"The use of (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) is growing rapidly," Steve Blakey, president and chief executive officer of Starr Insurance Holdings, Inc., said in a press release about his company's intention to offer on-demand drone insurance. "We believe that SkyWatch brings a fresh approach to how insurance operates, and their safety solutions put them at the forefront of the industry." (Photo: iStock)

Auth0, the international Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) software provider, recently announced that it is providing the identity platform for Youi Insurance™, the click-to-buy online Australian insurer offering a range of motor and home insurance policies. Youi is using Auth0's social login functionality for its Youi Rewards app, a mobile customer platform for earning rewards with policy purchases or file claims.

Starr Companies has reached an agreement with SkyWatch to provide a data analysis, risk assessment, and active risk-reduction platform for the drone industry. The agreement will offer qualified unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators the ability to secure insurance "on demand" for each flight.

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