Description: One of the most fundamental concepts in actuarial practice is the time value of money. For any work in which future cash flows are allowed for, such as reserving or pricing, it is natural to discount to present values so that an appropriate amount of money can be set aside today, allowing for future investment returns. This article discusses yield curve extrapolation methods along with the benefits and drawbacks of these methods.

Description: In this article, the outgoing chairperson thanks the section council and highlights two major activities: the Centers of Actuarial Excellence, CAE, and the Future Education Methods, FEM.

Description: Read about The Bulletin Board Updates on important events related to the Technology Section.

Description: This article discusses how the SOA exams have changed over the years and the reasons for the changes. The current system focuses on actuarial education, balances examination rigor with educational experience, and uses technology - where appropriate - to facilitate and enhance learning outcomes.

Description: This article is an update on the educational and qualification 2005

Description: This article provides a basic overview of how Health Section research is initiated and conducted including the roles different parties play. Issue No 60

Description: This article highlights the significant steps being taken by the UK actuarial profession to establish a more focused role in risk management.

Description: This article updates the reader on the Doctoral Stipend process.

Description: As the insurance industry continues to evolve due to a pandemic and rapidly changing economic and regulatory conditions, the role of data scientists and actuaries has become increasingly important. In an interview with the Atidot data science and actuarial team, we discuss what it is like to work at an InsurTech, how data scientists and actuaries can collaborate, and look at some concrete technical examples of where the innovation is having an impact. This article explores what collaboration can look like and how the role of data science and actuary may evolve in the InsurTech industry in the future.

Description: High level overview on how to implement a risk adjustment chart chase program.