Skype Is Shutting Down After Two Decades
Microsoft will discontinue Skype in May, transitioning users to Microsoft Teams' free tier, after 14 years of service as a leading communication platform.
U.S. Cities With The Most Black-Owned Businesses
Black entrepreneurs in the South and Washington D.C. have the highest concentration of Black-owned employer businesses, with transportation being the most prevalent industry.
How Small Businesses Can Set Themselves Up For Success With Health Care Benefits In...
Providing health insurance as an employee benefit can decrease turnover, enhance retention, and foster a healthier, more productive workforce, making it a prudent financial decision for small businesses in 2025.
Companies Continuing DEI Initiatives Amid Conservative Attacks
Despite the president's executive order ending DEI initiatives within federal agencies and threatening private companies that use them, companies such as Johnson and Johnson, JPMorgan Chase and Co., Goldman Sachs, and Costco are reinforcing their commitments to DEI, citing the advantages of a diverse work environment and workforce.
Instagram Rolls Out TikTok-Like Features Amid Uncertainty About Rival’s Future
Instagram has introduced new features, such as a TikTok-style profile grid and extended Reels videos, aiming to engage users amid TikTok's shutdown. Concurrently, Meta has unveiled Edits, a new app for video creation.
TikTok Resumes In US, Long-Term Viability Still Unclear
TikTok was restored for many users in the US after President-elect Donald Trump intervened, and the company credited its return to his efforts.
TikTok Is Set To Be Banned Sunday. Here’s What It Means For You
The deadline for TikTok in the U.S. is approaching, with a law mandating TikTok to secure a non-Chinese owner or face a ban set to take effect Sunday, and no sale appears imminent.
Meta Ends Its DEI Programs As Zuckerberg Blasts Biden On Joe Rogan
Meta is discontinuing its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in response to evolving legal and policy frameworks, shifting its focus to equitable and consistent practices aimed at reducing bias for everyone.
FTC Data Reveals Surge In Online Job Scams, With Losses Exceeding $220 Million In...
The Federal Trade Commission has documented a significant increase in online job scams, with task scams comprising nearly 40% of job scam reports in 2024, and cryptocurrency-related losses totaling $41 million in the first half of 2024.
Public EV Chargers Are Good For The Planet. They’re Also Good For Business.
Racetrac has installed electric vehicle chargers at its stores, noting that they have increased sales and attracted more visitors, demonstrating that EV charging stations can be beneficial to businesses.
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A Month After Nolan Wells’ Death, A Lack Of Clear Answers...
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