The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is stepping up its game when it comes to regulating how small businesses use artificial intelligence (AI). And if you’re using AI tools for things like customer pric
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Microsoft 365 Business Plans Getting Mandatory Copilot AI Features Baked In — Whether You Want Them or Not
If you’re a small business owner running on Microsoft 365, listen up: Microsoft is adding AI features called Copilot to your Business Plans whether you want them or not. And I’ve got some thoughts on
5 Signs Your Business Needs Better Endpoint Protection
Every device your team uses — every laptop, desktop, tablet, and phone — is a potential doorway into your business. In the IT world, these are called “endpoints.” And if they’re not properly protected, they’re also potential targets. The challenge is that many small…
Windows Update Breaks Small Business Software; IoT Security Risks for Manufacturers
Windows Update Breaks Small Business Software Windows updates are a daily headache for small businesses. They come when you leave your computer, and we never know what they’re going to break. If you’re running ERP or accounting software like Sage 50 or QuickBooks…
OpenAI Simplifies GPT-4o Fine-Tuning for Small Businesses: QuickBooks Hikes Prices Again
Happy Tuesday! It’s Albert Here with Your Tech News OpenAI Simplifies GPT-4.0 Fine-Tuning for Small Businesses I’m excited about this one, small business owners. OpenAI just launched a simplified dashboard to fine-tune their GPT-4.0 via API. Now, don’t get me wrong…
Intuit QuickBooks Raises Prices Again — Some Small Business Plans Up 17% Starting June
This is something that’s going to hit a lot of small business owners right in the pocketbook. Intuit, the company behind QuickBooks, has decided to hike prices again. And this time, it’s a pretty big
OpenAI Launches GPT-4o Fine-Tuning for Small Business Use Cases via API — No ML Degree Required
I love talking to all of you small business owners out there, and today we’ve got some exciting news from OpenAI that could really help your team streamline processes.
CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Craft CMS and Other Small-Business Web Platforms
Hey there, small business owners! I just recorded an episode of “Nerds News” and wanted to share some important news about a vulnerability in Craft CMS that you need to be aware of. If your team is us
Ransomware Attacks on Small Businesses Are Up — Here’s What You Should Know
Ransomware used to be something that happened to hospitals and Fortune 500 companies. Not anymore. In 2025 and into 2026, ransomware attacks on small and mid-sized businesses have surged. Attackers have realized that smaller companies often have fewer protections…
Microsoft Copilot Licensing Restructure Takes Effect Today — Free and Premium Tiers Now Live
Microsoft Copilot Licensing Restructure Takes Effect Today As a small business owner, you’re constantly looking for ways to boost productivity and stay competitive. But implementing AI-powered tools can be daunting due to high costs. Well, Microsoft is changing the…




