Zoom Video Communications, Inc. has announced the global availability of post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Zoom Workplace, starting with Zoom Meetings. This launch makes Zoom the first unified communications as a service (UCaaS) provider to offer such a cutting-edge security feature. Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms will also receive this security enhancement soon. Addressing Advanced…
Adobe Launches Tool in Lightroom for Easy AI-Editing
Adobe has launched Generative Remove, a powerful new tool in Adobe Lightroom. This innovation, powered by Adobe Firefly, simplifies photo editing by enabling users to remove unwanted objects with a single click. Available on mobile, web, and desktop, this tool promises high-quality, realistic results. Ashley Still, Adobe’s senior vice president and general manager of Creative…
Small Businesses Urge Congress to Address Inflation
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recently outlined measures for Congress and the White House to help small businesses combat inflation. Small business owners have cited inflation as their primary concern, urging legislative action. As small businesses struggle with inflationary pressures, the NFIB’s recommendations provide a roadmap for legislative relief. By addressing regulatory burdens,…
Arlington oil and gas company looking to raise $250M, filing indicates
An Arlington-based oil and gas firm is looking to raise $250 million for a fund, while a Fort Worth-based hedge fund has raised $5 million, filings show. Check out Form D Friday, our weekly roundup of securities paperwork. Top Featured Tags: – Business, – Texas News Press Release Distribution Service
Buc-ee’s to open new Luling travel center, marking chain’s largest store in US
A new and improved Buc-ee’s travel center is opening in Central Texas a little more than two years after the company was approved for incentives to expand its footprint about 50 miles south of downtown Austin. The roughly 75,000-square-foot store replaced the brand’s first family travel center that was built in 2003. Top Featured Tags:…
La La Land percolating plans for coffee shop in Fort Worth, a first for Tarrant County
The new cafe aims to be located in a former Smoothie King. Read on for renovation costs, a construction timeline, the projected opening date and a La La latte more. Top Featured Tags: – Texas News, – Business Press Release Distribution Service
How To Write A Performance Review: A Comprehensive Guide
A small business owner sent us a question asking how to write a performance review for an employee. “How do I write a performance review? My company is growing, and while I give verbal feedback, I feel the need to get more formal. But I am at a loss about where to start. I need…
Salesforce Launches New Commerce Cloud Features for Enhanced Online Shopping
Salesforce has unveiled three new Commerce Cloud innovations aimed at enhancing online shopping experiences. These features include Salesforce Checkout, headless commerce capabilities for B2B, and composable commerce enhancements for B2C. These improvements promise to boost revenue while offering personalized customer experiences. With 32% of customers abandoning brands after one poor experience, businesses are under pressure…
New Regulation Threatens Small Businesses with $500 a Day in Fines
The Corporate Transparency Act requires LLCs, Corporations and other business entities to provide Beneficial Ownership Information to the U.S. Treasury Department. Companies failing to do so face stiff penalties. The new federal regulation threatens small businesses with $500 a day in fines for non-compliance. The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) claims the law targets small…
San Francisco’s Bay Area Council chief takes fight to Texas
“We should be talking to the world about the incredible advantages there are in this region, and we just haven’t done that,” said Bay Area Council CEO Jim Wunderman. He wants to seize opportunity to take on Texas and the Bay Area’s other economic rivals by expanding his group’s mission to include regional economic development.…
Los Angeles firm sells older Uptown Dallas apartments to wealthy cash buyer who plans big upgrades
A private buyer has purchased a prominent apartment complex in Uptown, planning to upgrade it for a higher-earning class of renters, according to one of the brokers involved in the transaction. Learn more about the complex’s history and what may be its next chapter in this story. Top Featured Tags: – Business, – Texas News…
Startup that helps people pay bills by text raises $110M
Solutions by Text, founded in 2008 by brothers Danny and Mike Cantrell, previously received a $35 million investment in 2001 from Edison Partners The company has been growing fast since then and has now locked in another $110 million to continue the trajectory. Read on to learn more about the latest funding haul by a…
Is the New iPad Pro for You?
Apple has unveiled the latest iPad Pro, featuring a sleek, lightweight design, advanced display technology, and powerful performance capabilities. The new iPad Pro, available in silver and space black, comes in two sizes: a 13-inch model and an 11-inch model. Both versions boast the Ultra Retina XDR display with tandem OLED technology, promising an exceptional…
Visa and J.P. Morgan Make Sending Money Faster and Easier in the US
Visa and J.P. Morgan Payments have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the speed and ease of money transfers within the United States. This collaboration is set to provide both businesses and individuals with quick and secure methods for sending and receiving funds. Utilizing Visa’s advanced technology, J.P. Morgan Payments will now offer faster…
New Features for Organizing Events in WhatsApp Communities
Since the introduction of WhatsApp Communities, different groups, including neighborhoods, school associations, and hobby clubs, have adopted this feature to maintain organization and connectivity. To further enhance group interaction, there are new functionalities for event organization on WhatsApp, along with structured reply options in Announcement Groups, allowing members to engage with important admin messages. Members…
First look: Goldenrod reveals expansive vision for enlarged Trinity Groves in Dallas
See how a Nebraska-based development group plans to transform the neighborhood west of downtown Dallas. Top Featured Tags: – Business, – Texas News Press Release Distribution Service
Energy Transfer to buy Midland gas pipeline company for more than $3B
Energy Transfer plans to acquire Midland-based WTG Midstream in a move to expand its natural gas pipeline and processing network in the Permian Basin. The Dallas-based pipeline giant would add thousands of miles to its network and multiple processing plants. Top Featured Tags: – Texas News, – Business Press Release Distribution Service
Aetna helps Dallas employers support employee wellbeing, provide health care
For the first time, the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex surpassed 8 million residents between 2022 and 2023. It marked the largest population increase of any U.S. metropolitan area. Momentum began when COVID-19 drove people out of higher-cost-of-living areas. They looked for cities in the south and the west, with diverse industries and economic strength. The pandemic…
Thousands Available in Small Business Resiliency Grants
Small business grants can help businesses through tough times, which can ultimately make them more resilient. And resilient businesses often strengthen communities. There are currently many small business grant opportunities available for companies and projects throughout the U.S. Read on for a list of current options. Alexandria Small Business Resiliency Grant Alexandria, Virginia is offering…
To Become a Billionaire, Do You Need to Invent Something New?
The key to unparalleled entrepreneur success is still a mystery. But do you have to invent something entirely new to become a billionaire? My guest this week on The Small Business Radio Show demonstrates you don’t have to invent something new. Liz Elting is an entrepreneur, business leader, and bestselling author. She founded TransPerfect out…
Ohio Tornado Recovery: SBA Workshop Offers Critical Business Support
A powerful tornado outbreak on March 14 devastated many counties in Ohio. In response, several organizations have joined forces to provide vital resources to affected business owners. The workshop is set for May 22 and aims to deliver crucial assistance to help businesses rebuild and recover. Comprehensive Support for Businesses The event is organized by…
After record 2023, Mesquite economic development leaders look ahead to future
2023 was a banner year for economic development in Mesquite, with around 2,800 new jobs pledged by companies moving into the city east of Dallas. While it’s unlikely 2024 will reach those heights, city boosters are putting the pieces in place to hopefully sustain corporate interest for years to come. That includes plenty of land…
