Wealth & Finance January 2016 - Wealth & Finance International

Launching a new cryptocurrency has become an attractive option for businesses and individuals looking to take advantage of blockchain technology. In this article, we will explore why launching a new crypto is beneficial and outline the essential steps involved

This Q4, Here’s Where to Invest (And It’s Not AI)

From January to mid-July in 2024, a remarkable 225 startups secured a staggering £750.5 billion in venture capital funding. While generative AI companies are on track to potentially exceed last year’s record of £17.6 billion, many venture capitalists are a

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ICO and NCA Sign Memorandum of Understanding, a Crucial Step Towards Enhancing the UK’s Cybersecurity Posture

Third-party IT consultants can help organisations align with the recommendations outlined in the MoU and ensure that their cybersecurity frameworks are robust The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and National Crime Agency (NCA) have signed a memoran

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5 Essential Marketing Strategies for Lenders and Brokers to Drive Growth

By Nicola McCoosh, founder and CEO of Yada Yada Finance In today’s competitive financial services landscape, many lenders and brokers struggle to meet their growth targets when relying solely on ad-hoc or siloed marketing activities. Whether it’s sporadic

Lost in Translation: Navigating the Global Financial Landscape with AI

By Lloyd Farrow, Sales & Marketing Director at LanguageLine Solutions UK As international markets become increasingly interconnected, financial institutions are extending their reach beyond domestic borders to access new markets and diversify their portfol

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6 Common Mistakes That Could Invalidate Your Business Insurance

Business owners are being warned to keep their providers up to date or risk invalidating their insurance. Insurance comparison experts from Quotezone.co.uk have highlighted six ways businesses may have unknowingly invalidated their business insurance

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Lost in Translation: Navigating the Global Financial Landscape with AI

How Embedded Finance is Redefining the Travel Industry

By Philipp Buschmann, Co-Founder and CEO of AAZZUR In the world of travel, convenience is king. From the moment we start dreaming about our next vacation to the time we finally sink into that beachside lounge chair, we want everything to flow smoothly. But the

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The Average Cost of a Data Breach in the Finance Sector is $6.08 Million, a Staggering 22 Percent Higher Than the Global Average of $4.88 Million

According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach report, finance has the second highest breach costs of the 17 industries studied By AJ Thompson, CCO, Northdoor plc    IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach report has highlighted the increasing cost for o

Experts Reveal How School Leavers Hoping To Start Their Own Business Can Spot Online Payment Scams This Summer

When it comes to online shopping, customers aren’t the only ones who can fall victim to scams. Many scams target sellers instead – and these can harm anyone, including school leavers planning to bypass university and start their own business instead. Anyon

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The Real Impact of Your Credit Score on Car Financing

When it comes to car financing, your credit score is a crucial factor that can significantly affect the terms and conditions of your loan. As an expert in financial matters, I aim to demystify the complexities surrounding credit scores and their impact on car

The Benefits of Embedded Finance on ERP and Payroll Players

Research from OC&C Strategy consultants suggests ERP and Payroll players could expect an EBITDA uplift of 20-30%, on a 2-3-year timescale, with the integration of embedded finance products. Strategy consultants at OC&C have shared a report unveiling a

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5 Essential Marketing Strategies for Lenders and Brokers to Drive Growth

Lost in Translation: Navigating the Global Financial Landscape with AI

6 Common Mistakes That Could Invalidate Your Business Insurance

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Financial Advisors: The Types of Purchases That Could Impact Your Credit Score When Made on a Credit Card

Credit cards are a convenient way to manage finances, but how you use them can significantly affect your credit score. Sovereign Boss Financial Advisors, a leading financial advisory firm in the UK, outlines the types of purchases that could harm your credit s

Fintech Start-Up Founder of the Year 2024: Shawn-Marc Melo

Shawn-Marc Melo has come a very long way since he first started his sales career 15 years ago. With an impressive array of experience under his belt, he soon discovered his dream to launch his own fintech brokerage - and, two years ago, he did just that in the

Most Innovative Self-Service Kiosk Soultions Provider 2024 – Middle East

FinTech solutions company Infinite Business Solutions (IBS) DMCC pioneers a range of leading edge technologies and value-added services for a variety of industries on a global scale. Striving to more than meet the demands of growing businesses with its worldwi

