Business News Round Up (23/05/19)


University of Strathclyde’s strategy to create a fintech ecosystem

The University of Strathclyde has released its strategy to create a ‘Strategic Fintech’ ecosystem.

https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/university-of-strathclyde-s-strategy-to-create-a-fintech-ecosystem-1-4931114

£4m funding will help technology consultants with buy and build strategy

InTec Business Solutions, a Manchester based technology consultancy, has received a £4 million loan from BOOST&CO to accelerate its growth and finance future acquisitions.

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/business/business-news/4m-funding-help-technology-consultants-16314369

VeriCall to deliver 200 jobs to Fife with Scottish Enterprise Support

VeriCall has received a £1 million Regional Assistance grant from Scottish Enterprise to establish a Contact Centre in Kirkcaldy, estimated to create 209 living wage jobs from 2019 – 2021.

https://directorsclub.news/2019/05/22/vericall-to-deliver-200-jobs-to-fife-with-scottish-enterprise-support/

MSIF Chief Executive stands down

Business loan and equity provider, MSIF, has announced the departure of its chief executive. The board is taking the opportunity to review its strategic direction and the structure of its senior management team following the departure.

https://www.insidermedia.com/insider/northwest/msif-chief-executive-stands-down