Aug 20, 2021 | Business
) — DigiSure, the first company to go beyond credit and driving history for mobility and shared economy businesses, today announces the launch of its embedded protection platform to offer instant, individualized micro-insurance policies for better, safer coverage. The company is also announcing $13.1M in funding led by Morado Ventures, with participation from Xplorer Capital, Valor Equity Partners, Clocktower Technology Ventures, True North Cos, and ex-Upwork CEO Fabio Rosati, to help grow its team and scale operations.
Millennials and Gen Z are increasingly turning to car rentals and alternative mobility options like rideshare, scooters and bicycles, fueling the need for a digital-first insurance solution that safeguards against the risks and complexities associated with new forms of mobility. DigiSures Protection Suite applies machine learning and AI to effectively manage large amounts of data elements in real time, resulting in more nuanced risk assessment and better pricing. The outcome: tailored coverage options through one seamless protection platform where customers can easily file and manage a claim — in seconds.
The growing popularity of non-owned vehicles is leaving renters, merchants and vehicle owners alike more vulnerable to fraud, which is why weve built a frictionless solution that upholds the highest trust and safety standards for all parties involved, said Mike Shim, DigiSure co-founder and CEO. Were leading with data and customer-centric technology to enhance the safety and accessibility of peer-to-peer vehicle markets like RVs, motorcycles, and EV subscription services, which have seen skyrocketing demand as a result of the pandemic.
The companys proprietary risk assessment and underwriting engine — DigiSure Protection Suite — includes:
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Identity Verification: Multiple data points are collected via DigiSures Identity Verification Module (IVM) while providing a friendly user experience.
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Data Validation: AI-powered identity verification utilizing biometrics technology, advanced fraud detection, credit checks, driving history and telematics data integration.
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Risk Modeling: Data models are monitored, analyzed and proactively updated by DigiSures data science team to mitigate potential risk.
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Automated Approval: Automated approvals and manual reviews to manage edge cases and maintain confidence levels.
DigiSure is co-founded by three-time founder and ex-Yahoo! executive, Mike Shim (CEO), and the former VP of Innovation at Liberty Mutual and experienced insurance executive Paul Smith (COO). The DigiSure team is composed of experienced entrepreneurs and operators from companies including Yahoo!, Uber, Mastercard, and JPMorgan. Their combined backgrounds in marketplaces, insurance, and risk and financial services, is bringing technology-powered solutions to reimagine the future of insurance for marketplaces, starting with scaling mobility businesses Trust & Safety operations.
DigiSure is converging and simplifying insurance with trust and safety as its number one priority, said Ash Patel, Managing Director at Morado Ventures. The companys seasoned team possesses deep operational expertise in marketplaces, insurance and data analytics, and were thrilled to support them as they build a category-defining business in the $4 trillion insurance industry.
The company proudly serves innovative mobility and shared economy customers, including EagleRider, Envoy, Fetch, and more, with plans to expand into additional industry segments and markets in the future.
The most important thing is making sure our community is safe, so when EagleRider searched for an insurance partner to launch EagleShare, our groundbreaking new sister company, the first global peer-to-peer motorcycle rental business, we quickly concluded that DigiSure was the perfect technology-forward provider prioritizing safety above all else” said Karsten Summers, EagleRider and EagleShare CEO.
Connect with DigiSure to deliver best-in-class, modern insurance experiences for your customers, and upgrade your Trust & Safety infrastructure here.
About DigiSure:
Founded in 2018 by a team of experienced entrepreneurs and operators from companies including Yahoo!, Uber, Mastercard, and JPMorgan, DigiSure is the first company to screen and underwrite simultaneously, enabling mobility and shared economy companies to offer personalized microinsurance policies and dramatically reduce losses. Through its proprietary Protection Suite and underwriting technology, DigiSure applies machine learning and AI technology to instant underwriting, fraud detection and credit scoring for dynamic pricing that provides transparency and reduces insurance costs. For more information, visit www.digisure.ai.
May 16, 2021 | Books, Business
One of the most respected and accomplished leaders in the history of college athletics to assist the fast-growing technology in their next period of growth
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – May 13, 2021 – PRLog — DDSports Inc. (ShotTracker), a revolutionary sports technology that captures rich performance data via sensors and provides statistics and analytics with sub-second latency, today announced that former Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany has joined the company in the newly-created role of special advisor on strategy and partnerships. Delany oversaw unprecedented growth for the Big Ten during his tenure, which ended upon his retirement on January 1, 2020.
