Alibaba Launches Network to Match U.S. Businesses with Chinese Consumers

Alibaba has launched the Taobao Global US Merchants Network to enable small businesses to reach more than half a billion consumers on Alibaba’s platforms. Read more »

Father’s Day Sales Not Enough to Lift a Weak June for Retailers, Report Shows

New data from the RetailNext Retail Performance Pulse June 2017 report shows that Father’s Day sales were not enough to lift a weak June for retailers. Read more »

SoundCloud, a Small Business Podcaster Favorite, Cuts 173 Jobs and Consolidates Operations

SoundCloud cuts jobs in a push for profitability and to ensure the digital music service’s path to long-term, independent success. Read more »

Small Business Wages Are Going Up, But Jobs Going Down, Study Finds

The June 2017 small business employment statistics show that small business wages are on the rise but the number of jobs is trending the opposite direction. Read more »

Best 10 States for Online Business: Care to Guess No. 1?

Which is the best state for online businesses? We've got the answer, plus the other top nine states for online businesses, after the jump. Read more »

Only 1 in 4 Small Businesses Well Prepared for Cyber Attack

Despite the increased risks, small businesses are still lagging behind in being prepared for a cyber attack. It's time to step up to the plate. Read more »

How Will New Homeland Security Travel Requirements Impact Your Small Business? Be Prepared

The Department of Homeland Security has announced new security measures for US bound flights. Here's what you need to know. Read more »

One in Six Small Business Owners Set to Get Good Credit Score News on July 1

The upcoming consumer credit reporting change could cause your credit score to rise and make the difference when getting a loan for your small business. Read more »

1 in 5 Small Business Owners Would Give up a Vacation Day Rather Than Their Smartphone

When given a choice, some small business owners like their smartphones better than vacation days. Find out how taking your smartphone on vacation is best. Read more »

YouTube Introduces Heatmaps for Virtual Reality Videos

The new YouTube heatmaps for virtual reality (VR) and 360-degree videos will give you specific insight into how viewers are engaging with your videos. Read more »