Global payments platform Finablr posts 20 per cent earnings rise November 11, 2019 Global payments platform Finablr posted earnings of $182.3m (£142.2m) for the year to date this morning, up 22.1 per cent year on year. The company’s margin for the year to date was 15.6 per cent. Read more: Travelex-owner Finablr profit rise bolsters shares above float levels The group also announced a number of commercial partnerships [...]
New iPad 2019 review: A solid machine and an absolute steal at just £349 November 1, 2019 Almost a decade has passed since the release of the first generation iPad, a device that created an entire category of consumer tech and cemented Apple as the world’s hottest purveyor of shiny gadgetry. And looking at the latest entry-level iPad – the 7th generation, if you’re keeping score – you’d be forgiven for thinking [...]
Fitbit shares halted on reports of Google takeover bid October 28, 2019 Trading of shares in wearable device maker Fitbit was suspended today following a report that Google owner Alphabet has tabled a takeover bid. The Silicon Valley tech giant has held discussions with Fitbit, although there is no guarantee a deal will be secured, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter. It is unclear how [...]
Sorrell’s S4 Capital beefs up analytics division with double acquisition October 28, 2019 Sir Martin Sorrell’s S4 Capital today said it has beefed up its data analytics capabilities, unveiling the acquisition of two data companies. The digital marketing firm said it has bought London data firm Conversion Works and South Korean consultancy Datalicious Korea for an undisclosed sum. Read more: Sorrell’s S4 Capital buys Silicon Valley agency Firewood [...]
Real estate tech company Blueground launches in London October 23, 2019 Blueground, a startup providing tech-driven flexible apartment rentals, is launching in London and has raised $50m (£39m) in a funding round. The real estate tech firm offers Airbnb-style apartment rentals aimed at business travellers, offering rental lengths of one month or longer. Read more: Exclusive: Flexible office space firm Central Working falls into administration Blueground, [...]
Imposter syndrome is a big problem – here’s how to tackle it October 22, 2019 Ever been overwhelmed by self-doubt at work? Fearful of being exposed as a fraud, inadequate, or a failure – despite evidence proving the opposite? You are not alone. Many of us occasionally experience a feeling of being an imposter at work – downplaying our abilities with a sense that we’re not quite good enough. Starting [...]
Your chance to live on Wembley Way October 18, 2019 Football fans may have just found their perfect home in London. The newly-launched Alameda building, which comprises 340 apartments exclusively for rent, is located just off Olympic Way, which is better known as Wembley Way – the road trodden by supporters on the final approach to England’s home ground. You might think that being so [...]
Facebook suffers drop in brand value as consumer trust slides October 17, 2019 Facebook has suffered a second successive annual decline in its brand value as the social media firm faces a backlash over data use and its faltering move into digital currency. The Silicon Valley giant has dropped out of the top 10 rankings of the world’s most valuable brands, suffering a decline of almost 12 per [...]
Google unveils new Pixel 4 phone as it looks to take on Apple October 15, 2019 Google has unveiled its new series of Pixel phones with a host of upgraded features as the tech giant looks to challenge the dominance of rival Apple in the smartphone market. Read more: Google Safari lawsuit: iPhone users win appeal to seek £3bn in damages The new Pixel 4 phones, which come in two sizes, [...]
City Moves for 11 October – Who’s switching jobs at Leo Burnett, Badi and Refinitiv? October 11, 2019 Today’s City Moves includes Leo Burnett, Badi and Refinitiv Leo Burnett Advertising firm Leo Burnett’s London office has appointed Carly Avener as managing director. In her new role, Carly will be responsible for the day-to-day running and operations of the agency. She will be working with the company’s existing clients such as Iceland, McDonald’s, Betfair [...]