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BB committed to fostering ecosystem for small businesses
Bangladesh Post
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Bangladesh Bank is committed to fostering a vibrant ecosystem for small businesses, said Arief Hossain Khan, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, on Thursday He outlined the ongoing initiatives and future plans of the central bank to support the...
UH alumna cooks up 3 local businesses, gives back with scholarship
University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
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July 18, 2025
Reading time: 2 minutes Culinary delights from three brands will accompany Leeward Community College and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa alumna Tina Wang when she returns to the UH Alumni Makers’ Market in August. As the owner of Tanaka Ramen,...
The WNBA isn’t just having a moment, it’s a major growth opportunity for small businesses
95.1 WAPE - Florida
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July 17, 2025
The WNBA isn’t just having a moment, it’s a major growth opportunity for small businesses Anyone who holds even a passing interest in sports knows the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is having a moment. And not a minor one, either....
Ideas & Opinions — Rick Nelson: I run a small business in Grass Valley. Trump’s tariffs are hurting us.
The Union - California
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Since Trump is screwing around with tariffs again, I think it’s time to speak up. My local business imports precision instruments from the UK and distributes them across the U.S. It’s niche work, but we’ve been doing it a long time, and we do it...
Small businesses could wear the cost of the RBA’s proposed card surcharge ban
Inside Small Business
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July 16, 2025
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has proposed a total ban on surcharges for debit and credit card payments. This would mean that businesses large and small would no longer be able to pass debit or credit card fees onto their customers. Released...
Department of Defense opens comment period on major changes to defense contracting for small businesses
JD Supra - California
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July 17, 2025
On July 9, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) provided notice of a 30-day comment period for proposed regulations designed to modernize its acquisition process. This is a critical window for small businesses to directly influence the future of...
$4,000 in Optimum-supported grants given out by Bronx Chamber of Commerce to eight local small businesses
Bronx Times-Reporter - New York
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July 17, 2025
Optimum provided $4,000 in grant funding to the Bronx Chamber of Commerce to be distributed across eight local small businesses. Photo courtesy of Optimum The internet, mobile and TV services provider Optimum provided a $4,000 donation to the...
Advocates say legalizing cannabis opens doors for small business. Do Pa.’s latest proposals deliver?
Pennsylvania Capital-Star
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July 17, 2025
Cannabis legalization is sparking a big debate in Harrisburg. In less than two weeks, three sets of lawmakers, including members of both parties, have proposed legislation that would legalize recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania. The discussion...
Qualified Small Business Stock Tax Benefits Expanded for Early-Stage Companies and Investors
JD Supra - California
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July 17, 2025
The recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) implements significant changes under Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (Code), applicable to qualified small business stock (QSBS) issued on or after July 5, 2025....
Toledo continuing attempt to recover defaulted loans from local businesses
WTOL 11 - Ohio
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July 18, 2025
A months-long investigation reveals the city of Toledo is facing mounting losses from its Enterprise Development Loan program. TOLEDO, Ohio — The city of Toledo is actively trying to recover money loaned to businesses through its Enterprise...
Boryeong Mud Festival 2025 Features K-Pop Power And Korea's Leading Music Show On August 7
MENAFN
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July 23, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) One of Asia's most beloved summer events, the Boryeong Mud Festival, returns in 2025 with even bigger thrills, deeper cultural immersion, and star-studded performances, including the highly anticipated Mnet M Countdown concert on...
Why understanding taxes is key to building a business that lasts for women entrepreneurs
Daily FT
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When running a business, whether it’s a home-based catering service, a clothing boutique, or a digital platform, the numbers matter. And among those numbers, there’s one that too many overlook until it’s too late: taxes. For women entrepreneurs...
New Study: AI Cuts Costs, Adds 13 Hours For SMB Marketers
Forbes
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AI increasing its footprint in marketinggetty According to a new survey from marketing technology firm ActiveCampaign, small-business marketers are getting back quite a bit of time from their investment in AI. AI-powered marketing systems are...
Fyre Festival's McFarland courts MAGA ahead of launch of mysterious new business venture
Daily Mail
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July 17, 2025
Convicted fraudster Billy McFarland is heading to MAGA-friendly television to pitch his next eyebrow-raising business. And curiously, the disgraced former owner of the Fyre Festival brand isn't offering many details about what it is. McFarland...
Investing in Ardmore's future: Downtown revitalization, entrepreneurship, and tourism
The Ardmoreite - Oklahoma
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July 20, 2025
By Andrea Anderson ADA Senior Vice President of Economic Development Ardmore’s new Economic Vision Plan includes two goals aimed at ensuring our community thrives: accelerating downtown development and entrepreneurship, and intensifying tourism...
Seek email blasts Employment Hero over data use as court forces platform access
SmartCompany
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July 24, 2025
Seek has accused Employment Hero of misusing data in a customer email, while being ordered by the court to allow API access during the ongoing proceedings. Source: AAP Image/Joe Castro Job listings platform Seek has warned customers about...
Simple Filter for Rare Earth Elements Ensures Clean Supply of Crucial Metals
Noozhawk - California
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July 23, 2025
Rare earth elements sustain the Information Age, and securing a supply of these metals has become a matter of national and economic security. They’re ubiquitous in our smart technologies, high performance materials and industrial catalysts. Yet...
65 Knoxville companies named Top Workplaces: Congratulate these winners!
The Knoxville News-Sentinel - Tennessee
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What makes a Top Workplace? Is it leadership? What about company benefits packages or work-life balance? The answer is "yes" and more in Knoxville, where Knox News honored 65 East Tennessee companies for their commitment to excellence with the...
Workshop Wednesdays at W17: Big Ideas, Bold Voices and Real Conversations
South Africa Today
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July 20, 2025
At Workshop17, Wednesdays hit different. Once a month, the workday flips into something unexpected: a room full of thinkers, doers and creators, all tuned in to a live session that cuts through the noise. There are no lectures or slide decks at...
Local business owner named finalist in prestigious national awards
Bucks Herald
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July 15, 2025
The finalists for the prestigious Best Businesswomen Awards 2025 have been revealed, highlighting the grit, innovation, and leadership of women who are redefining success in business. In a year marked by economic shifts, technological disruption,...