Where Ethical Practices Shape Every Step—And Every Relationship In a space where the focus often falls on features and litters, Lonestar Doodles leads with something deeper: integrity, trust, and a people-first philosophy. Based in Weatherford, Texas, Lonestar Doodles has quietly become a trusted name not just because of what they do—but because of how they do it. For Lonestar, breeding is only part of the story. The real foundation lies in the values that guide...
In 2025, Atos UK&I has taken significant steps to demonstrate how its Future Ready strategy is not just a vision, but a practical framework driving public sector transformation and social impact. Through projects in justice, sport, healthcare, and environmental services, Atos is applying its core strengths – spanning end-to-end IT delivery, AI-driven engineering, cybersecurity by design, deep sector expertise, sustainability, and a people-first approach. These strengths taken individually may not represent a differentiated value proposition...
For UK small and medium-sized enterprises, understanding what drives customer decisions is more crucial than ever. In a digital-first world, consumer data analysis has become the secret weapon for businesses aiming to boost sales and foster long-term loyalty. But how can SMEs, often with limited resources, make data work for them without getting lost in complexity? The Importance of Consumer Data for SMEs Consumer data is more than just numbers on a dashboard—it’s the story...
Gambling online can be fun and fast. But without a clear budget, it can also lead to stress. Smart players know that money management is just as important as strategy or luck. A good budget keeps things under control. It protects you from chasing losses and helps you enjoy the game. Below are simple, tested ways to manage your gambling budget and play responsibly. Choose the Right Platforms One key to managing your money is...
BT has refunded or credited £18 million to customers following enforcement action by Ofcom, after the telecoms giant was found to have breached rules requiring it to provide clear and simple contract information before customers signed up to new deals. The refunds follow a £2.8 million fine issued by the regulator last year, which concluded that BT had failed to meet its obligations for customers across its EE and Plusnet brands. Under Ofcom rules introduced...
Subscription revenue is sweet only when it sticks. Every churned account wipes out months of marketing spend, sales calls, and onboarding effort. Yet many SaaS companies still treat customer support as a back‑office chore rather than the loyalty engine it can become. The smartest brands flip that script by forming specialized support partnerships—alliances that give users quick, expert answers while letting internal teams focus on the product. When done right, these collaborations translate directly into...
Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey has blocked Chancellor Rachel Reeves from holding a proposed meeting with financial technology giant Revolut, in a move that underscores growing tensions between the Treasury and Britain’s financial regulators. The meeting, which would have brought together Revolut, the Treasury, and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)—the Bank of England division responsible for licensing banks—was intended to discuss Revolut’s long-delayed plans to launch full banking operations in the UK. However, it...
Shareholders of Wise have approved a controversial plan to shift the UK fintech’s primary listing from London to New York, while also granting co-founder and CEO Kristo Kaarmann another decade of enhanced voting rights—cementing his control of the £11 billion payments business despite owning just 18 per cent of its shares. The dual-class structure extension, which was opposed by Wise’s former chairman and co-founder Taavet Hinrikus, passed on Monday with 91 per cent of class...
Vodafone’s Annual General Meeting was disrupted today by a group of former franchisees demanding accountability over a £120 million legal claim against the company, as tensions over the long-running dispute escalated in public. The franchisees, who allege they were driven to financial ruin, homelessness, and in some cases suicidal despair, confronted Vodafone CEO Margherita Della Valle and Chairman Jean-François van Boxmeer, demanding answers and accusing the telecoms giant of continuing to ignore their plight. One...
Young shoppers are transforming the landscape of payment disputes, according to a new report from Chargebacks911, as mobile-first habits and expectations for instant service reshape how consumers resolve transaction issues. The 2025 Cardholder Dispute Index, based on responses from more than 1,200 consumers in the US and UK, reveals a sharp generational divide in dispute behaviour. Shoppers aged 18 to 44 are increasingly bypassing merchants altogether and heading straight to their bank or card issuer...
