Fraud is a $10 billion business, according to the FTC; Harrison’s workshop aims to protect people

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Pennsylvanians lost more than $118 million to phone scams and other scams last year, taking a particular hit during the holidays, according to the FBI. Across the country, older Americans seem especially susceptible to fake calls and emails asking for money for charities, “family emergencies” or other schemes, the Federal Trade Commission reported. Nationally, senior … Read more

Elon Musk seeks an injunction to prevent OpenAI from becoming profitable

Elon Musk is seeking an injunction against OpenAI to stop it from becoming a for-profit entity. It’s part of Musk’s lawsuit against Sam Altman, who says OpenAI engaged in anti-competitive behavior. The order would block OpenAI’s profitable transition and partnerships with Microsoft. Elon Musk is trying to get a court to stop OpenAI from turning … Read more

Small Business Saturday promotes community, local sales in Irwin

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Small Business Saturday is Tracy Alaia’s favorite day of the year. “It’s so nice to see the community out and support all these great little businesses,” said Alaia, 52, of Level Green, who owns Feathers Gift Shop in Irwin. Created by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturday takes place each year on the Saturday … Read more

Vendors hawk wares at Saturday’s Bronzeville Small Business event

Like many small business owners, Alesia Washington wears many hats. She makes knot therapy balls and has written a self-love guided journal. She offers one-on-one coaching to help people identify what’s holding them back and draws crowds to a knitting class called Y Knit Happens. “(It’s) primarily a business surrounded around health … anything that … Read more

Shoppers pour in early for Small Business Saturday at Prairie Village Toy Store

PRAIRIE VILLAGE, Kan. — Small businesses around the Kansas City metro area are gearing up for the biggest shopping day of the year, Small Business Saturday, which was created by American Express to encourage shoppers to shop locally. “They’re great people and very knowledgeable. The toys are great for people of all ages. You can … Read more

The 13 best Etsy Small Business Saturday deals for the small business owner

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you purchase through our links. Featured pricing may vary. With Black Friday in the rearview mirror, it’s time for Small Business Saturday! And what better place to shop online than Etsy, a small business marketplace. This year, you can score savings of up … Read more

Small business in Waukesha is celebrating Small Business Day

Small business in Waukesha is celebrating Small Business Day Small business in Waukesha is celebrating Small Business Day Updated: 9:40 AM CST November 30, 2024 WELCOME EVERYONE. AN OPPORTUNITY TO BUY LOCAL IN YOUR COMMUNITY TODAY. AND THE LIVE JOINING IS VAN MCNEAL AND WAUKESHA YOU CAN FULLY SUPPORT TODAY. VAN LOOKING GOOD WITH BEAUTIFUL … Read more

Carroll business owners experience busy shopping weekend – Baltimore Sun

Business owners across Carroll County are experiencing what could be their busiest weekend of the year, starting with Black Friday and moving into Small Business Saturday. Historically, the Friday after Thanksgiving, or Black Friday, has marked the beginning of the Christmas shopping season in the United States. Although not recognized by any government agency as … Read more