to reflect on these significant cultures and how their stor

The state of super: Reforms, relationships, and rewards

Jun 17th, 2022 49m 51s

The superannuation industry is currently facing major legislative changes alongside other financial service industries. From ‘Your Future, Your Super’ reforms to the recent retirement income covenant, actuaries working in super are now having t

Bubbles, birth rates and booms: A conversation about Australia’s housing market

Jun 2nd, 2022 54m 16s

Housing affordability and the growing inequality around buying a home was one of the big issues expert speakers tackled at this year’s All-Actuaries summit.Speakers dived into the nuances and specifics of some of the biggest challenges we face

Driven by Data: Insights from an actuarial entrepreneur

May 10th, 2022 22m 3s

It takes bravery, poise and commitment to make the jump from the relative comforts of full-time employment to establishing a startup – especially in the rapidly evolving data analytics space. For tech entrepreneur, data scientist and actuary Sa

That’s Super: Big industry, big career opportunities

Apr 29th, 2022 21m 55s

There is certainly no set pathway when it comes to forging a career as an actuary, just ask Meray El-Khoury. Meray (Chief Insurance Officer, MetLife Australia) has worked across countless industries. This includes both traditional and non-tradi

Diversity and Inclusion Series: Spotlight on dyslexia

Mar 13th, 2022 20m 45s

Brandon Raiter (Actuarial Consultant at Deloitte) joins the ‘Diversity and Inclusion’ Podcast to talk all things relating to dyslexia, his diagnosis, myths and resources.Hosted by Harrison Gee (Actuarial Analyst at The Heron Partnership), Brand

‘Radical actuaries’ and how they’d save the world

Mar 6th, 2022 5m 25s

In this mini-podcast episode, actuaries Jeffrey Chan and Naomi Edwards discuss how you can submit and present your radical idea at the upcoming 2022 All-Actuaries Summit.Discussion includes;•What are ‘radical actuaries’ how did the plenary comm