“Buy Now, Pay Later” Services Subject to Consumer Protection Rules

“Buy now, pay later” services are popular among consumers and can help small businesses make more sales. Now, a recent rule issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau offers more protections for consumers who use these services and, thus,...

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Adobe Faces Lawsuit Over Hidden Fees and Subscription Cancellation Issues

The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have initiated a civil enforcement action against Adobe Inc. and two of its executives. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges that...

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NY Woman Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Vaccine Fraud Scheme

A New York woman has pleaded guilty to charges related to a COVID-19 vaccine fraud scheme. Kathleen Breault, 66, of Cambridge, admitted to destroying over 2,600 COVID-19 vaccines and issuing an equivalent number of fraudulent vaccination record cards. Breault,...

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SF Mayoral Candidate Wants to Be Called “Small Business Owner” Despite $100 Million Firm

San Francisco mayoral candidate Mark Farrell wants to be described as a “small business owner” on the upcoming ballot. However, he runs a $100 million venture capital firm. This revelation comes as Farrell recently filed his paperwork to officially run...

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Small Business Owners Advocate in D.C. for Key Tax and Reporting Changes

Small business owners from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) annual Fly-In event on Capitol Hill. This event brings together small business advocates to discuss critical issues directly with lawmakers....

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iPadOS 18: New Calculator, Handwriting Tools, and Apple Intelligence

Apple has unveiled iPadOS 18, introducing a range of new features designed to improve the iPad experience. These updates include a new Calculator app with Math Notes, advanced handwriting tools in Notes, and more customization options for the Home...

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TikTok Unveils Symphony Digital Avatars and AI Dubbing

TikTok has launched Symphony Digital Avatars, AI Dubbing for global translations, and Symphony Collective at TikTok World 2024. These new tools look to help creators and brands produce content that stands out on TikTok. Symphony’s suite of AI-powered solutions...

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Apple Unveils watchOS 11 with Vitals App and Training Load Measurement

Apple has introduced watchOS 11, bringing new features to Apple Watch users. This update builds on existing sensor technology, algorithms, and a science-based approach to offer users a better understanding of their health and fitness. With the new Vitals app,...

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SBA Announces $30 Million Grant Funding for Women’s Business Centers

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced $30 million in grant funding for Women’s Business Centers (WBCs). This initiative aims to expand the WBC network, support the opening of a WBC in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and provide...

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Why People are the Hardest (and Most Rewarding) Part of Small Business

The hard truth is that at the core of every thriving business are its people. But managing and leading people are also the hardest part of the business; quite honestly one of the top reasons entrepreneurs sell their companies...

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