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Equity crowdfunding has made becoming a beneficial shareholder easier – and more democratic – than ever. But does that mean it’s a worthwhile alternative investment? We asked four people from across the sector to share their insights
• The platform founder: Luke Lang, Chief M...
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By Imogen Rowland on
14 September 2020
Having moved to Jersey from South Africa just before travel and work restrictions were introduced earlier this year, occupational therapist, best-selling baby-and-parenting author and serial entrepreneur Meg Faure found her move stress-free – and believes that in Jersey she has found a platfor...
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By Locate Jersey on
11 September 2020
Powered by rapid technological developments and ease of accessibility, esports is moving from the bedroom to the mainstream – complete with large-scale events, professional players and opportunities for investors who want in on the game
It is a Tuesday evening in Jersey and something quietly ...
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By Len Williams on
10 September 2020
As the Channel Islands enter the fifth month of lockdown in a less restrictive environment, there are cautious notes of optimism about the resilience of both islands in how they have coped with the pandemic, says Ed Shorrock, Director, Compliance and Regulatory Consulting, at Duff & Phelps (Chan...
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By Duff & Phelps on
8 September 2020
As a lawyer plying her trade with some of the Channel Islands’ best-known law firms, the ‘bright lights and excitement of running businesses’ lured Farah Ballands into the trust sector. Now, Ocorian’s acquisition of Estera has seen her become Group CEO of one of the biggest p...
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By Jon Watkins on
7 September 2020
BDO is encouraging its member firms around the world to #Rethink and harness key lessons that emerged from operating during a pandemic. As Guernsey exited lockdown in June, BDO Guernsey’s board put the important lessons it had learnt into action to progress its corporate culture. Chapter one i...
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By BDO on
4 September 2020
As the financial services sector – and the world around it – continues to feel the aftershocks of the pandemic, smart organisations are no longer viewing culture as a tick-box exercise but as imperative to their survival in the new normal. So how do these forward-thinkers measure it?
Te...
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By Alexa Robertson on
3 September 2020
Long seen as the next big threat to traditional financial services businesses, fintech – along with an increasing demand for more nimble, convenient services – might now be the enabler they are all looking for
Investment in fintech is breaking all records. According to industry title Fi...
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By James Tall on
1 September 2020
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