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MyLocalPress.com launches to help revive local news in small towns
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MyLocalPress.com has launched a publishing platform aimed at independent journalists and community publishers in small towns, rural areas and underserved markets.
Veteran Business Project adds John Borling to board
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Veteran Business Project has named retired Maj. Gen. John L. Borling to its board as the nonprofit pushes to scale its veteran business acquisition model nationwide.
People Incorporated, FSBO launch financial literacy partnership
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People Incorporated of Virginia and For Small Business Only LLC are teaming up to launch the Financial Literacy Cohort™, a new financial education program for Southwest Virginia participants in workforce development programs.
Ascend ranks No. 1,477 on 2026 Inc. 5000
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Ascend An Argano Company landed at No. 1,477 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, its third straight appearance on the list.
Five packaging machine makers startups should compare in 2025
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Startups and small businesses weighing packaging automation in 2025 often narrow the field to five Chinese suppliers: Ludyway, Packmate Machinery, PacklineOEM, PackingMachineOEM and SnusMachinery.
Usha Boddapu spotlighted for AI leadership and inclusive growth
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Influential Women is featuring Usha Boddapu, the president and CEO of Esolvit and chief AI scientist at Arytic, for her work in enterprise technology, artificial intelligence and community-focused leadership.
MyAds.Guru launches AI platform for Google Business Profile management
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Sphnix, Inc. has launched MyAds.Guru, a pay-as-you-go platform that automates Google Business Profile posts, review replies and local rank tracking for small businesses.
Lumenary Pro launches franchise model for permanent outdoor lighting
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Lumenary Pro is rolling out a franchise opportunity from Green Bay, Wisconsin, to expand its permanent outdoor lighting business through local owners nationwide.
Candera releases free CGI Studio Community Edition for embedded UI prototypes
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Candera has launched a free Community Edition of CGI Studio for non-commercial use, targeting makers, students, developers and small businesses building embedded interface prototypes.
Cool Hand Movers resumes reusable bin rentals after Red Hook fire
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Cool Hand Movers has restarted reusable moving bin rentals in Brooklyn six months after a January warehouse fire destroyed its inventory, and the service now extends to commercial office and storefront moves across New York City. The relaunch…
Republic Europe’s Kieron O'Brien joins GECA steering committee
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The Global Equity Crowdfunding Alliance has named Republic Europe Managing Director Kieron O’Brien as Strategic Advisor for Ireland on its Steering Committee.
Mianro Systems launches AI business platform for SMBs
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Mianro Systems has introduced AI Business in a Box, a connected platform for small and midsize businesses that combines lead management, customer follow-up, marketing, reviews and CRM tools.
Goodbuy named Finovate Awards finalist for marketing and customer acquisition
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Goodbuy, a Boise-based small business rewards platform for financial institutions, was named a 2026 Finovate Awards finalist in the Best Marketing/Customer Acquisition Solution category.
AICC launches AI cost-cutting framework for startups
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AICC unveiled a cost optimization framework in Singapore on Aug. 6, 2026, claiming startups and SMBs can cut AI API spending by up to 80% by routing tasks to cheaper models.
Heather Lopes to Appear on Mompreneurs TV
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Entrepreneur and mother Heather Lopes will appear on Mompreneurs TV, where she will discuss property management, revenue growth, and building a resilient business.
HSA for America urges self-employed workers to review savings before 2027 limits rise
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HSA for America is pushing freelancers and small business owners to review their Health Savings Account contributions now, ahead of higher HSA limits set for 2027. The company says a mid-year check-up can help self-employed savers capture more…
Apps4Rent launches QuickBooks hosting plans starting at $12 a month
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Apps4Rent introduced new session-based QuickBooks hosting plans starting at $12 per month, targeting businesses, accounting firms, CPAs and bookkeepers that want lower-cost cloud access without on-site servers.
Magnify Creative launches MagnifyTV for local businesses
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Utah-based Magnify Creative has launched MagnifyTV, a digital signage platform aimed at helping local retailers, clinics, restaurants and offices cut costs and run dynamic in-store displays.
Structure Payments adds 17 high-risk merchant categories
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Structure Payments says it now underwrites 17 high-risk industries, including firearms, CBD and nutraceuticals, giving rejected merchants dedicated accounts instead of pooled aggregator accounts.
Hosted.com adds Monarx and Imunify360 to hosting security stack
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Hosted.com is expanding security across its Web Hosting and WordPress Hosting services with Monarx and Imunify360 to detect malware, monitor threats, and help respond to zero-day and AI-assisted attacks.
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