#small-businesses

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#ai-adoption
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

How Katerina Andreeva Helps Small Businesses Adopt AI With Clarity | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

How Katerina Andreeva Helps Small Businesses Adopt AI With Clarity | HackerNoon

#tariffs
NYC politics
frombrooklyneagle.com
4 months ago

Rep. Velazquez: Tariffs are nothing more than a tax hike on hardworking families'

Nydia M. Velazquez criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful tax hikes on families and businesses.
Tariffs will disproportionately impact lower-income families and homeownership.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Chinatown shop owners warn Trump's China tariffs could force closures: The community cannot afford it' | amNewYork

The Trump administration's tariffs are severely impacting small Asian American businesses in Chinatown, making survival increasingly difficult.
Board games
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Tabletop teams near panic as Trump tariffs could kill decades of growth

Trump's new tariffs on foreign goods, exceeding 60%, threaten the tabletop gaming industry with potential job losses and higher prices.
Tariffs may devastate small gaming businesses reliant on overseas production.
NYC politics
frombrooklyneagle.com
4 months ago

Rep. Velazquez: Tariffs are nothing more than a tax hike on hardworking families'

Nydia M. Velazquez criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful tax hikes on families and businesses.
Tariffs will disproportionately impact lower-income families and homeownership.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Chinatown shop owners warn Trump's China tariffs could force closures: The community cannot afford it' | amNewYork

The Trump administration's tariffs are severely impacting small Asian American businesses in Chinatown, making survival increasingly difficult.
Board games
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Tabletop teams near panic as Trump tariffs could kill decades of growth

Trump's new tariffs on foreign goods, exceeding 60%, threaten the tabletop gaming industry with potential job losses and higher prices.
Tariffs may devastate small gaming businesses reliant on overseas production.
#economic-outlook
#cannabis-industry
NYC startup
fromstupiddope.com
2 months ago

Silly Nice Named One of New York's Top Weed Brands in Latest OCM Report | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

New York's cannabis market is rapidly expanding, highlighting the importance of small businesses like Silly Nice.
NYC startup
fromstupiddope.com
2 months ago

Silly Nice Named One of New York's Top Weed Brands in Latest OCM Report | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

New York's cannabis market is rapidly expanding, highlighting the importance of small businesses like Silly Nice.
#music-licensing
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

More and more German companies declare insolvency

The number of business insolvencies filed in Germany increased by 2.4 percent in June compared to the previous year, according to data released by Germany's statistical office (Destatis).
Germany news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Beyond payments: How QR codes are reshaping everyday spending in 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

According to a recent Juniper Research report, global spending via QR code payments is projected to exceed $8 trillion by 2029 - a huge leap that shows how this simple tool is becoming a vital part of everyday life.
E-Commerce
#cybersecurity
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
fromZDNET
3 months ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
fromZDNET
3 months ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Haze of confusion in Thailand as government flips on cannabis law

The new government rules imposed in June have re-criminalised cannabis for recreational use, creating chaos within Thailand's $1 billion cannabis industry and forcing shops to scramble for compliance.
Cannabis
fromIT Pro
1 week ago

Small businesses are 'flying blind' on carbon emissions and struggling to meet sustainability goals - and the blame lies with big tech vendors

"Without clear, trustworthy emissions data from tech providers, SMEs are flying blind, and that puts them at real risk. With the right transparency and backing, these businesses can become an even greater force for sustainable change than they already are."
Environment
#local-economy
NYC food
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.
SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.
from48 hills
2 months ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

NYC food
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.
SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.
from48 hills
2 months ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

#uk-economy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Prime Day could top $21bn globally and 1.9bn in the UK, but is that entirely good news? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Bank of America calculates Prime Day could bring in over $21.4bn in GMV, which is roughly a 60% gain year-over-year.
E-Commerce
#economic-challenges
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Smaller firms escape Companies House rule change as government pauses 'burdensome' filing reform

