Woman’s $5 address book brings back overlooked NYC businesses
New Yorker Uncovers Nostalgia Through Vintage Rolodex A New Yorker has shown how a city’s history can be uncovered through something as simple as a business card. After discovering an old Rolodex at an estate sale on the Upper East Side, 31-year-old Mari Huang dove into a stranger’s curated collection of business cards, turning it […]
Probook’s George Eliadis has increased profits for small businesses using AI.
Wharton Grad Raises $40 Million for AI-Powered Home Services A Wharton graduate, who began pressure washing homes alongside his father in upstate New York, has successfully secured $40 million in venture funding aimed at using artificial intelligence to enhance the operations of his family business. George Eliadis created Probook, an AI operating system designed for […]
Local businesses bill World Cup fans thousands for offsite tailgating.
The Tailgating Dilemma of World Cup Soccer Fans Since mid-June, soccer enthusiasts have been caught up in World Cup excitement, celebrating passionately across the region. It’s a big deal—the first tournament on U.S. soil in 32 years. Yet, fans attending matches at MetLife Stadium are discovering something unexpected: no tailgating allowed. Tailgating is somewhat of […]
AI may drive serious cyberattacks on governments and businesses in a matter of months, warn intelligence agencies.
Artificial intelligence is set to escalate cyberattacks on governments, critical infrastructures, and large corporations in the near future, as highlighted by a rare joint statement from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance on Monday, which urged business leaders to begin preparations. Cybersecurity heads from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand noted that […]
Oakland car break-ins drop significantly, affecting local glass repair businesses
Car break-ins have significantly decreased in Northern California cities, which is great news for vehicle owners but presents challenges for local window repair businesses. According to the Oakland Police Department’s crime dashboard, car burglaries dropped by 37% from May 2026 compared to the same month last year. One local news outlet highlighted this trend. For […]
Pennsylvania Passes Legislation Requiring Businesses to Reveal AI Use in Advertisements
Pennsylvania House Approves AI Disclosure Bill The Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved a bill that mandates companies to reveal any artificial intelligence-generated content used in the marketing of consumer products. Introduced by Democratic state Rep. Chris Pieri, the legislation aims to ensure that AI-generated materials—like images, audio, video, and text—are clearly disclosed. “We ensure transparency […]
Cruise fare increases from Holland America and other companies upset travelers as businesses resist change.
Cruise travelers are facing an all-too-familiar surprise: their vacation bills are rising after booking. Additional costs, like daily gratuities, service fees for drink packages, specialty dining, and other automatic charges, have stirred frustration among passengers. Many feel that the advertised cruise prices don’t reflect the total cost accurately. Concerns are mounting as several cruise lines […]
Iran warns of targeting Elon Musk’s businesses in the Middle East
Iran has announced intentions to regard all of Elon Musk’s companies as military targets, as reported by Iranian state media, citing accusations that these enterprises have been utilized by the U.S. military to execute war crimes. The Iranian government plans to include Musk’s assets in the region on its military target list. This includes Starlink […]
Creators starting businesses, developing software, and making investments
The Rise of Entrepreneurial Creators It seems like social media stars are shifting gears. Many are moving away from brand contracts to become entrepreneurs, developing their own products and investing in startups. Warner Bailey’s Assistants vs. Agents and Alex Poscente’s Ivy Insights exemplify this trend of creators branching out. Brett Perlmutter, founder of BulletPitch, is […]
Mamdani’s $70M plan for a city-owned grocery store has not examined its effects on small businesses.
Concerns Over Municipal Grocery Store Plan Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s administration hasn’t taken the time to assess how the proposed municipal grocery store initiative might affect local small businesses, as acknowledged by his budget director on Tuesday. During a City Council hearing, Sherif Soliman, who leads the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget, faced questions regarding […]