Almost half of UK small business owners report decline in health due to business pressures
Running a small business can negatively impact physical and mental health, with many owners experiencing health challenges and working through illness. [ more ]
NYC's AI chatbot was caught telling businesses to break the law. The city isn't taking it down
The AI chatbot created by NYC for small business owners is criticized for providing incorrect advice, but the city still maintains its presence. [ more ]
Real-time financial insights are crucial for swift decision-making and staying ahead in the financial landscape.
Customizable features like tailored investment tracking and personalized alerts are valuable for tech-savvy professionals and small business owners. [ more ]
Funding gap for SMEs linked to worrying rise in personal guarantees
Small business owners are finding it difficult to access funding without signing a personal guarantee.
In October 2023, there was a 60% increase in small business owners purchasing personal guarantee insurance to protect their personal assets in case their business fails. [ more ]
Casaroma Cafe aims to honor Caribbean heritage while building a thriving community space for Black and brown entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurs Yari Flores and Kevin Rucker founded the cafe and are committed to showcasing small-business owners and hosting community events. [ more ]
Minister brushes off Brexit checks as price you pay for being sovereign state again'
Health Minister Dame Andrea Leadsom dismisses concerns of UK small business owners regarding increased costs at the UK/EU border as a consequence of Brexit.
Leadsom suggests that businesses could adapt to the changing environment by considering changing their trading arrangements with the EU or seeking opportunities elsewhere. [ more ]
TikTok Announces New Holiday Marketing Webinar for SMBs
TikTok for Small Business is hosting a LIVE event called Dream Stream LIVE to help small business owners prepare for the holiday shopping season.
The event will provide practical tips on boosting sales, attracting customers, and creating engaging content from successful small business owners on TikTok. [ more ]