Although supporters of the reform argue that removing the exemption is essential for combating fraud and improving data quality on the Companies House register, critics in the business community reveal that such changes would impose extensive additional costs and regulatory burdens on smaller firms.
UK news
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Zohran Mamdani's video explaining his victory is a perfect example of the strategy that helped him win

The candidate explained how his campaign sought out Trump voters, reached out to election-abstainers, and crafted a message for citizens who felt ignored by politicians.
NYC politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Labour warned pension reforms risks higher prices, fewer jobs and slower growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Prospective pension reforms could see small firms raise prices, cut jobs or slash profits; the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has warned.
US politics
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

THC Is Not Alcohol: Why Cannabis Needs Its Own Rules, Not Liquor Laws | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Understanding the Tennessee Shift reveals how the cannabis industry could be thrown into confusion and regulatory suffocation by applying archaic alcohol laws.
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Dear President Trump: America Needs Cannabis Reform and Safe Banking-Now | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

It's essential for cannabis businesses to have access to banking services to ensure safety, transparency, and growth. The delay in federal policy is a failure of leadership.
Cannabis
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores - Bronx Times

The Bodega Act of 2025 aims to improve safety for NYC bodegas by providing grants for security upgrades.
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores - Bronx Times

The Bodega Act of 2025 aims to improve safety for NYC bodegas by providing grants for security upgrades.
#economic-impact
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

LA Small Businesses Struggling Amidst Immigration Enforcement | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

LA Small Businesses Struggling Amidst Immigration Enforcement | KQED

fromSearch Engine Roundtable
4 weeks ago

Google Ads New Conversion Setup

Google Ads has introduced a refreshed interface for conversion actions, making the setup process simpler and more intuitive, especially beneficial for new advertisers.
Marketing tech
#san-jose
#e-commerce
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Amazon raises a red flag on a key business

Retailers, particularly smaller shops, face challenges amid corporate consolidation and rising online shopping trends.
Amazon's significant growth underscores the need for strategic improvements in cost structure and margins.
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Amazon raises a red flag on a key business

Retailers, particularly smaller shops, face challenges amid corporate consolidation and rising online shopping trends.
Amazon's significant growth underscores the need for strategic improvements in cost structure and margins.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Santa Clara may add parking fees to city-owned lots - San Jose Spotlight

When I came to City Council, we had a budget deficit, and of course, given that it was COVID, we had run down our reserve from 25% to 15%.
San Francisco
Food & drink
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Is this Dorset's most underrated food destination?

Wimborne Minster is emerging as a busy foodie destination, boasting a rich selection of local restaurants and cafés.
#digital-marketing
#finance
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

UK and EU must seize the moment with reset - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The meeting aimed to press for a trade reset as businesses across the UK and EU seek to ease complexities surrounding exports, especially food and plant products.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Tish James proves yet AGAIN she only cares about her own brand, not the little guy

The FAIR Business Practices Act may lead to more lawsuits against small businesses under vague definitions of unlawful conduct.
Marketing tech
fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago

Pinterest's Inclusion Fund Returns for a Fifth Year to Support Creators and Small Businesses - Lindsey Gamble

Pinterest has expanded its Inclusion Fund to support diverse creators and small businesses.
The program offers financial and educational resources to foster inclusivity.
Startup companies
fromTearsheet
2 months ago

While no one was looking, Intuit has built a fintech empire - Tearsheet

Intuit is quietly transforming into a full-spectrum financial operating system through strategic acquisitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

HMRC under fire for taking more than four months to process tax refunds

HM Revenue and Customs is facing criticism for taking over four months to process tax refunds, a process that previously took weeks.
UK politics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

32 Travel Products That Will Get So Many Admiring Looks At The Airport And On The Plane

"Airplane Pockets is a small business that specializes in sanitary, portable travel organization products, transforming airplane travel into a more organized and enjoyable experience."
Gadgets
#new-york
NYC startup
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Cannabis Inversion is Undermining New York's Legal Market-Here's Why It Must Be Stopped | stupidDOPE

