It’s been almost two years since small businesses started getting their hands on productive AI technology. And a lot has changed in that time. But two years into this era, if you will, what has really changed? And has AI really changed small business?
Our panel of small business experts discuss this and other hot topics in this week’s episode of Small Business Breakthrough.
Small Business News Roundup – Oct. 18, 2024
Here are some of this week’s headlines that are most important to small business owners, single people, and more…
TikTok Unveils New Performance Advertising Solutions to Help Brands Drive Business Results
TikTok has launched new performance advertising solutions aimed at helping brands achieve tangible business results. As TikTok continues to grow with over 1 billion users worldwide, these new tools focus on automation, improved measurement capabilities, and improved privacy technologies to support advertisers. “TikTok is building the future.
From Living in Foster Homes to Making Your Own Fortune
I am always amazed at the resilience of people in their lives and in their companies. In this week’s episode of The Small Business Radio I spoke with an executive who has an amazing story, When he was 3 years old, Ed Hajim was kidnapped by his father, driven across the country, and told his mother that he was dead.
Snapchat Launches Sponsored Snaps and Promoted Sites for Advertisers
Snapchat has announced the launch of two new advertising spaces: Sponsored Snaps and Promoted Places. These new features are being introduced with launch partners Disney, McDonald’s, and Taco Bell, and are designed to help businesses engage with the Snapchat community in new, innovative ways.
Connecticut Fisherman Sentenced to Prison for Evading Taxes on $1.2M in Income
A Connecticut man was sentenced today to one year and one day in prison for evading federal income taxes on more than $1.2 million he earned from fishing profits in Massachusetts. According to court documents and statements made in court, Brian Kobus, of Durham, Connecticut, worked as a commercial fisherman and deckhand for various fishing companies.
SBA Ends Funding for New Disaster Loans, Urges Applications to Continue as Agency Waits for More Funding
The US Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that it has exhausted the funds available for its disaster loan program due to the high demand for financial assistance following Hurricane Helene. As a result, the SBA is temporarily suspending new loan offerings for low-interest, long-term disaster loans until Congress appropriates more money.
Dropbox Launches Dash for Business
Dropbox announced the launch of Dash for Business, an AI-powered global search tool designed to help teams efficiently search, organize, share, and secure content across connected apps. Dash for Business provides businesses of all sizes with advanced content access control, streamlining their data management and security capabilities across platforms.
Apple Introduces New iPad Mini with A17 Pro Chip and Apple Intelligence
Apple today introduced the new iPad mini, with a powerful A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. Designed for portability and performance, the new iPad mini offers users a versatile experience with a stunning 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display and all-day battery life.
DHL Express Announces 2025 Price Adjustments for US Customers
Small businesses and entrepreneurs who use DHL Express to ship packages can expect to pay less for that service early next year. DHL Express has announced a 5.9% standard shipping price increase for US account holders, effective January 1, 2025. In addition to the price adjustment, a limited number of additional services and fees will also be changed.
Venmo Launches New Feature for Scheduling Payments and Requests
Venmo recently announced the launch of a highly anticipated feature that allows users to schedule both one-time and recurring payments or requests. This new functionality is designed to make it easier to manage common expenses such as rent, utilities, or other recurring payments between friends and family.
Square Report Reveals Changing Coffee Habits
New data from Square highlights significant changes in the coffee drinking habits of Americans and Canadians.
Xero Survey Finds Share of US Small Businesses Struggling with Financial Challenges Due to Lack of Financial Knowledge
A recent survey by small business cloud-based platform Xero reveals that a large number of US small business owners are facing financial difficulties due to a lack of financial knowledge.
Instagram Launches ‘Best Practices’ Hub to Help Creators Grow and Improve Content
Instagram recently announced the launch of Best Practices, a new education center designed to provide creators with the tools and knowledge they need to improve their content, expand their reach, and achieve their goals on the platform.
AAA Reports Gas Prices Rising Slightly As Hurricane Milton Causes Regional Disruption
The national average for a gallon of gasoline rose two cents last week to $3.21, according to the latest data from AAA. This slight increase is due to the effects of back-to-back hurricanes, with large areas of the country experiencing infrastructure damage, road flooding, and power outages from Hurricane Helene and now Storm Milton.
Amazon’s Biggest Shopping Days Are Becoming the Biggest October Shopping Event Ever
Amazon has announced that its 2024 Prime Big Deal Days is the company’s largest October shopping event in history. Events like Prime Big Deal Days can be a boon for small businesses selling on Amazon. They also serve as an opportunity for small businesses on a tight budget to get great deals on new technology and supplies.
