AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI & Small Business Jobs: A new U.S. Chamber report says AI adoption is rising fast among small firms (66% now use AI) and is tied to hiring and growth, even as owners worry about state rules and lawsuits. Privacy & Compliance: California’s SB 690 signed into law limits private lawsuits under CIPA’s “pen register” rules for website/app tracking, a big shift for small businesses facing privacy litigation risk. Tech Regulation Watch: Apple is tightening macOS “Full Disk Access” controls after concerns that AI apps can misuse deep permissions. Funding & Grants for Growth: Statesboro manufacturer ShaloTek won a $4M SBA grant to expand capacity and add staff; Missouri also landed $42.1M for I-70 upgrades near Lambert Airport. Local Business Impact: Winona is planning a $7M downtown Third Street reconstruction starting around 2029, with a task force to reduce disruption to businesses. Tax Hits on Operators: B.C. starts charging PST on textiles and tailoring services, raising costs for small repair and tailoring shops. Startup Capital: Supabase raised $150M and agreed to buy Turso, signaling more AI-focused database competition. Cyber & Legal Risk: A Poppins Payroll data breach is prompting potential class action claims.
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