Amazon has announced the return of Prime Big Deal Days, set for October 8-9, offering Prime members exclusive access to millions of early holiday deals. Starting at 12:01 a.m. PDT on October 8, Prime members can shop a wide variety of discounts, including up to 40% off on winter fashion essentials, deals on Halloween costumes…
Gateway Funnel Pros, a leader in providing alternative payment gateway solutions for entrepreneurs selling high-risk, regulated, or restricted products, has announced the launch of a new e-commerce payment processing program specifically designed for Shopify merchants. The program focuses on application, integration, and support for alternative payment gateways, offering a tailored solution for businesses struggling with…
In a recent episode of The Small Business Radio, I talk with Lisa O’Masta, CEO of Learning.com, about the critical intersection of social media, educational technology, and digital literacy. We discuss the pressing need for comprehensive digital literacy education to prepare students for the complexities of the digital world. Here is what we discussed: The…
Santander Consumer has announced a significant expansion of its small business vehicle financing program, making it available to all automotive dealers on its platform. This move positions Santander as one of the few major lenders offering small business vehicle financing at dealerships across the country, providing much-needed solutions for small businesses and entrepreneurs looking to…
Microsoft today announced new updates to its Copilot AI assistant, specifically aimed at helping small businesses streamline operations and innovate. With these latest enhancements, Microsoft is positioning Copilot as a crucial tool for small businesses, helping them manage everything from data analysis to customer engagement more efficiently. Microsoft 365 Copilot’s wave two of innovations offers…
Fiverr has released new research showing that retailers are intensifying their focus on AI, social media, and discounts as they gear up for the 2024 holiday season. The study, conducted in partnership with Censuswide, surveyed over 2,500 consumers and more than 2,500 small-to-medium business (SMB) leaders globally. The findings highlight the strategies retailers are employing…
Check out this week’s Small Business Breakdown, a live show covering the latest hot topic important to small business owners nationwide. This week, our experts discuss whether politics is leading to a “fairly pessimistic” outlook among small business owners right now. After you’re done watching this week’s show, check out all the other headlines small…
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced today that individuals and businesses across the entire state of Louisiana affected by Tropical Storm Francine will receive tax relief. Those impacted will have until February 3, 2025, to file federal tax returns and make payments. This relief is being offered following the designation of affected areas by the…
Adobe announced a series of updates to Adobe Express, the company’s quick and easy content creation app. The new features are designed to help solopreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) create high-quality, on-brand content for marketing, HR, and sales, all while working seamlessly across teams and business-critical applications. Adobe also introduced a special offer…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that low-interest disaster loans are now available to businesses and residents in Pennsylvania following a Presidential disaster declaration for damages caused by Tropical Storm Debby on August 9-10. This disaster declaration allows eligible individuals and businesses in specific counties to apply for financial assistance to recover and rebuild.…