In this week's episode of Small Business Breakdown, our experts talk about whether big tech companies are doing enough to train small business owners on how to use artificial intelligence.
AI can give any small business the ability to compete with much larger companies, but if they don't know how to use AI to its full potential, it's not really helping them. So should the big tech companies provide small businesses with access to training materials to help them make the most of AI?
For more information, see this week’s Small Business Breakdown…
And don't forget to check out the rest of the week's small business headlines in our small business news roundup…
Amazon expands Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment with new features and more brands
Amazon today announced new enhancements to its direct-to-consumer offerings Buy with Prime and Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) during its Accelerate Seller Conference. These enhancements are designed to help merchants grow their business on their own websites and other sales channels beyond Amazon.com.
California restaurant owner convicted of tax and COVID-19 fraud
A federal judge in San Diego has found California restaurant owner Leronce Suel guilty on multiple counts, including wire fraud, conspiracy and tax offenses, for his involvement in COVID-19 relief fraud schemes and filing false tax returns.
Amazon announces return of Prime Big Deal Days on October 8 and 9
Amazon has announced the return of Prime Big Deal Days, which will take place on October 8th and 9th and will give Prime members exclusive access to millions of holiday deals. Start: 00:01
Gateway Funnel Pros launches Shopify payment processing solution for high-risk merchants
Gateway Funnel Pros, a leading provider of alternative payment gateway solutions for entrepreneurs selling high-risk, regulated or restricted products, has announced the launch of a new eCommerce payment processing program designed specifically for Shopify merchants.
Navigating the digital landscape: The importance of digital literacy in education
In a recent episode of The Small Business Radio, I speak with Lisa O'Masta, CEO of Learning.com, about the critical intersection of social media, educational technology, and digital literacy. We discuss the urgent need for comprehensive digital literacy education to prepare students for the complexities of the digital world.
Santander Consumer expands nationwide vehicle financing for small businesses
Santander Consumer has announced a significant expansion of its vehicle financing program for small businesses, making it available to all car dealers on its platform.
Microsoft introduces new Copilot extensions to support small businesses
Microsoft today announced new updates to its AI assistant Copilot specifically designed to help small businesses streamline their operations and innovate. With these latest improvements, Microsoft is positioning Copilot as an essential tool for small businesses, helping them manage everything from data analytics to customer engagement more efficiently.
Retailers are placing increased emphasis on AI, social media and discounts as Gen Z looks to spend more this holiday season
Fiverr has released new research showing that retailers are increasing their focus on AI, social media and discounts as they prepare for the 2024 holiday season. The study, conducted in partnership with Censuswide, surveyed over 2,500 consumers and more than 2,500 small and medium-sized business (SMB) executives worldwide.
IRS extends tax deadlines for Louisiana residents affected by Tropical Storm Francine
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today announced that tax relief will be available to individuals and businesses across the state of Louisiana affected by Tropical Storm Francine. Those affected have until February 3, 2025, to file their tax returns and make payments.
Adobe introduces new features for Adobe Express aimed at solo entrepreneurs and SMBs
Adobe has announced a series of updates to Adobe Express, the company's app for fast and easy content creation. The new features are designed to help solo entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) create high-quality, branded content for marketing, HR and sales while collaborating seamlessly with Teams and business-critical applications.