Author: Rhys Gregory

Large crypto investors rarely use regular public crypto exchanges. When orders become big enough to hit the entire market, experienced investors tend to use a more discreet route to buy and sell digital assets — over‑the‑counter (OTC) crypto trading. Instead of broadcasting large trades on a public exchange where thousands of traders can see them and react accordingly, investors use an OTC crypto trading platform that ensures privacy. OTC trading means direct exchange of assets between the parties with no middlemen, like a crypto exchange. This approach is suitable for funds, high-net-worth individuals, and institutions that aim to minimize price…

Less than three weeks into Brian Schwartz’s tenure as chief executive officer, HIG Capital announced the sale of Celerion Holdings, a contract research organization it has owned since late 2022. The buyer is THL Partners. No purchase price was disclosed. Schwartz was named CEO on April 7, succeeding co-founder Sami Mnaymneh, who moved to executive chairman alongside fellow co-founder Tony Tamer. The Celerion transaction, announced April 22, marks one of the first portfolio exits under his watch — though the deal was almost certainly in process before the leadership change took effect. What Celerion Does and Why HIG Capital Bought…

Phillips Wellbeing co-founder Wayne Phillips will take on the London Marathon this weekend, to raise funds for Velindre Cancer Centre, a cause that has been close to his heart for more than a decade. Wayne, who has been an ambassador for Velindre for the past 13 years, will join thousands of runners to complete the 26.2-mile challenge, combining personal determination with a commitment to supporting cancer research, treatment and patient care in Wales. Velindre Cancer Centre is widely recognised for its pioneering research and development, including work on treatments that help prevent the spread of aggressive cancers. Its work continues…

South Wales Police have urged motorists to avoid part of the A48 in Cardiff following an ongoing incident. Officers are currently at the scene on the A48 near Llanedeyrn, with disruption affecting the off slip towards Llanedeyrn on Eastern Avenue. Drivers are being asked to avoid the area and find alternative routes where possible, as delays are expected while emergency services deal with the situation. In a statement, South Wales Police said: “We’re at the scene of an incident on the A48 Llanederyn, Cardiff. Please avoid the off slip from the A48 towards Llanedyrn Eastern Avenue, Cardiff. Please avoid the…

A popular Cornish bakery brand has officially opened its first ever Welsh location this week, bringing a new food and drink destination to the heart of North Wales. Cornish Bakery launched its brand new site in Betws-y-Coed on Tuesday 21 April, marking a major milestone for the independent business as it expands into Wales for the first time. The new bakery, located within part of the village’s distinctive railway building on Station Approach, has been transformed into a modern, design-led space while retaining many of its original features. The opening was celebrated with help from the Betws-y-Coed Ukulele Club, adding…

BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing has announced that former IBF featherweight world champion Lee “Lightning” Selby will make his bare knuckle debut on Saturday, 27th June 2026 at the Vindico Arena in Cardiff. The event, titled Carnage in Cardiff (BKB 55), marks the Welsh star’s explosive return to combat sports in the raw, no-gloves format of the Trigon. The former world champion brings lightning-fast hands, and championship pedigree to bare knuckle as he looks to launch a new chapter and chase BKB world title glory on home soil. Lee Selby, known as “Lightning”, enjoyed a decorated gloved boxing career. He held…

All entries into the 2026 Barry Island 10K are now sold out with just three weeks to go until race day. The sold-out event will incorporate the Welsh music and culture festival, Gŵyl Fach y Fro, which is extending across the Saturday and the Sunday for the first time. Organised by Menter Iaith Bro Morgannwg, the festival will feature food and craft stalls, children’s activities, and live performances from leading Welsh artists and local talent. On race day there will also be literary workshops, sessions for new Welsh speakers as well as art activities for children. While entries into the 10K race have…

Business confidence in Wales improved in Q1 2026 but has remained in negative territory as the Iran War dampened optimism, a survey of chartered accountants published today has found. ICAEW’s Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) for Q1 2026 put sentiment at -3.7 on the index, an increase on the previous reading of -7.8 but below the national average. Although confidence increased during the survey period, it declined in the final weeks of the survey following the conflict in the Middle East. The Iran war has led to higher fuel prices and a rise in global uncertainty, presenting a significant risk to…

Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, has launched a new manifesto setting out the case for trees and woodland as essential infrastructure for a healthier, fairer and more resilient Wales. Published ahead of the next Senedd term, Rooted Together calls on the next Welsh Government to place trees and woods at the heart of decision-making on public health, planning, farming, climate resilience and the economy. The manifesto sets out how investment in trees can help tackle some of the biggest challenges facing Wales; from pressure on public services and widening inequality, to flooding, farm resilience, green jobs and long-term…

North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Andy Dunbobbin, North Wales Police and the North Wales Police and Community Trust (PACT) are delighted to announce that 20 local community projects have secured funding through the Your Community, Your Choice 2026 initiative. Following a public vote, the successful projects will receive a share of £60,000 to help bring to life plans that reduce crime, tackle anti-social behaviour, and strengthen community safety across North Wales. In total, 34 projects were shortlisted by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner in partnership with North Wales Police and PACT, with the final winners…