In a decisive victory, Sir Keir Starmer has become the UK’s next prime minister after Labour secured a majority in last week’s general election. This significant shift in the pol… Read More
Business confidence in the UK has reached its highest level in two years, according to a recent survey by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). The Busines… Read More
Recent research from the Resolution Foundation, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, sheds new light on the UK’s economic performance over the past decade, revealing a complex pictur… Read More
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that UK inflation held steady at 2% in June, aligning with the Bank of England’s (BoE) target rate. This marks the… Read More
Inflation has hit the Bank of England’s (BoE) target for the first time in almost three years, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s economic recovery. According to the Off… Read More
The second charge mortgage market is experiencing a significant resurgence, with new business volumes increasing by 36% in April 2024. This robust growth marks a notable recovery from th… Read More
Latest figures from Ofgem reveal a troubling rise in energy debt levels, which have now reached a record-breaking £3.1 billion. The data also indicates that 6.1 million households… Read More
A new study by Uswitch reveals a significant shift in how young people in the UK view credit cards, with nearly one-third (31%) of young individuals labeling them as potential debt traps… Read More
Consumer credit borrowing saw a significant increase in May 2024, according to the latest data from the Bank of England. The annual growth rate for consumer credit rose to 8.3 percent, w… Read More
In an unexpected turn, card spending in the UK fell last month for the first time in more than three years, according to the latest analysis by Barclays. The data revealed a -0.6% year-on-ye… Read More
The latest data from the Bank of England indicates that lenders anticipate an increase in mortgage default rates in the coming months. This prediction follows a rise in default rates on home… Read More
A recent study by Juniper Research has revealed a concerning trend: the number of fraudulent banking and money transfer transactions in the UK is expected to surge by 111% over the next… Read More
The UK’s housing market faces a concerning trend as the proportion of mortgage balances in arrears has risen to levels not seen since 2014, according to recent data from the Bank o… Read More
In the face of ongoing economic pressures, the latest data from UK Finance reveals that credit card spending is on the rise. The report highlights a 0.8% year-on-year increase in total credi… Read More
Gold prices have been on an upward trajectory for over two decades, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. In 2023, total gold demand hit a record high, and 2024 is forecast to be ano… Read More
Around three million households in the UK are set to see their mortgage payments increase over the next two years, according to the Bank of England’s latest Financial Stability Rep… Read More
The dynamics of the UK mortgage market are rapidly changing, as evidenced by new data from Moneyfacts which reveals that the average ‘shelf-life’ of a mortgage offer has sign… Read More
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that average private rent costs rose by 8.6% in the 12 months leading to June 2024. While this marks a slight decrease f… Read More
Despite high mortgage rates, the UK housing market saw a rise in average house prices in June 2024. According to Nationwide, the annual rate of growth increased from 1.3% in May to 1.5%… Read More
In a modest rebound from earlier in the year, total retail sales in the UK grew by 0.7% year-on-year in May, according to the latest research from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). This g… Read More
The latest data from UK Finance for April 2024 reveals a significant trend in the financial habits of UK consumers. Outstanding balances on credit card accounts have grown by 8.3% over the t… Read More
The pound reached a one-year high against the dollar on Wednesday, buoyed by UK inflation figures that slightly exceeded expectations, clocking in at 2% for June. This latest consumer price… Read More
The latest figures from the Insolvency Service indicate a positive trend for businesses in England and Wales, with a 6% decrease in business insolvencies in May 2024 compared to the previous… Read More
High interest rates and unaffordable deposits are preventing many Europeans from buying their first home, while rising rents add further pressure on non-homeowners. Research by Adevinta… Read More
Recent data from the Bank of England reveals that April saw a significant uptick in mortgage borrowing, with individuals securing a net of £2.4 billion. This surge represents the h… Read More
As the UK wrestles with economic pressures, new data sourced from millions of Barclays current accounts reveals a significant uptick in spending on rent and mortgages, climbing by 6.3% y… Read More
Confidence among British businesses saw a decline in June, falling from an eight-year high, according to the latest analysis by Lloyds Banking Group. The Business Barometer, which measur… Read More
A new report from Royal London reveals that surging costs in housing, energy, food, and childcare since February 2023 have significantly strained family finances, with average expenses f… Read More
As the school summer holidays approach, new research from StepChange Debt Charity reveals that almost one in three households (29%), or approximately 15.5 million people, expect their sp… Read More
The Money Charity’s latest statistics for June 2024 offer a comprehensive look at the current financial landscape in the UK. From personal debt levels to housing costs and financia… Read More
The growth in disposable incomes in the UK has slowed significantly over the past 14 years, largely due to a series of economic shocks, including the financial crisis, the pandemic, and… Read More
In a significant uptick, the UK’s consumer finance sector experienced a 9% growth in new business in April 2024 compared to the same month in 2023, according to the latest data fro… Read More
In a surprising turn of events, the UK economy grew faster than anticipated in May, expanding by 0.4% following zero growth in April, according to the latest data from the Office for Nat… Read More
The cost of living pressures are easing for some households due to lower inflation and strong wage growth, yet for many, high house prices and mortgage rates are exacerbating affordabili… Read More
Recent findings from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) paint a stark picture of the UK’s economic landscape over the past 15 years, revealing a significant stagnation in incom… Read More
The latest forecast from the EY ITEM Club presents a mixed yet hopeful outlook for the UK economy. While consumer spending is anticipated to see solid growth, tight fiscal policies could tem… Read More
A new study by Rightmove, the UK’s largest property website, reveals a staggering increase in mortgage payments for first-time buyers since the last election year of 2019. The aver… Read More
The latest figures from the Insolvency Service for England & Wales reveal a positive shift in personal insolvency trends, with a 4% decline in May 2024 compared to the previous month. A… Read More
