Technology continues to redefine SMEs and their capabilities. As the great equaliser, it has made it much easier for small businesses to compete with bigger companies and global corporations. One area that has seen huge growth since the financial crash in 2008 is the explosion of fintech solutions. As oneContinue Reading
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is in Switzerland to sign a deal that makes it easier for UK and Swiss financial firms to deal with each other. Trade in financial services between the UK and Switzerland is worth more £3bn. The government is hoping that the Berne Financial Services Agreement will helpContinue Reading
Managing finances efficiently is a significant yet challenging task for non-profit organizations. With constrained resources and high expectations for accountability, ensuring judicious use of funds is essential. Financial Edge NXT emerges as a financial management tool tailored to address the specific requirements of this sector. This software aims to simplifyContinue Reading
Navigating the intricate landscape of financial regulations and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance can be challenging for businesses. That’s where AML service providers come in, offering solutions that help meet regulatory obligations while safeguarding against financial crimes. However, selecting the right AML partner is crucial. This article will explore critical criteriaContinue Reading
Tokenization has emerged as a transformative concept in the digital landscape, offering a range of benefits and challenges. As businesses increasingly explore the potential of tokenization, they encounter various regulatory hurdles that can impact the adoption and implementation of this technology. This article delves into the regulatory challenges and opportunitiesContinue Reading
There are three tiers of government in the modern political set-up of states: the federal government, the state or provincial government, and the local government. So, tax is charged at the federal, state, and local levels, and your income is subject to additional levies to fund social security, education, infrastructureContinue Reading
Deliveroo has partnered with the tech start-up Multiverse to gift over £200,000 of its unspent apprenticeship levy to organisations looking to upskill their staff. The funds have been allocated to over ten small businesses, ranging from fintechs to consulting start-ups, enabling them to invest further in developing data and digitalContinue Reading
S ir Tony Blair’s institute has continued to advise and receive money from the government of Saudi Arabia since the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, it has emerged. The Sunday Times reported the former prime minister’s organisation is involved in a multimillion-pound partnership helping with a modernisation drive in the countryContinue Reading
Euro zone gross domestic product (GDP) grew by slightly more than initially estimated, with Ireland showing the strongest growth at 2.3 per cent. Data from the European statistics agency Eurostat revealed household spending and business investment is propping up the economies of the 19 euro zone members. Eurostat said GDPContinue Reading
The company is losing huge sums of money on cookie-cutter homes—suggesting a fundamental weakness in the US housing market.Continue Reading
