Levels of tool theft in the UK – a crime which already impacts 4 in 5 tradespeople – are predicted to increase as a result of the cost of living crisis, according to a new report. As the economic squeeze continues, over half (58%) of tradespeople believe that a rise in tool theft is inevitable. Tool theft is already having a significant impact on tradespeople across the UK, with a staggering four in five (78%) being directly affected by the crime – totalling an estimated £2.8bn worth of tools stolen across the UK. Three in five (59%) have experienced tool…
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A financial advisor can help you invest and grow your money in ways consistent with your goals and values. The role of an advisor may include providing expert advice about the buying, trading, or selling of assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate. But the scope of an advisor’s work goes far beyond these traditional roles. That’s because today’s consumers seek advisors who can help them manage their financial lives, including insurance and taxes, estate planning, wills and trusts, and even some day-to-day personal finance decisions. 6 critical attributes of a sound financial advisor 1. Good financial advisors have extensive…
In a new whitepaper published this week, OwlGaze, the provider of cutting-edge, end-to-end cybersecurity solutions, highlights the prominent security challenges faced by companies operating or dependant on blockchain systems, suggesting an organised approach towards tackling both regulatory and cybersecurity challenges as a joint effort. The global blockchain market is expected to hit nearly £60 billion by 2026, yet despite the increasing penetration of blockchain and the astronomical valuations of related businesses, a lack of global regulations, standards and guidelines has put all players in a grey area. Moreover, the technology is still in its nascent stages where several design and…
The purchase and usage of CBD products are at an all-time high. There has been a large influx of people enjoying the wonders associated with the regular usage of the product. CBD products contain an active ingredient known as Cannabidiol, from which the acronym “CBD” was derived. Cannabidiol is one of the extracts from the cannabis plant. Unlike THC, Cannabidiol offers various benefits to its users’ overall quality of life and has slowly become a favourite among healthy living enthusiasts. To guide you through the selection dilemma, we compiled a list containing the best CBD products to try. Best CBD Products Isolate…
So, you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy your first car. Congratulations! This is a big step—one that comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only do you have to worry about things like insurance and maintenance, but you also have to figure out how to finance your new purchase. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the basics of car financing so that you can make an informed decision when it comes time to sign on the dotted line. Car Financing Basics There are a few things you need to…
In recent years, a section of investors have closely monitored the ‘Halloween effect’ where crypto assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and the stock market tend to perform positively. Historically, Bitcoin has appeared to live up to this superposition, but current market conditions are projecting a gloomy period for BTC during Halloween 2022. According to historical data acquired by Finbold, Bitcoin has recorded a year-over-year (YoY) price increase over the past three Halloween seasons. However, the price trend is unlikely to be replicated in 2022, with the flagship cryptocurrency consolidating around the $20,000 level. Based on projections derived from 28,488 respondents from…
Keeping the information your company and your customers handle safe and secure should be a top priority for every business. The ISO27001 security standard provides essential reading for every company operating predominantly or partly online, with the measures introduced to adhere to such standards offering your first line of defence against cyber attacks and other breaches. In this article, we delve deeper into the ISO27001 standard and explore why preparing rigorously for an ISO27001 auditor is so crucial. What is ISO27001? As the international standard of information security management compliance, ISO27001 is a set of criteria that every company should…
The Russian invasion in February of this year has been catastrophic for Ukraine and its people, and has caused serious implications globally. As President Putin aims to dissuade Europe from aiding Ukraine, he delivers a painful blow by limiting our energy supply. For many years, Europe has been overly reliant on Russian energy and the danger of this could not be clearer. We are now facing a cost and supply crisis with soaring high bills and threats of blackouts this Winter. There is therefore a dual incentive to cut energy use – both for supply and cost purposes. This presents…
A good manager knows how to motivate their team. However, not every manager has the same style. This can vary by industry, as well as being dependant on the age and skill level of your employees or your personal attitudes to work. Two developed theories of managerial style are the X and Y theories developed by social psychologist Douglas McGregor in his book The Human Side of Enterprise. Since its publication in the 1960s, managers have been using this as a guide for their own style development. Here, with some sights from Dominic Fitch, Head of Creative Change at Impact…
EMV Capital, the deeptech and venture capital specialist, a wholly owned subsidiary of NetScientific plc, the international life sciences and sustainable technology investment and commercialisation group, is delighted to announce that it has led a £2.5m financing package in the domestic heat efficiency specialist, Ventive. The new funding will allow Ventive to deliver its modular heat pump production facility in Hartlebury, Worcestershire. Ventive’s modular exhaust air heat pumps are targeted at both new build and retrofit applications and will provide significant cost and carbon dioxide emissions reductions across their installation, operation, and production. The deal syndicated by EMV Capital is…