Cannabis inversion undermines New York's legal cannabis market, threatening small businesses and farmers who strive for fairness and compliance.
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago
NYC startup

Silly Nice Recognized Among New York's Top Cannabis Brands in New OCM Market Report | stupidDOPE

NYC startup
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Cannabis Inversion is Undermining New York's Legal Market-Here's Why It Must Be Stopped | stupidDOPE

Cannabis inversion undermines New York's legal cannabis market, threatening small businesses and farmers who strive for fairness and compliance.
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago
NYC startup

Silly Nice Recognized Among New York's Top Cannabis Brands in New OCM Market Report | stupidDOPE

Toronto startup
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

K-Town Commercial and Office Space / Steven Fong Architect

K-Town proposes an architectural model enhancing the viability of small businesses in diasporic communities.
The design aims to revitalize unused space to support economic stability.
Books
fromVulture
2 months ago

'It's Cynical, Manipulative, and Cruel'

Amazon's book sale coincides with Independent Bookstore Day, raising concerns over its impact on independent bookstores.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
3 months ago

A Combination Vintage Boutique, Used Bookstore, and Plant Shop Is Now Open in Takoma Park

"It was striking to me how similar our vision was," says Keiner. "When I talked to Agnes, I was like, 'Wouldn't it be great if we could have a first floor boutique, and it could be really integrated, plants and books?' And then I would talk to Heather and we would have the same conversation: 'Wouldn't it be great if we could do the vintage and the books?'".
Toronto startup
fromComputerworld
3 months ago

How to keep SMBs open for business - even when the power goes out

Downtime that freezes retail businesses exacts a hefty toll, with an average loss of about $100 every hour for a store with $250,000 annual revenue.
Online marketing
East Bay food
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Everything you should eat at this stunning new Bay Area food hall

West Oakland's new Prescott Market opens, featuring seven food vendors, revitalizing the community despite challenges.
A strong local community supported the development of Prescott Market.
Board games
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Steve Jackson Games says tariffs are a 'seismic shift' for board games

The 54% tariff on imports from China will significantly raise prices in the board game industry.
#innovation
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago

Salary sacrifice enquiries 'has gone parabolic since the Autumn Budget' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Salary sacrifice enquiries have gone parabolic since the Autumn Budget. We've been rushed off our feet running clinics, webinars and workshops.
Startup companies
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Legal costs rise but not payouts if insurance claims go to litigation, data shows

The report highlights that the path of litigation costs claimants significantly more, with expenses being up to 25 times higher without offering additional benefits.
Privacy professionals
Startup companies
fromFast Company
3 months ago

The future of benefits is hiding where you might not expect it

Small businesses are increasingly focusing on employee retirement benefits, recognizing their importance in attracting and retaining talent.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Bakergoodchild launches new SaaS platform to support SMEs

Despite concerns that automation could lead to job losses, innovations like frankk. are demonstrating that efficiency doesn't have to come at the expense of workers.
Marketing tech
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

36 Products Perfect For Anyone Planning A Cottagecore Spring

I love the way the light looks and the many colors, but honestly I love the flexibility of the neck. I can manipulate it to fit the function of what I am doing. I have used it as reading light and mood light by the bed. I had no problem reading my book at night. I have used it as a task light to do arts and crafts. More recently, I have used it at work and it now has a permanent spot at my desk. The light was a great value for the money for me.
Food & drink
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Powering Small Businesses Across New York * Brooklyn Paper

National Grid supports small businesses in New York, promoting energy efficiency and cost reduction through specific programs.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Milpitas allocates $200,000 to help micro businesses

Milpitas has allocated $200,000 to support local microenterprises, providing $5,000 to each of 40 eligible businesses to alleviate economic challenges.
European startups
fromBikeMag
4 months ago

Bike Shop Owner Vents Frustrations While Riding in Utah

It has been a brutal couple of years to own a bicycle shop... the industry we operate in seems to be doing whatever it can to kill the smaller independent bike retailers.
Bicycling
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