The Bank of England has opted to hold the base rate at 5.25%, marking the seventh consecutive meeting where the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has chosen not to adjust interest rates. This… Read More
Exit Planning Process. Whether it’s a sale to private equity or a family succession plan, our experience has been that it often takes years to successfully plan a business exit. Withou… Read More
New research from the Money Advice Trust, the charity behind National Debtline and Business Debtline, has unveiled a stark reality: 6.8 million UK adults, or 13 percent of the population, ar… Read More
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that the UK’s GDP growth remained flat between March and April, showing no month-on-month growth followin… Read More
New figures released by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) reveal that consumer finance new business grew by 9% in April 2024 compared with the same month in 2023. This growth m… Read More
In a significant shift, the Bank of England’s latest Money and Credit data for April 2024 reveals that net consumer credit borrowing in the UK has halved, plummeting from £1… Read More
The latest figures from the Insolvency Service for England and Wales have revealed a concerning trend: personal insolvency numbers increased by 11% in June 2024, reaching a total of 10,395 c… Read More
Consumer confidence in the UK has experienced a subdued increase, according to the latest figures from GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index. The index rose by one point to minus 13 in July… Read More
According to a recent report by Barclays, consumer card spending growth in the UK has slowed to its weakest pace in over three years. The findings indicate that despite a decline in infl… Read More
The latest figures from UK Finance indicate a robust start to 2024 for business lending from high street banks. In the first quarter (Q1) of the year, lending to small and medium-sized e… Read More
The dream of a comfortable retirement is becoming increasingly elusive for many in the UK, with recent research from Scottish Widows highlighting a significant gap between desired retirement… Read More
Consumer confidence in the UK has seen a sustained increase for the third consecutive month, according to the latest survey by GfK. The Consumer Confidence Index climbed by three points in J… Read More
High interest rates are posing a significant concern for business owners in the UK, with 53% considering them a threat to their operations. This sentiment is part of a broader landscape of m… Read More
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has recently updated its GDP growth forecasts for the UK, reflecting a more optimistic outlook as the economy shows signs of robust recovery… Read More
On Thursday, July 4th, UK voters will participate in a pivotal general election, with Labour expected to secure a strong parliamentary majority given its current lead in the polls. While thi… Read More
According to the latest report from Barclays, consumer card spending growth in the UK has slowed to a three-year low, reflecting a complex interplay of economic factors that continue to… Read More
In a recent study by TransUnion, it was found that nearly one in five consumers are leveraging their credit scores to better manage credit usage and achieve their goal of paying down debts… Read More
New research from Premium Credit reveals a significant rise in the number of businesses and individuals utilizing credit to cover their tax bills. This trend underscores a growing reliance o… Read More
The asset finance industry in the UK experienced a substantial surge in April 2024, with new business growing by 31% compared to April 2023, according to the latest data from the Finance… Read More
You’re finally ready to buy a home. Congrats! But in order to make that dream a reality, you’ll have to take out a mortgage first. And when it comes to mortgages, there are plent… Read More
Casa, a leading provider of Bitcoin self-custody services, has announced an integration with YubiKeys, enabling users to secure their Bitcoin vaults with Yubikeys.
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The Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville continues today with a packed schedule of high-profile keynotes and discussions on the future of Bitcoin.
Following yesterday's industry-focused sess… Read More
In this video, we talk to Laura Wilson at Moving Intelligence about caravan and motorhome tracking devices.
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MicroBT, a leading innovator in the Bitcoin mining industry, unveiled its latest WhatsMiner M6XS+ series during the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, TN. The new series, featuring air-co… Read More
As Americans head to the polls this fall, their decision regarding who will lead our country will also determine the fate of crypto here in the United States, and our security, prosperity, a… Read More
MARA (NASDAQ: MARA), a leader in leveraging digital asset compute for energy transformation, has purchased $100 million worth of Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to over 20,000 BTC, acco… Read More
Ego Death Capital, a venture capital fund focused on investing in Bitcoin technology startups, has announced the successful first close of its $100 million second fund.
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Have you ever wondered why the Bank of Canada decides to adjust interest rates? It doesn’t just flip a coin (although it may seem like it sometimes). There are various factors at play… Read More
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Alby is officially launching the waitlist for their new product, Alby Hub. The Hub is a one-click install Lightning Node application that aims to make self-custodial Lightning use as painles… Read More
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Luxury sports car manufacturer Ferrari announced it will expand the ability to pay with Bitcoin and crypto to its European dealerships starting this month. The move comes after Ferrari first… Read More
Proton, the Swiss technology company that creates privacy-preserving online tools like ProtonMail and ProtonVPN, is launching Proton Wallet, a self-custody Bitcoin wallet.
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SunnySide Digital (SunnySide) and Cryptech Solutions (Cryptech), two wholesale distributors and service providers for digital asset mining and HPC data center equipment, have joined forces t… Read More
Metaplanet Inc., a Japanese public company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has announced a partnership with Hoseki, a global leader in Bitcoin verification solutions, to launch a Bitcoin… Read More
Conservatives vowed to bring sound money policy to Washington in 2025, but the battle for your financial freedom is closer to home than you would expect. States pioneered this effort, and sh… Read More
BlackRock's spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), saw a massive inflow of $526 million on Monday. This marked the largest single day of inflows for the E… Read More
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The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is poised to make history tomorrow with the launch of Asia's first inverse Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF).
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