The UK Fintech sector is booming but facing a recruitment challenge

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As an entrepreneur and venture capitalist investor, I have a strong interest in the UK Fintech sector. Levels of investment in the sector remain high, despite ongoing Brexit uncertainty. Research shows an increase in investment, but also cites concerns regarding recruitment of specialist talent. Here’s my take on some interesting new research from EY in […]

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What could a no deal Brexit mean for investors?

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At the time of writing, the UK Parliament is prorogued, and won’t sit again until 14 October 2019. With the deadline for leaving the EU set at 31 October 2019, this gives Prime Minister Boris Johnson just a few weeks to finalise a course of action. The Prime Minister has been vocal in his support […]

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Fintech investment reaches record levels for UK SMEs

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With the UK’s Fintech sector continuing to draw record-levels of investment, the future is bright. Despite challenges brought on by Brexit uncertainty, Fintech looks set to weather the storm and continue to grow. This cements its importance to the UK’s economy, and gives grounds for optimism during increasingly fraught times. Record level of Fintech investment […]

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Why it is the time for crypto and blockchain

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For investors and entrepreneurs interested in cryptocurrency and blockchain, right now could be the best time to jump. Around two or three years ago, I remember the most popular topic of conversation among investors and entrepreneurs was cryptocurrency. We all watched while Bitcoin soared in value, and the market expanded exponentially. Since Bitcoin arrived in […]

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Frederick Achom on the likelihood and consequences of a no-deal Brexit

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The country is currently waiting with bated breath to see who the new Prime Minister will be, following Theresa May’s resignation for failing to agree Brexit terms with the European Union. As the business community waits to see what will happen, it’s still unclear how close we could be to a no-deal Brexit, and the […]

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Frederick Achom on what makes a Fintech start-up successful

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What makes the difference between a Fintech start-up that crashes and burns and one that is successful? If you have the idea, the talent and the tech to move into the Fintech space with your start-up, you need to beat the odds. Stats show just one in ten start-up companies makes it. It’s always easier […]

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UK Fintech industry to play major part post-Brexit

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The UK’s burgeoning Fintech industry is likely to play a large part in helping the country retain its status post-Brexit. Despite the uncertainty surrounding exactly what leaving the European Union will mean for the UK on a long-term basis, moves are underway to bolster Fintech as a likely saviour.

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