Artificial intelligence shows up in slide decks, planning meetings, and vendor pitches. Real results often lag behind the hype. CompTIA says the gap has less to do with tools and more to do with training.
New Poll Reveals: Americans Say Tech Regulations Could Cripple Main Street
A new national survey from Internet for Growth delivers a message policymakers can’t ignore: voters see digital tools as the backbone of Main Street survival. According to the report, 94% of voters believe that online advertising, e-commerce, and social media are vital to small business operations. And they’re deeply concerned that new taxes or regulations targeting “Big Tech” could end up strangling small businesses instead.
From Google to BBB: Rebekah Dopp Takes the Helm at a Pivotal Moment
Rebekah E. Dopp Steps In as New CEO of the International Association of Better Business Bureaus
The International Association of Better Business Bureaus (IABBB) has appointed Rebekah E. Dopp as its next Chief Executive Officer. This marks a pivotal moment for the Better Business Bureau (BBB) as it steps into its second century of service with a renewed focus on trust, technology, and global reach. The choice of Dopp underscores an agenda centered on both continuity and reinvention.
Software Experts Picks Squarespace as Top Platform of 2025
Squarespace Just Took the Top Spot — Here’s What Made It 2025’s Best Website Builder
SoftwareExperts.org has just released its 2025 list of standout digital platforms, and Squarespace didn’t just make the cut — it grabbed the crown.
Fraudsters Are Exploiting PayPal Commerce: Here’s What Online Sellers Need to Know
A growing number of ecommerce sellers are reporting being targeted by a sophisticated and frustrating form of fraud abuse via PayPal. In a recent Hacker News thread, a startup founder described being bombarded with a stream of low-value purchases—each disputed within hours—made through PayPal’s Multiparty APIs on their digital marketplace. The attacks appear automated, intentional, and potentially damaging, especially for small businesses already operating on thin margins.
Algonomy Debuts Trio of Tools to Help Retailers Sell Smarter
Algonomy, known for helping retailers automate key business decisions with AI, announced a fresh batch of retail-focused tools today. The company introduced three new solutions—Ensemble AI, Social Proof Messaging, and Active Content—designed to help retailers convert more shoppers by delivering faster, smarter, and more personalized digital experiences. [Read more…]