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Data Privacy Laws Threaten Small Businesses’ Digital Advertising Efforts
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024, a proposed bill set to impact data collection and online privacy, successfully passed both the Senate and House of Delegates and now awaits approval by Gov. Wes Moore.
Proposed digital ads tax would devastate small businesses like mine
Eighteen years ago, my friend and I started a business selling handmade, custom-churned ice cream. Our one-of-a-kind flavors – like red velvet cake and maple blonde brownie – have made our old-fashioned parlor a longtime favorite in Omaha.
Maryland Small Business Owners Express Frustration Over Online Data Privacy Act
Annapolis, MD (April 4, 2024): Maryland small business leaders expressed concern and disappointment at the consideration of Senate Bill 541 and House Bill 567, legislation that would regulate how businesses collect and use data to find customers, grow, and succeed. Recognizing the bill’s good intentions, the business leaders said data collection and usage restrictions would…
Data Privacy Bill Worries Chamber Of Commerce, Small Business Owners
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Online Data Privacy Act of 2024, a proposed bill that would affect data collection and online privacy, has already passed the Senate and is being considered in the House of Delegates. The Maryland Chamber of Commerce and several small businesses testified against this legislation with their concerns.
Shubham Issar Sells Soap-Filled Pens that Make Handwashing Fun for Children
Shubham Issar is an industrial designer and co-founder of SoaPen Inc. SoaPen was designed to address the fact that hand-washing with soap can prevent one out of three children from contracting infectious illnesses. Essentially, SoaPen is a long-lasting soap crayon on a mission.
Maine privacy proposal could snuff out our candle business
Thirteen years ago, my wife and I started making candles in an old boathouse on our property in Edgecomb. We started selling hand-poured soy wax candles that we scented and packaged to evoke our favorite place in the world: the Maine coast. Today, we supply L.L. Bean, Holy Donut, Bixby Bars and Whole Foods, and…
New Study Finds Small Business Leaders Eager to Add Artificial Intelligence Tools to Their Digital Tool-Kits
WASHINGTON (March 13, 2024) – A new study from the Connected Commerce Council (3C) found that small and medium-sized business (SMB) leaders are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools to ensure their businesses’ productivity and growth. The study also found that SMB leaders regard privacy, trust, and safety as top priorities when it comes to…
Op-Ed: The New York Privacy Act would put the squeeze on my smoothie shop
One day in 2015, my corporate job was eliminated. I’d worked hard for over 30 years, and suddenly I didn’t…
Small Business Advocates in Action
Across the country, small business leaders have stood up, taken action, and made their voices heard on critical public policy issues that directly impact American small businesses. It’s inspiring to see these small businesses come together and share their stories, making a significant difference in the policy landscape. From voicing concerns about new regulations impacting…
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