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Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 months ago

Snapchat's SMB bet is paying off - but can it keep up the momentum?

Snapchat is prioritizing small- to medium-sized businesses for ad revenue growth, with notable advertiser engagement improvements observed recently.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 months ago

Snapchat's SMB bet is paying off - but can it keep up the momentum?

Snapchat is prioritizing small- to medium-sized businesses for ad revenue growth, with notable advertiser engagement improvements observed recently.
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
1 week ago

Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores - Bronx Times

The Bodega Act of 2025 aims to improve safety for NYC bodegas by providing grants for security upgrades.
#finance
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Help Me Understand Why People Are Switching From Debit and Travel Cards To Cash Back All Of A Sudden

from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Help Me Understand Why People Are Switching From Debit and Travel Cards To Cash Back All Of A Sudden

#e-commerce
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Amazon raises a red flag on a key business

Retailers, particularly smaller shops, face challenges amid corporate consolidation and rising online shopping trends.
Amazon's significant growth underscores the need for strategic improvements in cost structure and margins.
Business
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

For Chinese exporters big and small, a week of chaos and confusion

Chinese businesses face challenges due to new U.S. tariffs, leading to increased costs and uncertainty amidst escalating tensions.
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Amazon raises a red flag on a key business

Retailers, particularly smaller shops, face challenges amid corporate consolidation and rising online shopping trends.
Amazon's significant growth underscores the need for strategic improvements in cost structure and margins.
Business
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

For Chinese exporters big and small, a week of chaos and confusion

Chinese businesses face challenges due to new U.S. tariffs, leading to increased costs and uncertainty amidst escalating tensions.
#brexit
#san-jose
East Bay food
fromEater SF
3 months ago

Eat Wonderfully Crispy, Netted Egg Rolls at This East San Jose Restaurant

SJ Eggrolls specializes in in-house made netted egg rolls, offering a unique flavor and texture that stands out in the Bay Area.
East Bay food
fromEater SF
3 months ago

Eat Wonderfully Crispy, Netted Egg Rolls at This East San Jose Restaurant

SJ Eggrolls specializes in in-house made netted egg rolls, offering a unique flavor and texture that stands out in the Bay Area.
#economic-impact
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Chinatown shop owners warn Trump's China tariffs could force closures: The community cannot afford it' | amNewYork

The Trump administration's tariffs are severely impacting small Asian American businesses in Chinatown, making survival increasingly difficult.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Chinatown shop owners warn Trump's China tariffs could force closures: The community cannot afford it' | amNewYork

The Trump administration's tariffs are severely impacting small Asian American businesses in Chinatown, making survival increasingly difficult.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Tish James proves yet AGAIN she only cares about her own brand, not the little guy

The FAIR Business Practices Act may lead to more lawsuits against small businesses under vague definitions of unlawful conduct.
#tariffs
NYC politics
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

Rep. Velazquez: Tariffs are nothing more than a tax hike on hardworking families'

Nydia M. Velazquez criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful tax hikes on families and businesses.
Tariffs will disproportionately impact lower-income families and homeownership.
Board games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Tabletop teams near panic as Trump tariffs could kill decades of growth

Trump's new tariffs on foreign goods, exceeding 60%, threaten the tabletop gaming industry with potential job losses and higher prices.
Tariffs may devastate small gaming businesses reliant on overseas production.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to cause untold damage', UK business groups warn

The UK's mild 10 percent tariff could hinder small businesses that rely heavily on US exports.
NYC politics
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

Rep. Velazquez: Tariffs are nothing more than a tax hike on hardworking families'

Nydia M. Velazquez criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful tax hikes on families and businesses.
Tariffs will disproportionately impact lower-income families and homeownership.
Board games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Tabletop teams near panic as Trump tariffs could kill decades of growth

Trump's new tariffs on foreign goods, exceeding 60%, threaten the tabletop gaming industry with potential job losses and higher prices.
Tariffs may devastate small gaming businesses reliant on overseas production.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to cause untold damage', UK business groups warn

The UK's mild 10 percent tariff could hinder small businesses that rely heavily on US exports.
Marketing tech
fromLindsey Gamble
3 weeks ago

Pinterest's Inclusion Fund Returns for a Fifth Year to Support Creators and Small Businesses - Lindsey Gamble

Pinterest has expanded its Inclusion Fund to support diverse creators and small businesses.
The program offers financial and educational resources to foster inclusivity.
Startup companies
fromTearsheet
3 weeks ago

While no one was looking, Intuit has built a fintech empire - Tearsheet

Intuit is quietly transforming into a full-spectrum financial operating system through strategic acquisitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

HMRC under fire for taking more than four months to process tax refunds

HM Revenue and Customs is facing criticism for taking over four months to process tax refunds, a process that previously took weeks.
UK politics
#market-report
NYC startup
fromstupiddope.com
3 weeks ago

Silly Nice Named One of New York's Top Weed Brands in Latest OCM Report | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

New York's cannabis market is rapidly expanding, highlighting the importance of small businesses like Silly Nice.
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
NYC startup

Silly Nice Recognized Among New York's Top Cannabis Brands in New OCM Market Report | stupidDOPE

NYC startup
fromstupiddope.com
3 weeks ago

Silly Nice Named One of New York's Top Weed Brands in Latest OCM Report | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

