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Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits
Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance. Jun 3, 2026, 7:04 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The future of asset management is shifting on-chain, but the transition is exposing a major structural conflict over traditional corporate revenue. Speaking
Big tech is ‘terrified’ of AI agents wiping out ad revenue, says Billions Network CEO
Evin McMullen’s view on AI agents disrupting Google’s and Facebook’s business model was previously shared by Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson and Cloudflare CSO Stephanie Cohen. Jun 3, 2026, 6:51 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The legacy financial and digital frameworks propping up the current internet architecture face an imminent, existential crisis. Evin McMullen
What Responsibilities Come With Sole Proprietorship for Self-Employed Individuals?
As a sole proprietor, you take on significant responsibilities that impact your business and personal finances. You’ll need to maintain precise financial records, file taxes using Schedule C, and guarantee compliance with local regulations. Moreover, you’re personally liable for any business debts, which underscores the importance of liability insurance. Securing the right licenses and permits
Builder fined for dumping asbestos in public car park
A builder has been fined after admitting he dumped asbestos in a public car park. Ashley Ciminera had been replacing the roof of Harvst at Teifi Warehouse in Cardigan, Wales, in June 2023 when the material was discarded. “He dumped fragmented and broken corrugated asbestos roofing sheets into a car park that had open public
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Builder sentenced over unlicensed asbestos removal
A builder has been sentenced to perform community service after pleading guilty to carrying out unlicensed asbestos removal work during a house renovation. Despite being warned by the customer that asbestos was potentially present in the fascia boards, builder Gavin Mutch proceeded to remove the asbestos-containing materials, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said. The
Modular builder bullish despite plummeting profit
Artist's impression of Merit's factory expansion Offsite specialist Merit Holdings has insisted its future is “tremendously exciting” despite a huge drop in pre-tax profit in its latest full-year results. Pre-tax profit at the Northumberland-based firm plunged by 72 per cent from £8.4m to £2.3m in the 12 months to 30 June 2024. Its turnover fell
Custom feed builder Graze is building a business on Bluesky, and investors are paying attention
A startup called Graze, which lets you build your own feeds for the Bluesky social network, has caught investors’ attention. In addition to offering tools to easily build, customize, publish, and manage Bluesky feeds, Graze will soon allow feed creators to monetize their efforts with advertising, sponsored posts, and subscriptions. In other words, Graze has
Builder fined £175,000 after worker’s brain trauma
The site of the accident A London-based subcontractor has been fined £175,000 after a worker’s serious head injuries saw him hospitalised for seven months. The accident took place in March 2019 during concrete-pumping work at a domestic property in north London carried out by Singh Will Mix It. A concrete-pump operator, who was not qualified
Modular hut builder bought out of administration
A Scottish firm building luxury modular huts has been bought two months after entering administration. Armadilla Limited, based in Bonnyrigg near Edinburgh, was sold to Hoffbauer Holding Limited on 23 February. The administrators have not stated an amount for the deal, which includes all of the business’s assets, including the Armadilla name, design rights and
Sunderland builder takes over Tolent’s Teeside operations
A Sunderland contractor is taking over Tolent’s Teesside operations, re-employing up to 150 former Tolent staff. Brims Construction could see its headcount more than double after agreeing to take over projects with Tolent’s Teesside clients. Tolent was a Gateshead-based contractor that had an annual turnover of £200m before collapsing last week. Brims, a 16-year-old company
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Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits
Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance. Jun 3, 2026, 7:04 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The future of asset management is shifting on-chain, but the transition is exposing a major structural conflict over traditional corporate revenue. Speaking
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Big tech is ‘terrified’ of AI agents wiping out ad revenue, says Billions Network CEO
Evin McMullen’s view on AI agents disrupting Google’s and Facebook’s business model was previously shared by Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson and Cloudflare CSO Stephanie Cohen. Jun 3, 2026, 6:51 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The legacy financial and digital frameworks propping up the current internet architecture face an imminent, existential crisis. Evin McMullen
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What Responsibilities Come With Sole Proprietorship for Self-Employed Individuals?
As a sole proprietor, you take on significant responsibilities that impact your business and personal finances. You’ll need to maintain precise financial records, file taxes using Schedule C, and guarantee compliance with local regulations. Moreover, you’re personally liable for any business debts, which underscores the importance of liability insurance. Securing the right licenses and permits
Blockchain
Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 marks shift from Web3 potential to real-world deployment
Homepage > News > Business > Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 marks shift from Web3 potential to real-world deployment MANILA, Philippines — The next phase of the digital economy will not be announced after the fact—it will take shape in real time at Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) 2026. From June 19 to 21 at the SMX
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Top 7 Cloud Accounting Software Options for Small Businesses
If you’re a small business owner, choosing the right cloud accounting software can greatly impact your financial management. There are several top contenders available, each with distinct features that cater to various needs and budgets. QuickBooks Online stands out for its user-friendly interface, whereas Wave offers a free option for solo entrepreneurs. As you evaluate