Probability and statistics affect every aspect of our lives. After all, statistics is simply taking the probability of any given event and putting it down in plain black and white. This means that the lessons businesses can learn from casino odds can easily be applied to every element of your operations. Hedging your bets is useful for more than just managing your betting bankroll; it can be essential for ensuring your business remains profitable even...
Have you seen the infamous 1980s movie “Trading Places?” This film was critiqued by investors and stockbrokers for making the world of investing seem simple. However, it was more accurate than most people want to give it credit for, as investing doesn’t require insider knowledge (that’s actually against the law) or a financial degree. What it does require is having a clear framework, a whole lot of patience, discipline, and knowledge to avoid common traps....
Cryptocurrency has gone from a niche idea to a global tool for business. But behind the scenes, it still takes real work to make digital payments safe, fast, and reliable. Few companies have taken on that challenge with as much focus and discipline as ZixiPay. Founded in 2017 by a small team of engineers and early blockchain investors, ZixiPay has grown into a trusted name in crypto payment processing and business wallet technology. Their path...
Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest men, has stepped in with a $40.4bn personal guarantee to shore up Paramount Skydance’s $108bn takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery, escalating a high-stakes battle with Netflix for control of some of Hollywood’s most valuable franchises. Paramount Skydance, led by David Ellison, confirmed that Ellison would provide an “irrevocable personal guarantee” covering the equity financing element of the bid, as well as any potential damages claims. The move...
More than half of British businesses are struggling to expand their sales in Europe, with trade frictions worsening despite the UK-EU trade deal, according to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce. A survey by the BCC found that 54 per cent of exporters believe the Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA) has failed to help them increase sales in the UK’s largest overseas market, a rise of 13 percentage points compared with last year....
Denise Coates, the billionaire founder and chief executive of Bet365, received at least £280m in salary and dividends in the year to March 2025, despite a sharp fall in the company’s pre-tax profits. The Stoke-on-Trent-based gambling group reported turnover of £4bn for the year, up from £3.7bn in the previous 12 months. Pre-tax profits, however, fell to £349m from £627m a year earlier, reflecting a significant rise in costs as the business reshaped its global...
Former mineworkers and their families are celebrating a “historic” boost to their pensions after the government handed over a £2.3bn reserve fund, delivering increases worth up to £100 a week and backdated lump sums averaging £5,500. Members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme will see their pensions rise by 41% from Tuesday, following the transfer of the government’s share of the scheme’s surplus. The move brings long-awaited relief to tens of thousands of former...
Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver an early spring statement on 3 March, as the Treasury moves to restore confidence after a year in which prolonged tax speculation was blamed by businesses for weakening the UK economy. In announcing the date, the Treasury said the chancellor had formally asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare updated forecasts for the economy and the public finances. The move is intended to provide “stability and...
A business website is no longer just an online brochure. It is your sales platform, brand showcase, and first impression rolled into one. For local businesses competing in today’s digital landscape, professional website design and development is what separates growth from stagnation. A well-built site attracts the right visitors, builds trust quickly, and turns traffic into enquiries and sales. That is why more companies are investing in Website Design & Development Services in Dunstable that...
For any business leader, the priority is always growth, stability, and the welfare of their team. Protecting physical assets and ensuring a safe working environment are foundational to these goals. While locks and alarms have their place, the modern approach to business protection has evolved significantly. Today, a robust strategy relies on visibility and responsiveness. Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) has long been a staple of commercial property management, but its role has shifted from a passive...