New York's cannabis market is rapidly expanding, highlighting the importance of small businesses like Silly Nice.
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
NYC startup

Silly Nice Recognized Among New York's Top Cannabis Brands in New OCM Market Report | stupidDOPE

fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

32 Travel Products That Will Get So Many Admiring Looks At The Airport And On The Plane

"Airplane Pockets is a small business that specializes in sanitary, portable travel organization products, transforming airplane travel into a more organized and enjoyable experience."
Gadgets
#local-economy
NYC food
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.
SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.
from48 hills
1 month ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

NYC food
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.
SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.
from48 hills
1 month ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

#uk-economy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Military spending is touted as a remedy for Britain's ailing economy. Here's why it won't work | Khem Rogaly

Increased military spending is seen as an ineffective remedy for economic woes and does not support small businesses or regional equality.
Toronto startup
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

K-Town Commercial and Office Space / Steven Fong Architect

K-Town proposes an architectural model enhancing the viability of small businesses in diasporic communities.
The design aims to revitalize unused space to support economic stability.
Books
fromVulture
1 month ago

'It's Cynical, Manipulative, and Cruel'

Amazon's book sale coincides with Independent Bookstore Day, raising concerns over its impact on independent bookstores.
#google
#cybersecurity
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

A Combination Vintage Boutique, Used Bookstore, and Plant Shop Is Now Open in Takoma Park

"It was striking to me how similar our vision was," says Keiner. "When I talked to Agnes, I was like, 'Wouldn't it be great if we could have a first floor boutique, and it could be really integrated, plants and books?' And then I would talk to Heather and we would have the same conversation: 'Wouldn't it be great if we could do the vintage and the books?'".
Toronto startup
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

How to keep SMBs open for business - even when the power goes out

Downtime that freezes retail businesses exacts a hefty toll, with an average loss of about $100 every hour for a store with $250,000 annual revenue.
Online marketing
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose retail growth among slowest in U.S., report says - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley is known to celebrate its entrepreneurship, it's known throughout the world for its entrepreneurship. So why are we so far behind so many of the significant areas in the U.S. in fostering entrepreneurship?
Silicon Valley
East Bay food
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Everything you should eat at this stunning new Bay Area food hall

West Oakland's new Prescott Market opens, featuring seven food vendors, revitalizing the community despite challenges.
A strong local community supported the development of Prescott Market.
Board games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Steve Jackson Games says tariffs are a 'seismic shift' for board games

The 54% tariff on imports from China will significantly raise prices in the board game industry.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

White House Finally Comments On Marijuana Industry

The cannabis industry faces challenges from federal restrictions, hindering growth despite consumer demand and potential benefits.
#innovation
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Salary sacrifice enquiries 'has gone parabolic since the Autumn Budget' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Salary sacrifice enquiries have gone parabolic since the Autumn Budget. We've been rushed off our feet running clinics, webinars and workshops.
Startup companies
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Legal costs rise but not payouts if insurance claims go to litigation, data shows

The report highlights that the path of litigation costs claimants significantly more, with expenses being up to 25 times higher without offering additional benefits.
Privacy professionals
#job-market
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Bakergoodchild launches new SaaS platform to support SMEs

Despite concerns that automation could lead to job losses, innovations like frankk. are demonstrating that efficiency doesn't have to come at the expense of workers.
Marketing tech
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

36 Products Perfect For Anyone Planning A Cottagecore Spring

I love the way the light looks and the many colors, but honestly I love the flexibility of the neck. I can manipulate it to fit the function of what I am doing. I have used it as reading light and mood light by the bed. I had no problem reading my book at night. I have used it as a task light to do arts and crafts. More recently, I have used it at work and it now has a permanent spot at my desk. The light was a great value for the money for me.
Food & drink
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Cannabis Inversion is Undermining New York's Legal Market-Here's Why It Must Be Stopped | stupidDOPE

Cannabis inversion undermines New York's legal cannabis market, threatening small businesses and farmers who strive for fairness and compliance.
NYC startup
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Powering Small Businesses Across New York * Brooklyn Paper

National Grid supports small businesses in New York, promoting energy efficiency and cost reduction through specific programs.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The People's Union USA's Economic Blackout' Organizer Served Jail Time on Sex Charge

A grassroots movement called People's Union USA promoted a 24-hour shopping boycott to support small businesses.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

San Francisco looks into streamlining 'overwhelming' contracting process for small businesses

San Francisco's contracting process for small businesses is overly complex, prompting a proposal for simplification by the Board of Supervisors.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Milpitas allocates $200,000 to help micro businesses

Milpitas has allocated $200,000 to support local microenterprises, providing $5,000 to each of 40 eligible businesses to alleviate economic challenges.
European startups
fromBikeMag
3 months ago

Bike Shop Owner Vents Frustrations While Riding in Utah

It has been a brutal couple of years to own a bicycle shop... the industry we operate in seems to be doing whatever it can to kill the smaller independent bike retailers.
Bicycling
#revenue-growth
fromQueens Post
3 months ago

Celebrating a decade of culture: Queens Night Market returns to Corona in April - Queens Post

With some of the offseason buzz we've gotten, I think it'll be a big year for us, and I can't think of a better way to celebrate our tenth birthday than by finding more partners to help eliminate vendor fees altogether, which would enable us to keep the $5-$6 price cap for our visitors and their families.
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