Many ChatGPT users are frustrated Tuesday morning by what appears to be a major outage. According to an OpenAI status page, issues with ChatGPT have been happening for the last two days. But outages seem to be more widespread on Tuesday morning. You can check the status here. As of 11:30 a.m. (Eastern US), we…
Today marks eBay’s first-ever Recommerce Day, celebrating the release of its 2024 Recommerce Report. The report, now in its fourth year, offers insights into the motivations of eBay buyers and sellers around pre-loved shopping. This year, eBay expands its focus to include global consumer trends and sentiment, surveying over 28,000 people worldwide. eBay’s inaugural Recommerce…
At the 4th annual TikTok World product summit, TikTok announced new business solutions for brands. These solutions include Creative AI tools, performance automation, and enhancements to branding placements. The focus is on helping brands engage with their audience in creative ways. TikTok’s new ad solutions offer small business owners innovative tools to engage with their…
Cisco and AT&T have announced a digital buying experience for Cisco’s latest Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) devices, the Cisco Meraki MG52 and MG52E Cellular Gateways. This new approach will simplify and accelerate the deployment of 5G FWA for businesses. This streamlined approach empowers businesses to enhance connectivity quickly and efficiently, supporting the ongoing digital transformation…
Nissan has issued a “Do Not Drive” warning for 83,920 vehicles from model years 2002-2006. These vehicles are equipped with recalled Takata airbags that have not yet been repaired. If you own one of these vehicles, do not drive it until the defective airbag is replaced. Nissan’s “Do Not Drive” warning highlights the critical need…
On May 23, 2024, Tamika Chappell, 40, of New Orleans, LA, pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud and theft, including false statements related to the CARES Act, making false statements to the IRS, and theft of government funds. The CARES Act, enacted on March 29, 2020, was designed to provide emergency financial assistance during…
Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration (SBA), has issued a reminder for private nonprofit organizations in Washington. The deadline to apply for SBA federal disaster loans for property damage caused by severe winter storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from January 5-29…
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released proposed regulations under the Inflation Reduction Act for owners of qualified clean electricity facilities and energy storage technologies. These regulations outline how these owners can claim relevant tax credits. New Tax Credits Established The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 introduced two main…
The Biden-Harris Administration is taking steps to support the clean energy economy. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has removed its 504 Loan Program cap on lending for clean energy projects. This move is part of a broader effort to advance the nation’s clean energy goals. Supporting Small Businesses in Clean Energy Administrator Isabel Casillas…
Vacation rental apps like Airbnb have completely reshaped the travel industry. But members of the LGBTQ+ community don’t always enjoy the same experiences as others when traveling. Now, one entrepreneur is serving this community with a platform specifically built for them. Matthieu Jost is the founder of Misterb&b, a travel platform for members of the…