“We welcome Jim Delany’s experience and his insight into ShotTracker,” said ShotTracker CEO Bill Moses. “His business acumen, his understanding of the opportunities in the college space with regard to technology and infrastructure, and his visionary planning will be invaluable to us as we accelerate implementation on a wide scale in the coming months, and continue to grow relationships on broadcast integration.”
“Jim Delany has always been a big thinker who gets things done, and that thought process will be welcomed and crucial for us as we expand and grow,” said ShotTracker Co-Founder and President Davyeon Ross. “He has always been a fervent supporter of our work, and it is a pleasure to have him officially part of our team now.”
“Sub second latency, seamless broadcast integration and greater content options for millions of fans is going to be essential for any technology that wants to engage as a business these days, and ShotTracker has all of that and more,” Delany said. “This is a platform that has been built for where college sports is heading in the coming years, both from a team analytics side and from a commercial side, and I am excited to be able to help participate in the expansion of the business.”
Delany served as Commissioner of the Big Ten from 1989 until 2020 and was an innovator during his tenure, with accomplishments that included: The creation of college football replay, overseeing leadership on conference expansion in moving the Big Ten from 10 to 14 members, and the creation of the first college sports network. He also led the growth of distributable revenue to conference members from $20 to $800 million, and was an aggressive supporter of gender equity.
ShotTracker, whose recent $13 million funding round includes Evertz Technologies, Verizon Ventures and Hearst Ventures, currently brings elite-level, real-time analytics to the court. The company’s patented technology tracks data in three parts: a ShotTracker-enabled ball, sensors on players’ jerseys and court sensors that map the court in 3D. Data is processed through the company’s proprietary algorithm displayed on the ShotTracker app and dashboard and is also integrated with Evertz’s cloud-based live production solutions. The real-time data can be used to automate camera productions from remote locations and can be licensed by media and sports data companies and will be enhanced by all the innovation Verizon is bringing through their cutting-edge work in 5G.
About ShotTracker
ShotTracker was co-founded in Overland Park, Kansas by basketball and technology experts Davyeon Ross and Bruce Ianni. ShotTracker’s innovative system delivers 70+ unique and completely autonomous basketball stats and insights to teams, broadcasters and game partners with sub-second latency. ShotTracker is currently being utilized by 63 men’s and women’s college basketball programs spanning 12 conferences. Its partners include Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, Spalding and Wilson. For more information, visit http://www.ShotTracker.com.
Apr 19, 2021 | Business
Seth Maniscalco, now a leading crypto investor and Blockchain expert started off as a navigational aid technician as an enlisted US Marine.
He became interested in investing early in his military days and when cryptocurrency gained traction, he became a top investor and analyst. Earning a Master’s in Blockchain Technology, Seth started a private investment group and has created 60+ crypto millionaires.
He has been selected for the cover of veteran owned digital magazine SHIFT Advanced Life Design for his recognition as a top performer in the world of cryptocurrency.
Crypto has been hailed as an evolved financial product, but it still remains new territory for many. Seth provides coaching for people that are interested in exploring investment opportunities with crypto currency.
“I have been fortunate to have some sharp students who are truly coachable and willing to put ego aside and learn. The list of wins in our win column is too numerous to list. I would be lying if I didn’t say I am extremely proud for helping well over 50 of my students achieve the 2-comma club through crypto investing. Most importantly though, they have achieved, through hard work and direct application, the high paying skill of being an investor. This goes beyond just financial wins and is truly about the ability to have time freedom in their lives.” – Seth Maniscalco, crypto and Blockchain investor and market analyst.
According to techjury.net, Bitcoin accounts for 6 billion dollars in transactions daily. Globally cryptocurrency users exceed 40 million people. As of 2020, the crypto market cap is over 265 billion dollars.
To find out more about cryptocurrency investment, reach out to Seth Maniscalco at www.cryptowealthcoach.com or connect with him on LinkedIn or Facebook.
You can read the most recent interview with Seth at www.shiftlifedesign.com.
Seth Maniscalco is a leading crypto analyst that teaches investment strategies and crypto portfolio building. He possesses a Master’s degree in Blockchain Technology and manages a private investor membership site.
Robert Garcia, SHIFT Magazine
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