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5 Essential Marketing Strategies for Lenders and Brokers to Drive Growth

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Here’s What Makes a Trustworthy Vehicle Financer

Finding a trustworthy lender is crucial for anyone looking to purchase a vehicle, as a reliable financer can make the difference between a stress-free buying experience and a financial nightmare. But with so many options available, how can you discern which fi

How Embedded Finance is Redefining the Travel Industry

Top 5 Common Investment Mistakes to Avoid

By Jack Roberts, Investment Analyst at IBOSS, part of Kingswood Group The French writer Voltaire once observed, "Uncertainty is an uncomfortable position, but certainty is an absurd one." With volatile markets and an unpredictable future, navigating the world

Driving Digital Transformation: Key Solutions for Modern Financial Services

Technology rules every iota of our lives in this digital world, from online shopping to money transfers. Conclusively, that also holds for financial services. How are these institutions supposed to cope with countless transactions and storing sensitive data wh

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Car Finance 101: Expert Reveals Ins and Outs of Partial and Early Settlement

If you’ve bought your vehicle through finance, you may think that you’re locked into your contract and need to stick to your monthly payments until the end of the deal. However, whether your financial circumstances have changed or you’re simply contempla

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5 Essential Marketing Strategies for Lenders and Brokers to Drive Growth

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Coupon Expert Reveals How You Can Save Hundreds On The Weekly Shop

In today's world of rising living costs, finding ways to save money on weekly shopping is more important than ever. Making small changes to the way you shop, and mastering the art of couponing, can lead to significant savings, sometimes hundreds of pounds over

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Home Fuel Expert Shares How Switching from Oil to LPG Can Have a Positive Impact on Your Finances

Choosing the right fuel to power your property is an important decision, as it can affect how warm your home gets during the cold winter season and save you precious money on the gas bill at the end of the month. For those householders who live off the grid, o

Almost a Third of UK Business Owners to Sell Up to Fund Retirement

Almost one third (30%) of UK business owners plan to sell their businesses to help fund their retirement, according to new research. Business owners across the country have been fighting rising costs from energy bills to higher living wages and it seems

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8 Ways to Secure Funding for Your New Venture

Although conditions are challenging for new business ventures this year with factors such as the pandemic and cost of living crisis playing a part, all hope is not lost…In total, there were 5.47 million small businesses in the UK during 2022 this accounted f

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Why Non-Traditional Methods of Funding are More Popular Than Ever

Growing a business in the current economic climate is a challenge. With rising costs slashing profit margins and prohibiting growth, external investment has become almost a necessity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand. Even established bus

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Navigating Market Uncertainty: Financial Advisers on Elections and Planning

By Chris Metcalfe, IBOSS Chief Investment Officer, part of Kingswood Group Understanding market reactions to elections Elections invariably stir up a blend of anxiety and anticipation among investors, advisers, and clients. This year has seen its fair share of

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Empowering Luxury: Why Luxury Brands Should Adopt Embedded Finance Solutions

By co-founder and CEO of AAZZUR, Philipp Buschmann Luxury is a powerhouse sector that shows no sign of slowing down, this year the Luxury Goods market is projected to generate a revenue of US$368.90bn. Luxury and innovation have always gone hand in hand with

FX Risk Management Should Always Be a Priority

Market volatility has been reserved in recent times but there are signs the tide is turning. Laurent Descout, Founder and CEO of Neo, discusses the importance of FX risk management and why it should always be a priority. 2024 so far has been a relatively quiet

GenZnomics: 10 GenZ Beliefs & Behaviors Driving the Global Economy

As a GenZ authority and policy advocate with 93.3K followers and 3.7M likes on TikTok, I believe it is essential to advance a cross-generational understanding of the driving forces behind the post-millennial economy in order for industry to establish best prac

Gold’s Performance During a Recession

With the impact of the rise in the cost of living in the UK, influenced by many factors such as the Ukraine Russia war, the rising costs of energy and the knock-on effects these have had on the economy, we take a brief look of gold’s performance during a rec

Will Uranium Continue to Glow For Investors?

