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Business Exit and Succession Planning (Pt. 1): Where To Start

Exit and succession planning involves creating a strategy that defines the future of your business when you're no longer running it.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule that bans non-compete clauses nationwide for workers. Here's what it means for small businesses.

The FTC is Banning Non-compete Agreements: What Does it Mean for Small Businesses?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule that bans non-compete clauses nationwide for all workers, including senior executives. FTC Chair Lina M. Khan…
Organic Payment Gateways is now offering CBD companies specialized, and prioritized support, in the event their payment services are disrupted.

How Organic Payment Gateways is Supporting CBD Brands That Get Cut Off by Payment Processors

The global CBD consumer health market reached $18.21 billion in 2023. With a compound annual growth rate of 14.33% through 2033, the industry is predicted to…
MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce have unveiled its latest Small Business Index to gauge overall small business health and confidence. Following a Q4 2023 score of 61.3, this quarter's score is 62.3, reflecting a stable, relatively more positive, climate.

Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Become Rising Concerns for SMBs

MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce have unveiled their latest Small Business Index to gauge overall small business health and confidence. Following a Q4 2023 score…
Meta is working with industry partners to develop "common technical standards" for spotting and labeling AI-generated video and audio content at scale.

Meta Aims to Set Standards for AI-Generated Content

In an effort to position itself as a leader in the fast-evolving world of AI, Meta has revealed that it’s working with industry partners to develop…
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was put into effect on January 1, 2024. Now, small business owners now need to ensure they comply.

What is the Corporate Transparency Act?

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted back in 2021, but few businesses have considered whether they’ll be impacted. Now that the law is officially in…
Keeping pace with new and evolving data privacy regulations can feel overwhelming for even the most tech-savvy SMB owners. Experts share their advice.

Data Privacy for SMBs: Essential Compliance Info to Know

In today’s digital landscape, data is a valuable asset. And no matter what type of business you have, you’re likely collecting, storing and using customer data. …

5 Small Business Insurance Questions, Answered

Small business owners have a lot on their plate, from hiring and retaining employees, to managing marketing, sales and even, in some cases, merchandise planning. As…