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Southwest Gases steps in as Texas helium shortage deepens
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A global helium squeeze triggered by Middle East conflict is cutting supply for Texas businesses, labs, and event operators, with major distributors rationing shipments and raising prices.
Alloy Labs adds seven banks in first half of 2026
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Alloy Labs said seven community and mid-size banks joined its consortium in the first half of 2026, expanding the network to 90-plus institutions across 46 states.
Jupid launches private AI for accounting firms
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Jupid has launched a private AI workspace built for accounting firms handling client records, aiming to let teams use AI on sensitive files without training outside models or exposing data without approval.
AiBusinessTeam launches AI platform for running a business by text
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AiBusinessTeam introduced a unified AI business platform that lets entrepreneurs ask questions, get plain-language answers, and take next steps across websites, marketing, email, planning, and QuickBooks-connected financial data.
BOW Institute spotlights Cathy Hughes at executive intensive
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The BOW Institute wrapped its inaugural Executive Intensive in Washington, D.C., with a fireside chat featuring Urban One founder Cathy Hughes.
Elevata signs strategic collaboration agreement with AWS
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Elevata has signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Amazon Web Services under AWS’s Small Business Acceleration Initiative in Brazil, deepening a partnership aimed at helping small and midsize businesses adopt cloud and AI faster and with…
FABTECH 2026 expands workforce training and leadership programming in Las Vegas
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FABTECH will bring 180-plus sessions, new premium access, and expanded leadership programming to Las Vegas Oct. 21-23 as manufacturers confront automation, labor shortages, and succession challenges.
OneLaser offers up to $4,700 off laser engravers in summer sale
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OneLaser has launched a June 11-30 Summer Mega Sale on its Hydra Gen 2, XRF and VertiGo systems, with discounts reaching $4,700. The promotion targets makers, small businesses and educators looking to expand production capacity ahead of peak…
Sisters of the Valley warn AI support gaps can deepen cyberattack losses
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Sisters of the Valley published a new analysis on July 16, 2026, arguing that organized cybercrime is outpacing the automated customer-support systems many businesses face after a breach.
Fitzgerald “Fritz” A. Médiné to appear on Beyond Success TV
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Fitzgerald “Fritz” A. Médiné, founder of FAMtastic Designs, will appear on Beyond Success TV to discuss business automation, intelligent systems and how personal setbacks shaped his path.
Minnesota Hospice lands another Top Workplace honor
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Minnesota Hospice was named a Star Tribune Top Workplace for the second straight year, placing in the top 10 small business employers in Minnesota and standing out as the only hospice-specific organization on the list.
Synthreo closes $2.5 million seed round backed by MSP veterans
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Synthreo raised $2.5 million in seed funding to expand its agentic AI platform for managed service providers and their SMB and mid-market customers.
Cassi Manner’s SCORE webinar shows entrepreneurs how to build a personal brand on social media
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Cassi Manner, CEO of Game Changer Marketing Solutions, led a free SCORE webinar on July 9 about building an authentic personal brand on social media.
ClickSpace expands around entrepreneur communities in Montreal
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ClickSpace is widening its Montreal footprint with a new AI-focused community, a weekly networking series and another specialized group due in September 2026. The move reflects demand for more intentional workspaces as entrepreneurs seek…
Alaska summit to train leaders on practical AI use in Anchorage
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AI in Alaska will bring business, government, nonprofit and tribal leaders to Anchorage on Sept. 28 for hands-on AI training, Alaska case studies and a 30/60/90-day implementation plan.
Credible Law adds guide on merchant cash advance default risks
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Credible Law has released a new educational resource for small business owners facing merchant cash advance trouble, explaining what can happen after a default and what relief options may exist.
AACS welcomes delay in federal rule for beauty and massage programs
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The American Association of Career Schools says a new U.S. Department of Education rule will delay implementation for cosmetology, barbering and massage therapy programs by at least a year.
Bluetooth label maker tape market seen reaching $1.56B by 2030
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The Bluetooth label maker tape market is projected to grow from $0.96 billion in 2025 to $1.56 billion by 2030, driven by e-commerce, logistics and growing demand for wireless labeling.
Living Cities says World Cup could become local wealth engine in Kansas City
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Living Cities is using Kansas City’s World Cup spotlight to ask whether global attention will translate into lasting gains for local entrepreneurs, workers and neighborhoods.
Axion Education and Kwieri.ai team up to expand AI-guided higher education
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Axion Education and Kwieri.ai have formed a partnership to bring low-cost, online higher education to underserved and remote communities worldwide.
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