By Thomas Roderick, Portfolio manager, Trium Epynt Macro Fund Uranium has been the standout commodity of the past 12 months - nearly doubling in price to $100 per pound, with nuclear firmly back on the policy agenda as part of the green energy transition. The

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6 Common Mistakes That Could Invalidate Your Business Insurance

Financial Advisors: The Types of Purchases That Could Impact Your Credit Score When Made on a Credit Card

Seven of The Most Commonly Asked Questions Around Car Finance, According to an Expert

Investing in a car comes with a lot of questions, from the make and model to what you’re planning to use it for. But possibly the most important consideration is around financing a vehicle, and there’s a lot of conflicting information that might make navig

Fintech Start-Up Founder of the Year 2024: Shawn-Marc Melo

4 Things You Need to Know About Debt in Your 20s and 30s

By Cora Gold, Editor at Revivalist Your 20s and 30s are a time of significant life changes, career milestones and financial decisions. While these years offer exciting opportunities, they also come with money challenges, including debt. Explore what you need

Top 5 Common Investment Mistakes to Avoid

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Six Key Policies Outlined Ahead of General Election to Fuel Britain’s Entrepreneurial Renaissance

Introduction of start-up concierge service, tax incentives and greater education all called for in new business manifesto With the UK approaching a pivotal general election this July, a new manifesto is calling on all political parties to implement policies de

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Once-in-Generation Opportunity to Fix Tax Advice Market

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) has responded to HMRC’s long-awaited consultation on “Raising standards in the tax advice market”, which closes for submissions today. HMRC has asked the industry and consumers for their views on

Expert Reveals Five Things You Can Do Before The End Of This Tax Year To Benefit You In The Future

The UK tax year, often referred to as the financial year, starts on the 6th April and ends on the 5th April the following year. The end of the tax year is an important deadline for all taxpayers, marking the cutoff for various tax-related relief, payments, and

How to Gain Income Tax Relief This Year While Also Backing Britain

By Madeleine Ingram, Director, Calculus Capital Investors navigating the complex landscape of wealth management often seek avenues that not only offer lucrative returns but also come with attractive tax benefits. Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) and Enterprise In

Are UK Accountants Ready For the Upcoming Changes to R&D Tax Relief Only Two Weeks Away?

From April 2024, the existing R&D Expenditure Credit (RDEC) and SME schemes will be merged into one R&D tax relief incentive From April 2024, changes to R&D tax relief announced in the 2023 Budget mean that the existing R&D Expenditure Credit (

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Tax Changes: Expert Explains the IR35 Updates Coming in April and Who They Impact

Significant changes are on the horizon for IR35, set to take effect on April 6th. This new policy, known as ‘IR35 offset’, aims to prevent double taxation by empowering HMRC to offset tax and NI contributions already paid by contractors, fostering fairer s

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ICO and NCA Sign Memorandum of Understanding, a Crucial Step Towards Enhancing the UK’s Cybersecurity Posture

Cyberattacks and Reputation: How to Recover and Rebuild Consumer Trust

Cybersecurity breaches are a significant threat to a company's financial health and its reputation. While the immediate consequences of cybercrime often involve data loss, corrupted information, and compromised accounts, the long-term implications can be far m

The Average Cost of a Data Breach in the Finance Sector is $6.08 Million, a Staggering 22 Percent Higher Than the Global Average of $4.88 Million

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Cyber Security Compliance: Expert Explains the Regulatory Requirements for Businesses and How to Protect Against Cyber Threats

With an increasing reliance on technology, the protection of sensitive data and digital assets has become paramount for businesses of all sizes. The UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2023 estimates there were 2.39 million instances of cybercrime

Cyber Resilience 101: Outsourcing IT Services for Safeguarding Banking Operations

As the digital age evolves, the banking sector faces many cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt operations. To combat these threats, many companies turn to a robust strategy known as cyber resilience. One critical compo

How To Use Technology To Mitigate Banking Risks

The financial sector thrives on trust and security. But with the ever-evolving landscape of digital banking, new banking risks emerge constantly. So, how do you stay ahead of the curve? The answer: leverage technology itself. Here's how you can utilize various

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