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Saltwater presents flooded homeowners with added challenge after blizzard

International Finance DeskJanuary 27, 2016

by International Finance DeskJanuary 27, 2016

This has left many exposed to electrical dangers January 27, 2016: A powerful weekend blizzard that brought unprecedented flooding to southern New Jersey has soaked homes in brackish saltwater, leaving many families exposed to electrical dangers, including fire. Residential energy company AP Gas & Electric LLC urges homeowners to exercise care when dealing with saltwater floods, as...

The revolution of Fintech

International Finance DeskJanuary 19, 2016

by International Finance DeskJanuary 19, 2016

Sir Roger Gifford states his expectations for the City of London in 2016 January 19, 2016: The importance of Fintech to London can perhaps be seen most clearly through the 44,000 plus people who are employed in the sector — that’s more than Silicon Valley (11,000) or even New York (43,000). The growth in firms...

Bolero appoints Daniel Cotti as new chairman

International Finance DeskJanuary 19, 2016

by International Finance DeskJanuary 19, 2016

Experienced former banking executive replaces Bolero veteran Nicholas Barber who becomes Deputy Chairman 19th January 2016: Trade finance specialist Bolero International has appointed former JP Morgan executive Daniel Cotti as its new chairman, with effect from 1st February. Cotti will replace Nicholas Barber CBE, who joined the company in 1999 and will move from his...

HNIs’ top 3 financial resolutions for 2016

International Finance DeskJanuary 5, 2016

by International Finance DeskJanuary 5, 2016

To build funds for retirement emerges as the top priority January 5, 2016: High net worth individuals’ top three financial resolutions for 2016 are to build funds for their retirement, to more regularly review their investment portfolios, and to save more to leave for their loved ones in their wills, reveals a poll by one...

2015 IFM Awards presented to winners in London

International Finance DeskDecember 8, 2015

by International Finance DeskDecember 8, 2015

The presentation ceremony took place in The Landmark London Hotel on November 27 IFM Correspondent December 8, 2015: The International Finance Magazine 2015 Awards were presented to the winners at a glittering ceremony in London on November 27. Trophies and certificates were handed over to the winners at a gala dinner hosted at The Landmark...

A new challenge begins

International Finance DeskNovember 26, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 26, 2015

Mosaic helping pupils ‘Make It Happen’ with the Enterprise Challenge 2016 Jonathan Freeman November 26, 2015: As Managing Director of social mobility charity Mosaic, I have the pleasure of seeing at first-hand the positive impact of the work that we carry out in underprivileged areas. I’m proud of all of our programmes — in primary...

Alternative financing to hit $34 billion mark in 2015

International Finance DeskNovember 18, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 18, 2015

Could surpass venture capital and angel investing David Drake November 18, 2015: Alternative financing emerged following the 2008 global financial crisis. Two of these alternative financing mechanisms are peer-to-peer or P2P lending and crowdfunding where funds are raised online. The growth of alternative financing has been consistent since its introduction, raising $2.7 billion in 2012...

Robots leading workout sessions

International Finance DeskNovember 5, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 5, 2015

Robocoach offers personalised exercise routines for seniors in Singapore Suparna Goswami Bhattacharya November 5, 2015: Ever thought how it would be if a robot becomes your gym trainer? Well, this is how the elderly in Singapore are keeping themselves fit, for they are getting trained by a robot. In its quest to be a Smart Nation...

Second chance

International Finance DeskOctober 14, 2015

by International Finance DeskOctober 14, 2015

Our mentors have worked with over 200 inmates in 10 prisons since our programme began in 2007 Jonathan Freeman October 14, 2015: Some of the more interesting speeches made during the Conservative Party conference in Manchester recently went largely unreported. One such speech was that given by Justice Secretary, Michael Gove who spoke in length...

Al Ansari Exchange hands over AED 1 million to winner of Summer Promotion 2015

International Finance DeskOctober 5, 2015

by International Finance DeskOctober 5, 2015

Al Ansari Exchange ‘millionaire’ fulfills his dreams after 20 years of work in UAE October 5, 2015 – In line with its commitment to making a positive change in the lives of its customers, Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide money transfer company, presented the Grand Prize of AED 1 million to...