Salesforce, the leading name in customer relationship management (CRM) technology, has made a significant move to strengthen its marketing offerings by announcing it will acquire Braze, a prominent customer engagement platform. This $5.66 billion agreement is poised to reshape...

Small business owners looking to streamline their accounts payable processes may soon find relief from one of the biggest bottlenecks: manual payment entry. Visa, in collaboration with BILL and Billtrust, has launched a live pilot program utilizing trusted AI...

As small businesses increasingly harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI), a recent report from Cisco highlights the urgent need for effective monitoring and control over these digital agents. The Splunk State of Observability 2026 underscores a critical disconnect:...

A shopper may discover a product through an AI-generated recommendation, then abandon the purchase when the brand’s website tells a different story. Adobe’s latest research suggests that this trust gap is becoming a direct sales risk for businesses of...

Apple is putting up to $100 million into a Pennsylvania titanium supplier and expanding work with a Delaware electronics company as it increases the number of American-made components in its newest iPhones—a move that could create opportunities for smaller...

Small businesses across America are set to gain increased access to crucial surety bonds, thanks to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) recent announcement of five new surety partners approved for its Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program. This initiative...

If you’re considering starting a business, low-cost home-based franchises can be a smart choice. They often require minimal investment and offer established support. Think about options like cleaning services or tutoring, which typically need between $5,000 and $30,000 to...

As the automotive landscape continues to shift under the influence of electric and hybrid technologies, small business owners must stay informed about the evolving market dynamics. Recent data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals that as of...

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reshaping the landscape of American manufacturing with a substantial investment aimed at enhancing the skills and capabilities of small manufacturers. Recently, the SBA announced a $9.5 million grant to two tribal organizations...

Rooftop solar power is shining brighter than ever across the United States, with small-scale solar photovoltaic systems—those under 1 megawatt—producing an astounding increase in energy generation over the past decade. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that overall...