Snapchat Expands Opportunities for AR Creators with Challenge Tags and Discounts

Snapchat has announced new initiatives to support its global community of over 375,000 augmented reality (AR) creators and developers. The updates include a new monetization feature called Challenge Tags, as well as educational pricing and a student discount for...

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Rabbit Launches New Logo Design Services

Rabbit has introduced a new lineup of tailored logo design packages aimed at businesses of all sizes. The company combines creativity and strategy to help brands develop distinctive visual identities that resonate with their audiences. Rabbit’s origins trace back to...

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OpenAI Introduces Operator: An AI Agent for Automated Browser-Based Tasks

OpenAI has launched Operator, an AI-powered agent capable of using its own browser to perform a variety of tasks for users. Operator, available as a research preview to Pro users in the United States, represents a step forward in...

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70% of Consumers Report Emotional Influence by AI Shopping Assistants, Study Reveals

New data from Chadix highlights the growing impact of AI shopping assistants on consumer emotions, revealing that 70% of respondents feel emotionally manipulated by these tools. The study, which surveyed 3,500 U.S. consumers, underscores the emotional triggers driving purchasing...

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Gas Prices Inch Up Despite Lower Demand and Rising Stocks

Gasoline prices in the U.S. increased by three cents this week, with the national average reaching $3.13 per gallon, according to AAA. The modest rise comes despite lower oil costs, declining gasoline demand, and growing domestic gasoline stocks. AAA spokesperson...

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Small Businesses Back Reintroduction of Main Street Tax Certainty Act

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced strong support for the reintroduction of the Main Street Tax Certainty Act, legislation designed to make the 20% Small Business Deduction permanent. The measure, reintroduced by Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT)...

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Small Biz Breakdown: What Influence Will Tech Billionaires Have on Trump in Second Term?

Our Small Biz Breakdown crew returns this week and they’re talking about technology, specifically AI, and its impact on small business owners in America. The discussion was prompted by the presence of several tech billionaires at the inauguration of President...

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BullBag Launches Nationwide Franchise Opportunities

BullBag, a leading provider of reusable dumpster bags, has announced the launch of franchise opportunities across the United States. Founded by Paul DiSpazio, an experienced entrepreneur in the waste management industry, BullBag is offering motivated entrepreneurs the chance to...

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Fairfax City Economic Development Launches $25,000 Marketing Grant Program for Small Businesses

Fairfax City Economic Development (FCED) has announced a new funding initiative, the Fairfax City Business Marketing Grant, aimed at supporting local businesses by providing financial assistance for professional marketing services. With a total fund of $25,000, the program will...

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Can Insecurity Be Your Secret Weapon in Entrepreneurship?

Most entrepreneurs see insecurity as a bad thing. They tell themselves that they have to be overly confident in everything they do. But what if insecurity actually feeds success? On The Small Business Radio Show this week, I talked to...

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