Bright Mountain Media Reports Modest Revenue Growth in Q2 2024 Amid Strategic Expansions
Bright Mountain Media, a leading global marketing service platform known for its digital publishing, advertising technology, and comprehensive media services, today announced its financial performance for the second quarter and the first half of 2024, ending on June 30. CEO Matt Drinkwater shared, “We’re pleased with a key amendment we entered into in the second […]
Wyoming Reporter Resigns After Using AI to Fabricate Quotes in News Articles
In a recent unsettling event within the journalism community, artificial intelligence was employed by a reporter from the Cody Enterprise to fabricate quotes and concoct stories, sparking significant ethical concerns. The issue came to light when CJ Baker, a seasoned reporter from the Powell Tribune, noted anomalies in the quotes and language used in articles […]
ClickFunnels and Zendrop Join Forces to Simplify E-commerce for Entrepreneurs
ClickFunnels, a notable player in the e-commerce business platform sector, has recently unveiled a strategic partnership with Zendrop, a recognized provider of premium dropshipping and fulfillment services. This collaboration is designed to streamline the process for entrepreneurs, particularly small business owners and solopreneurs, who often face the initial challenge of sourcing products for their online […]
Publishing.com Ranks #75 on Inc. 5000, Marking Second Year Among Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies
Publishing.com has once again secured a spot in the prestigious Inc. 5000 list, marking its position as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. For the second consecutive year, the company ranks in the Top 100, this year at an impressive #75. This ranking underscores Publishing.com’s robust growth trajectory and its influential presence in […]
California Considers New Tax on Digital Advertising, Small Businesses to Bear the Brunt
In California, a state already grappling with high operating costs and various urban challenges, small business owners face yet another potential hurdle. Senator Steve Glazer has introduced Senate Bill 1327, proposing a substantial tax on online advertisements, which could significantly impact the small business sector. This legislation proposes a 7.25 percent tax on digital ads […]
Small Business Optimism Rises to Highest Level Since Early 2022
In the latest update from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the Small Business Optimism Index grew by 2.2 points in July, marking its highest level since February 2022. This surge reflects a notably more positive outlook among small business owners, particularly regarding future economic conditions. A significant factor in this upturn is the […]
OpenAI Extends DALL-E 3 Image Creation Access to Free Tier Users
OpenAI has announced a new update for its DALL-E 3 model, allowing users of ChatGPT’s free tier to generate up to two images per day. Initially, when DALL-E 3 was launched in September, it was exclusive to subscribers of the ChatGPT Plus service. A significant enhancement in DALL-E 3 is its integration with ChatGPT to […]
Study Highlights Gaps in ChatGPT Usage for News Content Versus Creative Writing
A recent study by the Data Provenance Initiative, a consortium of independent and academic researchers focused on data transparency, has highlighted a significant mismatch between the training data of ChatGPT and its actual usage in real-world applications. The research examined over 14,000 web domains and found that although a substantial portion of ChatGPT’s training data […]
EchoSpoofing Scam Unveiled: Millions of Emails Mimic Major Brands Through Proofpoint Flaw
A sophisticated scam campaign has emerged, leveraging a misconfiguration in the email routing systems of the security firm Proofpoint. This has enabled a yet unidentified threat actor to dispatch millions of deceptive emails masquerading as communications from reputable corporations such as Best Buy, IBM, Nike, and Walt Disney. According to Nati Tal from Guardio Labs, […]
Info-Tech Research Group Unveils Blueprint to Prepare for AI Regulation
As the world increasingly relies on artificial intelligence (AI), the need for effective regulation grows urgent. Info-Tech Research Group’s recent publication, Prepare for AI Regulation, addresses the complexities of AI in the corporate sphere, particularly highlighting the challenges small businesses and solopreneurs face. The blueprint offers insights and practical advice for navigating the burgeoning landscape […]