Zurich crowns AI winners at fest 2025
Zurich Insurance Group selected 10 technology companies as winners of its 2025 Innovation Championship after evaluating solutions that address industry challenges through artificial intelligence and automation. The Swiss insurer picked two firms from 25 pilot programs launched this year, with Nexoya earning recognition for marketing budget optimization and Optimizely Opal receiving honors for personalized customer interactions. Five additional winners emerged from a hackathon attracting more than 1,000 participants across 40 nations who developed tools for claims processing and regulatory compliance.
Three previous championship recipients received acknowledgment for sustained contributions to the company’s operations. Lisa Insurtech processes over one million health claims annually through its platform, while Nearmap provides property analysis using aerial imagery. Sixfold AI reduced commercial underwriting document review from hours to minutes through machine learning algorithms. The insurer plans to expand partnerships with technology developers to improve efficiency across risk assessment and customer service functions.
