In News: Should Big Tech Be Doing More to Educate Small Businesses on Using AI?
In this week’s episode of Small Business Breakdown, our experts talk about whether Big Tech is doing enough to educate small business owners about the use of artificial intelligence.
AI can give any small business the ability to compete with the biggest companies but if they don’t have the knowledge of how to use it to its fullest, it’s not the help it could be. So, should Big Tech provide access to learning materials so that small businesses can better use AI?
Check out this week’s Small Business Breakdown for more…
And don’t forget to check out the rest of the week on small business topics in our roundup of small business news…
Amazon Expands Shopping Through Core and Multichannel Fulfillment with New Capabilities and Additional Products
Amazon today announced new enhancements to its direct-to-customer offerings, Shop with Prime and Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF), during its Merchant Acceleration conference. These enhancements are designed to help sellers grow their businesses on their websites and other sales channels beyond Amazon.com.
California Restaurant Owner Convicted of Tax and COVID-19 Fraud Schemes
A federal judge in San Diego has convicted Leronce Suel, a California restaurant owner, of multiple charges, including fraud, conspiracy, and tax crimes, for his role in schemes to defraud COVID-19 relief programs and file false tax returns.
Amazon Announces Return of Big Deal Days on October 8-9
Amazon has announced the return of Prime Big Deal Days, scheduled for October 8-9, giving Prime members exclusive access to millions of early holiday deals. It starts at 12:01 am
Gateway Funnel Pros Introduces Shopify Payment Processing Solution for High-Risk Merchants
Gateway Funnel Pros, a leader in providing alternative payment gateway solutions for businesses selling risky, regulated, or restricted products, has announced the launch of a new e-commerce payment processing system designed for Shopify merchants.
Navigating the Digital Landscape: The Importance of Digital Literacy in Education
In a recent episode of The Small Business Radio, I speak with Lisa O’Masta, CEO of Learning.com, about the important intersection of social media, educational technology, and digital experience. We discuss the pressing need for comprehensive information literacy education to prepare students for the challenges of the digital world.
Santander Consumer Expands Vehicle Financing for Small Businesses Nationwide
Santander Consumer has announced a significant expansion of its small business vehicle financing program, making it available to all car dealers in its territory.
Microsoft Unveils New Copilot Enhancements to Help Small Businesses
Microsoft today announced new updates to its Copilot AI assistant, aimed at helping small businesses streamline operations and innovate. With these latest enhancements, Microsoft is positioning Copilot as an essential tool for small businesses, helping them manage everything from data analysis to customer engagement more effectively.
Retailers Increase Focus on AI, Social Media, and Discounts As Gen Z Plans to Spend Big This Holiday Season.
Fiverr has released new research that shows retailers are intensifying their focus on AI, social media, and discounts as they prepare for the 2024 holiday season. The survey, conducted in partnership with Censuswide, surveyed more than 2,500 consumers and more than 2,500 small to medium business (SMB) leaders around the world.
IRS Extends Tax Deadlines for Louisiana Residents Affected by Tropical Storm Francine
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced today that individuals and businesses throughout the state of Louisiana affected by Tropical Storm Francine will receive tax relief. Those affected will have until February 3, 2025, to file federal tax returns and make payments.
Adobe Introduces New Features in Adobe Express, Aimed at Solopreneurs and SMBs
Adobe has announced a series of updates to Adobe Express, the company’s fastest and easiest content creation application. The new features are designed to help sole traders and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) create high-quality, branded content for marketing, HR, and sales, all while working seamlessly across key business teams and applications.
