Long-Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 8 – Technological Advances

Long-Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 8 – Technological Advances

Author: Research Insights August 27, 2025 Duration: 16:03

In this episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Kara Clark, Senior Practice Research Actuary at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, is joined by Al Klein, Principal and Consulting Actuary at Milliman, and Erik Pickett, Actuary and Chief Content Officer at Club Vita, to explore Chapter 8: Technological Advances from the paper Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality. This engaging conversation examines how emerging technologies — including wearable tech, bioelectronics, robotics, nanotechnology, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence — are influencing longevity and reshaping the future of mortality forecasting.

Through a lively and insightful discussion, the hosts highlight both the opportunities and challenges posed by technology. Topics range from health-monitoring wearables to ethical concerns around AI and equity of access. This episode provides valuable considerations for actuaries modeling the long-term impacts of rapidly evolving innovations.

This podcast is part of a special series supporting the SOA Research Institute paper Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality. To read the full report, visit the landing page here.

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