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Everything Your Webmaster Needs To Know About The GDPR Compliance Regulations — 18 May 2018, 13:18 CET

Each time new industry regulations roll out, you’re responsible for maintaining compliance across all aspects of your business. This involves connecting with employees in each department to update policies and retrain where necessary. Compliance also applies to your business presence on the internet.

Know the different types of trading in Forex — 18 May 2018, 13:12 CET

There are many traders in this industry and you will do a mistake if you try to follow their trading style. Every trader has their own trading style and if you are new to currency trading, you should know what the different trading types of this market are. This article will give you a brief idea of some of the popular trading styles.

Why Legacy Data Systems Are Inadequate Under GDPR — 18 May 2018, 12:51 CET

Before the widespread adoption of cloud-based data management systems, most companies relied on in-house processes, either privately developed or using closed software. These systems were sufficient to the time, but for those businesses still relying on legacy data systems, the time has come to make a change.

Ways to Supplement a Single Income — 17 May 2018, 18:33 CET

With interest rates at near record lows and the squeeze on consumer finances always posing a risk, more people than ever are looking for ways in which to supplement their income source(s). This may be necessary due to an expanding family, unexpected financial emergencies or just one’s wages not going quite far enough.

Potential post-Brexit implications for UK's waste policy — 17 May 2018, 15:27 CET

The UK's decision to leave the EU has sparked not only a great deal of controversy, but also economic, political and social uncertainty with regard to the country’s post-Brexit policies. Sustainable waste management remains a crucial topic of discussion that officials have not addressed yet, but that could countermand 40 years of recycling efforts.

Committed to consumers leading a healthy life — 16 May 2018, 20:43 CET

Unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity play a significant role in European consumers’ health and well-being. In 2014, half of EU adults (52 %) were considered overweight, and 1 in 6 clinically obese.

Brexit Causes Gold Sales To Boom In UK — 15 May 2018, 15:30 CET

Sales of gold bars and coins are currently booming in the UK, as British investors look for traditionally safe forms of investment during an uncertain Brexit.

R&D Tax Incentive Continues to Encourage Innovation in the Business Sector — 10 May 2018, 15:26 CET

Innovation in the business sector is further encouraged by the UK government's Research and Development tax relief schemes. It is widely inclusive and offers generous tax incentives to a big range of businesses. Research and development tax credits are no longer just for laboratories and scientists.

Innovation and trends in the online casino business — 10 May 2018, 13:44 CET

The online gambling industry is always changing and evolving in order to best fit the needs of every online player. If you compare the early stages of Microgaming online casinos to some of the most reputable operators in the industry today you will see that they’ve come a long way.

Microfinance and Its Impact in the European Union — 09 May 2018, 12:39 CET

The microfinance industry in Europe has been booming. There is a strong network of European microfinance institutions from various countries across the continent. The main purpose of microfinance is to help those who are currently struggling financially to keep up. Apart from having financial problems, these people also end up becoming excluded socially.

How to Keep Your Employees Happy — 08 May 2018, 14:24 CET

During challenging political and economic periods, businesses come under severe pressure to maintain the status quo. They must learn to adapt to the shifting marketplace to meet customer and client’s expectations to ensure that they remain competitive within their industry, but they also need to pay attention to and value their human capital - their greatest assets.

Top European Domain Extensions (And Why Choosing the Right One Is So Important) — 07 May 2018, 16:15 CET

When most people think of a website domain, their mind automatically goes to the .com extension. This only makes sense as this extension is the most popular top-level domain used around the world today.

The Crypto Market is Attracting Investment Banks — 05 May 2018, 23:42 CET

Cryptocurrency prices have been trading under pressure as the volume that traders experienced at the end of 2017 has evaporated. The surge in Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ripple and Ethereum allowed volume to surge, but the consolidation and decline during the past 4-months has taken the volume out of the market.

Businesses Unable to Recruit as Visa Limit is Breached for Sixth Consecutive Month — 04 May 2018, 20:54 CET

UK businesses who are attempting to recruit workers from overseas have found themselves struggling recently.

A debt-free man: how to do it — 03 May 2018, 15:49 CET

 

EU Urges Global Cryptocurrency Regulation Development — 02 May 2018, 14:23 CET

Valdis Dombrovskis, EU Commissioner for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union, made an official statement declaring that broader regulatory regimes have to be developed in regards with cryptocurrencies. The statement came with a threat that the EU will take actions in the event that global consensus does not appear in relation to how to address decentralized currencies.

An Overview of the Latest Gambling Laws around the World — 02 May 2018, 14:10 CET

There is an interesting aspect about the different gambling laws seen around the world: they can vary greatly, and what's notable is that about half of the world's population is actually banned from gambling, especially when it comes to online casinos. On the other hand, there are over 60 countries which offer online gambling, and in these countries, this form of gambling is fully licensed.

The Emerging E-Commerce Sector within the European Union — 02 May 2018, 13:17 CET

The B2C e-commerce turnover in Europe is set to grow at a rate of 14 percent per year, concludes the most recent European Ecommerce Report.

How to Stay on Top of Your Finances as an Entrepreneur — 01 May 2018, 16:44 CET

Today's entrepreneur is different than at any time in the past. As more and more professionals branch out on their own taking their business ideas to a global marketplace, it is necessary to work and compete in a market that is as big as the planet ? and that's pretty big!

Marketing techniques for your new business — 26 April 2018, 17:55 CET

Starting your own business is a brilliant way for you to take control of your life. Instead of relying on someone else to pay your wage and control your workload, you will have the opportunity to take matters into your own hands.

Freelancing: How Pragmatic Empathy Can Add Value for You, Your Clients and Their Customers — 26 April 2018, 17:48 CET

As a freelancer you must ensure that you understand your clientfs needs. This extends beyond simply meeting the requirements of a particular project brief, especially if your desire is to establish a long-term, mutually beneficial, working partnership.

"Fake news" strategy needs to be based on real evidence, not assumptions — 26 April 2018, 15:43 CET

Today, 26 April 2018, the European Commission adopted a Communication on "tackling online disinformation". European Digital Rights (EDRi), the Civil Liberties Union for Europe (Liberties), and Access Now will jointly respond by issuing a joint shadow report in the coming weeks.

Platforms proposal strikes the right balance for retailers — 26 April 2018, 13:26 CET

EuroCommerce Director-General Christian Verschueren commented on the release today of the European Commission draft regulation on standards for transparent business relations between platforms and their business users:

How to make your email marketing ready for GDPR — 25 April 2018, 17:55 CET

New EU regulations will be coming into force in the UK on May 25th 2018 that will impact the way in which privacy laws are currently regulated, potentially having a dramatic effect on businesses and websites, and particularly email marketing campaigns.

Why Part Time Study Can Benefit Almost Any Career — 23 April 2018, 20:25 CET

Thanks to online education, it is now possible for people to study all kinds of subjects from the comfort of their own homes and gain a new qualification around their current job.