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As part of its relentless pursuit to stay ahead of payment fraud, Caxton Payments has teamed up with tell.money to introduce Confirmation of Payee (CoP) services, adding yet another cutting-edge layer of security to its platform and ensuring customers’ funds are more protected than ever. This collaboration comes at a crucial time, as authorised push payment fraud for the first half of 2024, though declining, still reached 97,344 cases and caused personal losses of £166.5 million and business losses of £47.2 million.(1) The partnership will integrate tell.money’s Confirmation of Payee service, a fully managed SaaS solution, enabling both business and…

BridgerPay, a trusted global payments operations platform, are launching Hands In’s split payments as part of their payment optimisation services. This will mean their extensive network of merchants are now able to split payments across multiple cards and between multiple individuals – natively within online checkouts. Multi Card payments BridgerPay merchants now have access to Multi Card payments from Hands In, where they can split their payment across two or more cards. By splitting payments across multiple cards, credit limits are no longer an obstacle to successful payments. Customers can choose this option within the checkout or have this offered…

In what was already a memorable year for the world’s number one coaching firm, ActionCOACH is celebrating after being named one of the UK’s top franchise opportunities. Ranking no.21 this year in the prestigious Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100), a title they will hold for the entirety of 2025, ActionCOACH continues to demonstrate its position as the most innovative company in the business coaching industry. Established in 2017, in partnership with HSBC, the EF100 has become the go-to franchising list. It highlights the industry’s standout businesses, ranking them based on diverse criteria, including financial performance, heritage, community contributions and their…

Showcasing Europe’s Finest Swimming Pools and Spa Projects of the Year The European Pool and Spa Awards, organised annually by the European Union of Swimming Pool and Spa Associations (EUSA), honour the most exceptional domestic (residential) pools, spas, and hot tubs within the Wet Leisure Industry. Each year, winners from across Europe compete for recognition in this prestigious event. Following the 2024 awards ceremony, Europe’s most stunning swimming pool builds and hot tub installations have been revealed. This marks the 12th edition of these esteemed awards, which concluded with a ceremony on Tuesday, November 19th, at Piscine Global in Lyon.…

Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force, redefining how digital transactions are conducted. By offering unparalleled security, transparency, and efficiency, blockchain is reshaping industries ranging from finance and healthcare to entertainment and gaming. This article explores the foundational aspects of blockchain, its applications across various sectors, and its potential to revolutionize digital exchanges. The Basics of Blockchain Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers. Each transaction is encrypted, time-stamped, and linked to the previous one, creating a secure and immutable chain of data. The decentralized nature of blockchain eliminates the need for…

Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force, redefining how digital transactions are conducted. By offering unparalleled security, transparency, and efficiency, blockchain is reshaping industries ranging from finance and healthcare to entertainment and gaming. This article explores the foundational aspects of blockchain, its applications across various sectors, and its potential to revolutionize digital exchanges. The Basics of Blockchain Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers. Each transaction is encrypted, time-stamped, and linked to the previous one, creating a secure and immutable chain of data. The decentralized nature of blockchain eliminates the need for…

On Thursday 14th November, Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries hosted its annual conference, bringing together its network of franchises from up and down the country to reflect on their successes from the past year while looking ahead to what 2025 has in store. The event featured talks and workshops exploring emerging trends, new technologies and forward-looking strategies designed to provide valuable insights for those in early years education. The day-long conference took place at the historic De Vere Beaumont Estate, nestled in the historic heart of Old Windsor, and showcased a variety of workshops led by Monkey Puzzle’s head office team…

Celia Gaze, Founder and CEO of the Wellbing Farm, has been appointed as an Entrepreneur in Residence at The of Central Lancashire to help bring real-world business experience to its students. Celia’s appointment sees her join fellow new EIRs Lara Harrison, Founder & Managing Director of Superstar PAs Ltd and Michael Huckerby, Director of Huckerby Hotels. The three entrepreneurs have been handpicked to help the next generation of business leaders. The trio, who were announced during Global Entrepreneurship Week, will join seven current EIRs who are bringing real-world expertise and entrepreneurial practice to the School of Business’ students, academics and…

With Donald Trump’s recent election win, the cryptocurrency world might be heading into an era of favorable regulatory changes. This shift could open new doors for digital assets, especially XRP, a cryptocurrency that’s designed for quick, low-cost, cross-border payments. Ready to dive into why XRP might be a smart choice following the election and how recent developments could boost its value? Crypto investors had their eyes on this election, and for good reason. Trump has been vocal about supporting regulatory reforms, especially in the crypto sector. With his win, crypto-friendly policies may get a new push, potentially benefiting the entire…

With the Autumn Budget just days away, concerns are mounting across all sectors about the rising cost of living and its impact on businesses and entrepreneurs. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has warned of “difficult and big choices” ahead, while Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces the challenge of addressing a £14 billion deficit in the budget. As the government prepares for this critical financial announcement, there is growing consensus that the budget must go beyond short-term investments and deliver comprehensive reforms across all sectors. Sustainable spending solutions and future-proofing measures have never been more urgent. Businesses are particularly anxious about how…