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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…

Germany has challenged Türkiye’s attempt to secure EU recognition for döner kebab as a traditional product. In response, Bereket Döner has presented an academic study to highlight the Turkish origins and historical importance of the dish. During a press conference held in Istanbul on 5th December, Bereket Döner shared the findings of its study, which emphasise döner’s roots in Turkish culture and history. “Our research demonstrates that döner is deeply rooted in Turkish history and culture,” declared Mevlüt Ceyhun Tekdemir, Vice Chairman of Bereket Döner’s Board. “From Takiyeddin Efendi’s 16th-century mechanical drawings to insights from Evliya Çelebi, our evidence leaves…

Avery Healthcare has delivered over 1,500 cakes to charities that provide comfort and support to vulnerable people facing homelessness and isolation across the UK. This generous donation was part of Cake4Kindness Day, an annual event organised by the charity Cake4Kindness, held on Thursday 21st November. The initiative brings communities together to bake and share cakes, helping alleviate social isolation and support local charities. Avery care homes across the country united in a nationwide effort to spread kindness, donating baked goods to charities such as The Salvation Army, Homeless Street Angels, The Good Shepherd Hospice, The Light Project, The Purfleet Trust…

Netherland Burger Maestros, Fat Phill’s will open a debut London site this coming December, bringing their premium Smash Burgers, American Style Sandwiches and loaded fries to Clapham Junction in South West London. Founded in 2019 by Armin Vahabian, Fat Phill’s is the fastest expanding  burger brand in the Netherlands with 18 locations and growing. Freshly Baked Ltd, the master franchisor behind Auntie Anne’s UK, has secured an agreement to develop and expand Fat Phill’s across the UK, starting with Clapham this December. Central to the menu are their burgers – smashed to perfection the beef options include the signature ‘Double…

Christmas is full of festive traditions, from leaving milk out for Father Christmas and a carrot for the reindeer, to sprinkling ‘reindeer food’ to guide Father Christmas’s sleigh to your home on Christmas Eve.  However, did you know that sprinkling certain reindeer food in your garden doesn’t only guide Father Christmas to your house, but also PESTS! Expert warns against using OATS as Reindeer Food this Christmas Oats are commonly the main ingredient in reindeer food recipes, however, sprinkling oats in your garden can attract pests, such as rats to your garden. Grains, such as oats, wheat and rice are…

As we look ahead to 2025, those looking to discover a new destination should head to Muscat – named as one of 2025’s best places to visit by Condé Nast Traveller – which offers the perfect blend of adventure, culture and wellness. Located in the secluded cove of Bandar Jissah, against the backdrop of the Al Hajar Mountains, Jumeirah Muscat Bay is the perfect base for exploring the dramatic landscapes that surround this charming city. Take part in the ultimate physical challenge…  From 10 to 11 January 2025, Jumeirah Muscat Bay will be hosting Omswim 3.2, a unique open-water swimming competition that will feature…

Interior lighting experts at Pooky have revealed 5 easy ways to make your space look 10x bigger just in time for the hosting season.  Christmas is just around the corner and with it the prospect of hosting loved ones in celebration of the season. Whether you’re welcoming friends and family to your home for dinners and drinks or just gathering around the TV for the Gavin and Stacy Christmas Special, the kitchen is often at the heart of any home gathering. The looming hosting season has many homeowners and renters looking towards fast-tracking their home improvement plans to put their…

Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm known for investing in high-growth companies, has announced a strategic partial sale of BigChange, a leading provider of field service management software, to Simpro Group, a global player in the same sector. Despite this sale, Great Hill will retain a minority stake in BigChange, underscoring its commitment to the company’s continued growth and success. Since being acquired by Great Hill in 2021, BigChange has experienced significant growth and transformation. The company has successfully increased its revenue by 2.5 times and expanded its customer base to over 2,200 clients. In addition, BigChange has launched…

Bradford Housing Association Supports Refugees with Digital Tech Donations Bradford-based Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has donated a range of digital equipment to Solidaritech, a local community interest company focused on repurposing tech for refugees and asylum seekers. The donated equipment includes laptops, power leads, and smartphones, all of which will be reconditioned and distributed by Solidaritech to help digitally excluded individuals gain essential online access. The support from MHA marks a significant contribution to Solidaritech’s mission of narrowing the digital divide among migrants and asylum seekers in the UK. Founded in 2017, Solidaritech works by collecting unused digital devices from…

Vanta, a leading trust management platform, has announced significant investments in the United Kingdom and Ireland, reflecting its commitment to support businesses in achieving compliance and enhancing security programmes. The company unveiled new compliance frameworks, product features, and the opening of a London office to better serve its growing customer base in the region. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies presents both opportunities and risks for organisations. According to Vanta’s recently released State of Trust 2024 report, almost half (49%) of UK companies are apprehensive about the security risks associated with AI. In response, Vanta is supporting the…