Over a third of all internet shoppers (40%) committed fraud within the last 12 months. This is one of the shocking central findings of new research commissioned by fraud prevention provider Ravelin, exploring the attitudes, motivations, values, and backgrounds of a growing number of consumers who are turning to ecommerce crime. Ravelin polled over 6,000 […]
William Lloyd-Hayward has been appointed as managing director of Sirius Finance, after it was announced that the business has returned to being a wholly owned subsidiary of Brightstar Financial last week. With a strong track record of winning industry leadership awards, as well as promoting diversity and sustainability, William will lead Sirius whilst retaining his […]
The building industry has hit out at planning fee hikes of 35% for developments of more than ten homes and 20% for other applications with no guarantees services will improve. The last price rise was in 2018 when councils were allowed to increase fees by up to 20% if they agreed to invest the money […]
Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown: “A subdued session looks set to bed in after the enthusiasm sparked by the dip in inflation. Cautiousness about the trajectory of interest rates in the United States is edging back in after retail sales didn’t slow by as much as expected. Consumers are still showing […]
OPDA has expanded its member executive committee with the appointment of Nick Chadbourne, CEO of LMS. The Open Property Data Association (OPDA) has expanded its executive committee. This is to further its drive to transform the house buying process through the creation of world-leading property data standards in the UK. The OPDA is a forward-looking […]
Zephyr Homeloans, the specialist buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage provider, has announced a new two-year fixed-rate mortgage as well as a 100 bps reduction across its fixed-rate mortgage product range. The lender said that it is offering 5.35% on a two-year fixed-rate buy-to-let mortgage at 65% loan-to-value (LTV) for standard properties with an A to C-rated energy […]
Poland has strong advantages that can help strengthen its position on the global stage of financial centers. This is the main message promoted by the delegation of Polish companies and institutions during the Singapore Fintech Festival. The potential of Poland, possible synergies, and collaboration opportunities were also discussed by participants at the Poland ASEAN Fintech […]
Running a business is like sailing on the unpredictable seas of entrepreneurship. The winds of change can blow in any direction, and the waves of challenges are inevitable. In such stormy waters, having a reliable ally by your side can make all the difference. Enter the unsung hero of business operations—the accountant. Understanding the lay […]
In the wake of the pandemic, with online shopping and shipping more prevalent than ever, supply chain optimisation has never been more important and nowhere is that more obvious than in the fabled Golden Logistics Triangle. This strategic geographical region is a testament to how location, infrastructure, and economic vitality can synergise to create a […]
If you’re a marketer in the medical field, you know how fast-paced and competitive it can be to succeed in healthcare marketing. It’s no secret that there’s lots of competition for limited resources and getting your message heard above the fray can feel next to impossible. But don’t despair, while it may take some extra […]
