Vice President Kamala Harris Proposes Tenfold Increase in Small Business Tax Credit to Spur Entrepreneurship
Vice President Kamala Harris, now the Democratic presidential nominee, announced a series of policy initiatives on Wednesday aimed at bolstering small business creation across the United States. Speaking from Throwback Brewery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Harris outlined her vision to significantly enhance support for startups and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for existing businesses. One of the […]
Major Publishers and Authors Sue Florida Over Book Bans in Schools
In a significant legal move, six leading publishers and the Authors Guild, alongside renowned authors such as Julia Alvarez, Laurie Halse Anderson, John Green, Jodi Picoult, and Angie Thomas, have partnered with students and parents to initiate a federal lawsuit in Orlando, Florida. The litigation challenges specific sections of Florida’s H.B. 1069, asserting that the […]
The Debate Over Microphone Access for Marketing Purposes Intensifies
In a recent revelation that has caused ripples across the digital landscape, a presentation by Cox Media Group (CMG) has brought to light practices of ‘Active Listening’ through devices’ microphones to tailor advertisements. According to slides from a business presentation obtained by 404 News, CMG claims to enhance ad targeting by combining “voice-data with behavioural […]
Sky News Climbs to Third in UK’s Largest News Websites
In July’s dynamic media landscape, Sky News saw a significant leap in its digital audience, rising to third place in Press Gazette’s ranking of the UK’s largest news websites. The network experienced a 10% month-on-month increase and a 22% growth from the previous year, reaching 22.7 million viewers. It now ranks behind the multifaceted BBC […]
UNIPaaS Partners with American Express to Enhance Invoice Payments for Small Businesses
UNIPaaS, a Payment-as-a-Service provider, has teamed up with American Express to offer a new invoice payment solution tailored for small businesses. Announced on Tuesday, the partnership allows these businesses to offer their customers the option to settle invoices using American Express Cards directly through the UNIPaaS platform. The collaboration is set to transform how small […]
Texas Small Businesses Face Uphill Battle Against Fake Online Reviews
Texas small businesses are grappling with a surge in fake online reviews, a phenomenon that undermines trust and stifles growth. These deceptive practices, which range from falsified testimonials to erroneous negative feedback, have become a significant hurdle for businesses reliant on digital reputations to attract new clientele. Among those affected is Avi Israeli, a dentist […]
California Implements Tax Changes Impacting Small Businesses and Solopreneurs
In a significant legislative update, California has passed a new law that directly affects the financial landscape for small business owners and solopreneurs within the state. Starting January 1, 2024, net operating loss (NOL) deductions will be suspended for taxpayers recording over $1 million in net income. This suspension, slated to last until January 1, […]
Snapchat Revives Bitstrips with New 3D Bitmoji Stories in Nostalgic Update
Snapchat is diving into its nostalgic bag of tricks with a slew of new features that seem aimed at stirring up a bit of the past for today’s social media aficionados. Among these, the company is making a play for the hearts of those who fondly remember Bitstrips, the once viral comic-strip creator that saw […]
Facebook’s Zuckerberg Reveals Biden Administration Pressured Facebook on COVID-19 Content
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has recently spoken out against what he describes as attempts by senior Biden administration officials to influence Facebook’s content moderation practices, particularly concerning COVID-19. In a candid letter to Rep. Jim Jordan, the Republican chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Zuckerberg claimed that the administration pushed Facebook to remove “certain COVID-19 […]
OuterBox Expands Reach in B2B Sector with Strategic Acquisition of TopSpot
WILsquare Capital, a private equity firm based in St. Louis, announced the completion of a significant acquisition by its portfolio company, OuterBox, LLC. OuterBox has acquired TopSpot, a distinguished performance marketing agency known for its expertise in the B2B and industrial sectors. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Jeff Allen, CEO of […]