AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDigital Disruption: Microsoft’s Outlook outage hit users in 74 countries, leaving businesses without key services for more than half a day. The company blamed overloaded infrastructure, not malicious activity, underscoring the risks of relying on a single provider. Pay and Compliance: UK employers must prepare for April 2027 minimum-wage increases; accountancy experts warn salaried workers could fall below the new legal rates if pay is not checked. Fintech Growth: Cyprus says attracting company registrations is no longer enough: it wants fintech firms to create local jobs, build expertise and invest. SME Finance: Italy’s defence SMEs face rising demand but often lack the capital and management systems to scale, Tekne’s new CEO says. EU Rules: Small firms may face added costs under the proposed Digital Fairness Act, while a recent UK report warns closer alignment with EU rules could bring substantial compliance demands. Business Conditions: A rate rise to 4% is adding pressure on small UK firms, while a new Dutch government programme aims to help Bangladeshi SMEs prepare for export markets.
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