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Wednesday, Jul 3

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Professor Charged with $16 Million NIH Grant Fraud Scheme

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Pennsylvania professor charged with defrauding NIH of $16 million in federal grants by falsifying scientific data for Alzheimer's research.

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Freshworks Report Shows AI Boosts Productivity and Unlocks Higher-Value Work

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Freshworks' Global AI Workplace Report reveals AI's impact on productivity, freeing up nearly 24 business days per year and driving higher-value work.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Small Businesses Lead AI Adoption in Sales and Marketing

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Pipedrive's State of Sales and Marketing Report reveals small businesses are leading AI adoption, driving efficiency and productivity gains.

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U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Reduces Regulatory Burdens on Small Businesses

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NFIB celebrates the Supreme Court ruling eliminating Chevron deference from the lower court, reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses.

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NFIB Supports H.R. 358 to Protect Small Businesses from Regulatory Burdens

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NFIB backs H.R. 358, the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act, to ensure federal regulations consider small business impacts.

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Small Business Grants with a July Deadline

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These grants cover a range of industries and issues, but they have a July deadline which means you have to apply before the end of the month.

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Student Entrepreneurs Looking to Simplify Construction Projects Using AR

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Insite uses augmented reality to help construction professionals visualize projects in detail and spot potential issues before they arise.

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Alabama SBA Working Capital Loan Deadline for Drought Losses Approaching

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Alabama small businesses and nonprofits in 25 counties: Apply for SBA working capital loans for drought-related losses by July 22 deadline.

Monday, Jul 1

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West Virginia Private Nonprofits: Deadline Nears for SBA Physical Damage Loan Applications

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West Virginia private nonprofits in seven counties have until July 22 to apply for SBA loans for physical damages from severe April storms.

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Bankruptcy Rules Get More Strict for Some Small Businesses

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The expiration of programs that streamlined bankruptcy proceeding could make some small business bankruptcy cases much more complicated.

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IRS Guidance on Retirement Plan Distributions for Emergencies and Domestic Abuse Survivors

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IRS guidance on exceptions to the 10% additional tax for early retirement plan distributions for emergencies and domestic abuse survivors.

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Intuit QuickBooks Survey: Tech Skills Crucial for Accounting Professionals Amid Economic Challenges

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Intuit QuickBooks survey reveals keeping up with technology is the biggest risk for accountants, highlighting the importance of tech skills.

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Small Business Ownership Differs for Those Who Grew Up with Tech

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Millennial and Gen Z entrepreneurs who grew up with tech are more likely to start a business earlier than Gen X or Boomer business owners.

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Grants Available to Help Businesses Affected by Civil Unrest, Other Issues

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If your small business was affected by civil unrest as well as other issues here some grants that could help you overcome the challenges.

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Buffer Introduces Threads Integration for Seamless Social Media Management

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Buffer integrates Threads, allowing seamless planning, scheduling, and cross-posting of content to improve your social media strategy.

How to Spot and Stop the Bully at Your Business

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This week I discussed adult bullies and strategies to deal with them with Bill Eddy, Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute.

Sunday, Jun 30

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Verizon Business and Monarch Tractor Partner to Promote Sustainable Farming Practices

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Verizon Business and Monarch Tractor partner to support sustainable farming with autonomous tractors connected via Verizon’s network.

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Citizens Partners with Luminary to Support Small Business Community Champions

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Citizens offers Luminary memberships to Small Business Community Champions, providing resources and networking to support business growth.

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SBA Disaster Loans Available for Illinois Businesses and Residents After Flooding

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SBA offers disaster assistance to Illinois businesses and residents affected by May 24 flash flooding with several different loan options.

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SBA Disaster Loans Available for Texas Small Businesses Affected by Drought

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Texas small businesses can apply for SBA disaster loans due to drought. Learn about eligibility, loan details, and application process.

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Customers Wary of Businesses Using Faulty AI

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As more businesses use AI for a number of functions, they have to take into account customer awareness and whether they support the tech.

Saturday, Jun 29

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Backyard Homestead Turning into Family Business

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With the cost of food especially high today, homesteading is becoming a viable business as well as a way to save money on food purchases.

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For the Latest in Tech Don’t Miss TECHSPO San Francisco

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TECHSPO San Francisco will showcase the latest innovations in Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech, and SaaS technologies on July 8 – 9, 2024.

Friday, Jun 28

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Texas Business Owner Sentenced to 37 Months for Tax Evasion

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Texas business owner sentenced to prison and ordered to pay fines for evading income tax, highlighting IRS efforts to enforce tax compliance.

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TikTok Shop’s SOAR Together Program Boosts SMBs

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TikTok Shop launches SOAR Together program to support and empower small businesses with resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

In the News: Don’t Miss a $35,000 Grant Opportunity

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Don't miss grants opportunities of up to $35,000 for your small business from public and private organizations to help with a range of issues.

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Workers Trust AI for Autonomous Tasks; Human Involvement Remains Key

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Today’s workforce is beginning to trust artificial intelligence (AI) to manage a large portion of their tasks, according to new research by Salesforce. The study reveals that workers are most comfortable when AI and humans collaborate but…

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Layoffs Hit 50% of Finance Firms; Fintech and AI Skills in Demand

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Finance firms face layoffs and skill shortages, with fintech and AI expertise in high demand. Fiverr report shows freelancing bridges the gap.

Thursday, Jun 27

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Florida Fisherman Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion on Massachusetts Income

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Florida fisherman pleads guilty to evading over $400,000 in taxes on income earned in Massachusetts, facing up to five years in prison.

Supreme Court Decision in Moore v. U.S. Harms Small Businesses with Expanded Taxing Power

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Supreme Court's decision in Moore v. U.S. expands 'income' definition to include unrealized gains, increasing tax burdens on small businesses.