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It’s a strange thing, the way we form connections with voices. Proper, deep-rooted, personal connections. The kind that feel like friendship, even though the other person has no idea we exist. The kind that, when news breaks of their passing, leaves us unexpectedly bereft—as though a part of our own personal history has just been snatched away. That’s exactly how I felt when I heard that former F1 team boss Eddie Jordan had died this...

Sends is thrilled to join the Pay360 Conference on March 25-26, 2025, at booth 188, ExCeL London. The event focuses on “The Future of Payments and Digital Innovation”, where Sends will showcase its payment offerings. Sends is a Gold Sponsor this year. Visitors can explore a wide range of Sends’ solutions, including personal and business accounts with SEPA/SWIFT/UK Local Payments setup within 48 hours, seamless payment acceptance through Apple Pay and Google Pay, and fast...

With the mobile app market generating a staggering $38 billion in Q3 2024 in revenue, it’s no surprise that many businesses are asking, “How much does it cost to develop an app?”. In today’s fast-paced world, people expect solutions at their fingertips. Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, logistics, or any other industry, a mobile app helps you connect with customers, improve workflows, and gather insights to personalize future offerings. In this article, we’ll explore the...

On February 18, the President of Uzbekistan signed the Law “On Guarantees for the Protection of Bank Deposits.” This legislation aims to enhance the security of citizens’ savings and strengthen the country’s financial system. Under the new law, the government guarantees the return of deposits up to 200 million UZS per bank. What Changes Await Depositors? Rustam Rafikov, Acting Managing Director – Head of Retail Banking at Octobank, explained how this law will impact bank customers...

Specialist agricultural lawyers at Clarke Willmott LLP have reported a surge in enquiries about pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements from farming families, following recent government changes to inheritance tax on farm assets. With succession planning now a pressing concern, private client and family law specialists are seeing increased demand for legal advice to safeguard farming assets, ensuring they remain within the family for future generations. Holly Smith, an associate in Clarke Willmott’s family law team, explained...

Britain’s high streets continued to shrink in 2024, with an average of 35 stores closing each day as retailers battled online competition and economic uncertainty. However, despite 12,804 closures last year, the latest data from PwC indicates a more positive outlook for the sector, with the rate of closures slowing compared to 2023, when 14,801 stores shut their doors. While closures outpaced new openings, the retail landscape saw signs of resilience, with 9,002 new shops...

A landmark tribunal ruling could provide major inheritance tax relief for families who engaged in historic ‘home loan’ schemes, potentially saving them six-figure sums in tax bills, according to national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP. The ruling in Elborne v HMRC overturned a previous decision that would have allowed HMRC to claim inheritance tax on properties placed in trust decades ago. The case involved the estate of Leslie Elborne, who used a ‘home loan’ scheme...

The online betting world never sits still. It’s an industry built on risk, and change is part of the game. Over the past decade, blockchain has been the latest disruptor, promising to fix long-standing trust issues while reshaping how players interact with betting platforms. But here’s the real question does blockchain genuinely improve the experience, or is this just another overhyped tech experiment that will fade away like so many others before it? The Trust...

Eddie Jordan, the flamboyant and fiercely independent Formula One team owner, businessman, and TV pundit, has passed away at the age of 76. A larger-than-life figure in motorsport, Jordan was best known for founding the Jordan Grand Prix team, which brought a refreshing, rebellious energy to F1 in the 1990s. His eye for talent helped launch the careers of some of the sport’s greatest drivers, including Michael Schumacher and Eddie Irvine. Born in Dublin in...

Bentley is pressing forward with its electric vehicle (EV) transition despite admitting that some of its most loyal customers may never give up internal combustion engines. Chief Executive Frank-Steffen Walliser acknowledged that while many high-net-worth buyers are eager to adopt cutting-edge technology, others remain unwilling to embrace electric powertrains. “There are, for sure, customers who say, fine, if it’s the latest and greatest technology I will take it, whatever it is,” Walliser said. However, he...