Author: Rhys Gregory

The world is changing dramatically. Now it is all about information and digitalization. We have lived with Web 2.0 for over a decade now, it all started with social media and web-based applications. But the future looks brighter than ever, because Blockchain Technology is the next step for web software and despite Betwinner App does not support it at the moment, we may see that in one of the updates. This is going to change everything in terms of usability, personal data security and interactions with users from all over the world. This is going to be the world of…

Beauty products and pampering treats are just one of the areas the UK public are spending more, despite the cost-of-living crisis. In fact, Online Betting Guide’s (OLBG) Discretionary Spend Index has recently discovered that Brits are increasing their spend on hairdressing, beauty and cosmetics from around £120 in the past couple of years, to nearly £150 in 2022. According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS) and OLBG’s Index, discretionary spend is expenditure on: “Goods or services which could be considered “optional” purchases, such as takeaway meals, alcohol and holidays. “Spending on these goods and services may be more responsive…

The most glamorous party in town has arrived at the New Theatre in Cardiff and you are all invited to attend. Those familiar with the production’s name The Great Gatsby, probably know it from the 2013 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire. However, the story of Nick Carraway looking to make it big in the city stretches much further back and is based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel. Set in 1920s New York, Nick Carraway moves in next door to mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby in West Egg, Long Island. Nick’s cousin, Daisy, lives across the bay in…

The management buyout of Rhondda Cynon Taf-based firm Printing Components has safeguarded 20 jobs, with the help of a finance package from HSBC UK. The company will continue to operate from its Aberdare hub after being purchased by local entrepreneurs, Lisa Cook and Gareth Arlow, who also own Cwmbran-based business Just Rollers. The duo, who have enjoyed a 25-year working relationship with Printing Components, agreed to purchase the organisation after its existing owners made plans to retire. Established in 2009 by Paul Davies and Dr Meirion Rees, Printing Components provides engineering services to the printing, agriculture and machinery sectors, including…

A “magical” secret forest in the middle of one of Europe’s biggest industrial parks is being opened up to the public. The ancient six-acre woodland belongs to the eco-friendly Jones Village Bakery and is located next door to their new 140,000 sq ft super bakery on Wrexham Industrial Estate. They have created a nature trail and installed benches where people can go for a walk and relax during their lunch hour or their morning break. As well as being an amenity for their own staff, the family firm are keen for workers from other companies on the estate to enjoy…

After eight weeks of being petted, photographed and enjoyed by thousands, the 40 large ‘A Dog’s Trail’ Snoopy sculptures that have brightened the streets, shopping centres and parks of Cardiff, Caerphilly and Porthcawl are ready to find their forever homes. Having enjoyed a final farewell to the dog lovers of South Wales with all the sculptures on show at Cardiff City Hall Lawn from 17th-19th June, Snoopy fans from far and wide will be able to bid to have the chance of owning one of the one-off sculptures, and raise money for Dogs Trust. Becca Morris, Dogs Trust Special Events…

Ministry of Furniture has officially moved into a new, much larger, headquarters as the business seeks more space and room for further expansion, including the creation of new jobs, as it reaps the rewards of the investments it has made in the business in recent years. The company has moved into new premises in Milland Road Industrial Estate, Neath, known locally as the Metal Box Factory, an iconic and historic building. It has taken almost 8,000 sq ft of space over two floors initially, on long-term lease from Neath Port Talbot Council, which will be used for offices and a…

Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) has today announced a £1.6 million, five-year investment in FinTech Wales, the independent not for profit membership association and champion of the FinTech and Financial Services industry in Wales. The investment, which will be spread over a five-year partnership between CCR and FinTech Wales, will see the two organisations work closely together to deliver on CCR’s ambition to help establish Wales as a leading FinTech sector in the UK. As part of its overall strategy, CCR has previously set out its “Competitive Clusters” goal, which is focused on investing in the development of competitive, innovation-led ecosystems…

A walk in memory of charity fundraiser Alun Roberts, known to some of his friends as Pinky, has raised £550 for Lingen Davies Cancer Fund. Alun’s daughter Sara and his school friend, Duncan Foulkes, organised the 3.6-mile Pinky’s Walk on May 28 to support the charity that was very close to his heart. Twenty-seven people, some travelling from Shropshire and Aberystwyth, turned out for the circular walk from Gregynog Hall, Tregynon to the nearby hamlet of Bwlchyffridd to raise £242 on the day. A JustGiving page raised another £308. Alun, who lived in Llanfair Caereinion, lost his brave battle against…

Four Aberystwyth University students are being given the opportunity to attend one of the world’s leading film festivals. Sam Aitken, Tom Bow, Molly Clarke and Tayjib Kerstan were successful in a Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies competition to win a four-day visit to New York’s Tribeca Festival which takes place from 8-19 June 2022. The trip is funded by generous contributions to the Aber Fund, the giving programme for alumni, parents, staff and friends of the University to support projects that directly enrich student experience and development. The students will receive return flights and accommodation in New York,…