Category: urged
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Inquiry Urged By House Lawmakers Into Trump’s Crypto Ventures Amid Corruption Claims
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One Democratic lawmaker raised the alarm about what he described as “improper financial activities” associated with it President Donald TrumpEspecially regarding the recent launch of memecoins linked to him, First Lady Melania Trump, and her cryptocurrency project World Liberty Financial (WLFI). Concerns are growing about Trump’s financial dealings related to…
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UK employers urged to adopt fertility policies or risk losing talented staff
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Companies that fail to support employees undergoing fertility treatment risk high staff turnover and increased sick leave, according to the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). NHS figures show that one in seven couples now face fertility challenges, leading to calls for formal workplace policies that include flexible working hours, paid leave…
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Businesses urged to embrace automation over low-wage migrant labour
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The Conservative MP is calling for increased investment in technology to reduce reliance on low-paid migrant workers, highlighting automation as a way to boost efficiency and reduce net migration. Businesses should embrace more automation technologies rather than employ low-paid migrant workers, according to Conservative MP Chris Philp. Speaking on BBC…
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Britain’s biggest Rolex seller urged to move primary listing to US
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Watches of Switzerland, Britain’s biggest Rolex seller, is under pressure from activist investor Gatemore to abandon its main stock market listing in London and explore options in the United States. Gatemore, which recently acquired 1.9 million shares in the London-listed company, claims Watches of Switzerland’s share price has “significantly decoupled”…
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Britain’s biggest Rolex seller urged to move primary listing to US
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Watches of Switzerland, Britain’s biggest Rolex seller, is under pressure from activist investor Gatemore to abandon its main stock market listing in London and explore options in the United States. Gatemore, which recently acquired 1.9 million shares in the London-listed company, claims Watches of Switzerland’s share price has “significantly decoupled”…
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Innovate UK urged to shift focus from grants to strategic investments in tech firms
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Innovate UK’s incoming interim chief executive, Stella Pace, is being encouraged to transform the £1.1bn-a-year innovation agency into a more investment-focused body, according to Cambridge University-based entrepreneur Euan Kirk. Kirk, who also serves on the board of BAE Systems and heads Deeptech Labs in Cambridge, suggests Innovate UK should move…
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Innovate UK urged to shift focus from grants to strategic investments in tech firms
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Innovate UK’s incoming interim chief executive, Stella Pace, is being encouraged to transform the £1.1bn-a-year innovation agency into a more investment-focused body, according to Cambridge University-based entrepreneur Euan Kirk. Kirk, who also serves on the board of BAE Systems and heads Deeptech Labs in Cambridge, suggests Innovate UK should move…
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China Urged To Reevaluate Crypto Ban By Former Finance Official Amid US Policy Changes
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Amid growing debates surrounding the cryptocurrency regulation scene, a former senior official from China’s Ministry of Finance has urged the government to reconsider its strict ban on virtual assets. According to the South China Morning newspaper a reportZhou Guangyao, vice minister from 2010 to 2018, highlighted the importance of cryptocurrencies…
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China Urged To Reevaluate Crypto Ban By Former Finance Official Amid US Policy Changes
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Amid growing debates surrounding the cryptocurrency regulation scene, a former senior official from China’s Ministry of Finance has urged the government to reconsider its strict ban on virtual assets. According to the South China Morning newspaper a reportZhou Guangyao, vice minister from 2010 to 2018, highlighted the importance of cryptocurrencies…
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HMRC urged to standardise gift tax rules across all industries, including politicians
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HMRC must implement uniform gift tax regulations to ensure they apply equally to all taxpayers, including politicians, according to tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg. Robert Salter, the company’s director, called for greater clarity and consistency in taxing gifts, noting that while media figures and social influencers are taxed on…
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Ahead of today’s Congressional hearing on SEC oversight, Republicans urged Gensler to repeal SAB 121
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Republican lawmakers are pressing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to repeal a controversial rule for banks dealing with cryptocurrencies. Yesterday, September 23, a group of more than 40 members of Congress met sender A group of investors have signed letters to the heads of four major U.S. regulatory agencies,…
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Ahead of today’s Congressional hearing on SEC oversight, Republicans urged Gensler to repeal SAB 121
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Republican lawmakers are pressing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to repeal a controversial rule for banks dealing with cryptocurrencies. Yesterday, September 23, a group of more than 40 members of Congress met sender A group of investors have signed letters to the heads of four major U.S. regulatory agencies,…
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Cyclists urged to consider insurance to enhance safety, says Lloyd’s chief
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John Neal, chief executive of Lloyd’s of London, the world’s largest insurance market, says cyclists should consider taking out insurance to protect themselves and pedestrians. Neil’s comments come in response to a series of serious accidents involving cyclists, which have sparked renewed debate about the need for mandatory insurance. Neil…
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Taxpayers urged to heed HMRC’s simple tax assessments
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More than half a million taxpayers due to receive simple tax assessments from HMRC for the first time have been warned not to ignore them to avoid penalties and miss out on tax deductions, according to leading audit, tax and business advisory firm Blick Rothenberg. Robert Salter, a director at…