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Alternatives | 16 Jan 18
DeVere launches cryptocurrency app as Bitcoin hits 6-week low
Global independent financial advice firm deVere Group has added a cryptocurrency app to its suite of products to meet “soaring global demand”, despite lingering concerns about the viability and legitimacy of digital currencies.
FCA probes 109 firms connected to British Steel pensions
The Financial Conduct Authority has contacted 109 firms connected to British Steel Pension Scheme (BSPS) transfers and requested further information from 66 of them, the regulator has confirmed.
EU eyes UK offshore financial centres in Brexit talks – report
The European Union will “go after” the UK crown dependencies and overseas territories which were left off its recent tax haven blacklist, according to a UK newspaper.
Best Practice | 15 Jan 18
Next gen clients hungry for financial knowledge – study
Next generation clients believe if they had learnt financial planning skills at school they would have a better life, according to a Money Advice Service report which highlights the key challenges this segment is facing.
Best Practice | 15 Jan 18
Carillion collapse puts even more scrutiny on DB schemes
Carillion’s imminent liquidation and £587m (€660m, $805m) pension shortfall has put increased pressure on the UK Government to tackle the sustainability of defined benefit (DB) schemes in an up-coming white paper, according to an Old Mutual Wealth pensions expert.