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GitHub gets a built-in IDE with Codespaces, discussion forums and more

Under different circumstances, GitHub would be hosting its Satellite conference in Paris this week. Like so many other events, GitHub decided to switch Satellite to a virtual event, but that isn’t stopping the Microsoft-owned company from announcing quite a bit of news this week. The highlight of GitHub’s announcement is surely the launch of GitHub […]




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AEO2020: Alternative Policies - Varying Residential Solar Photovoltaic Utility Rate Structure




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A security expert says India’s contact-tracing app has flaws; New Delhi says they are ‘by design’

The Indian government has said that its contact-tracing app Aarogya Setu “by design” fetches the location data of its 90 million users and allows them to view the concentration of people who have tested positive for the coronavirus in their vicinity. New Delhi issued the statement after France-based security researcher Baptiste Robert found what he […]




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Discover is Facebook’s new effort to help people access websites for free — but with limits

Facebook has a new connectivity app called Discover to help those who can’t afford to get online access information on the web. The service, available through mobile web and Android app, allows users to visit any website in text format (no video, images, audio and other elements that eat up large amounts of data) and […]




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Platforms scramble as ‘Plandemic’ conspiracy video spreads misinformation like wildfire

A video about the coronavirus featuring a well-known vaccine conspiracist is spreading like wildfire on social media this week, even as platforms talk tough about misinformation in the midst of the pandemic. In the professionally-produced video, a solemn interviewer named Mikki Willis interviews Judy Mikovits, a figure best known for her anti-vaccine activism in recent […]




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Facebook’s redesign goes live with simplified navigation and dark mode

After months of testing, Facebook’s redesign is finally official. Announced last year at F8, the more minimalist approach to its desktop design has been rolled out in waves. In March, the company added an option to try out the new version. Users could switch back and leave feedback for why they had done so. This […]













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The latest version of Yahoo Mail helps users find attachments and deals

Yahoo Mail is getting a mobile update, with new versions of the iOS and Android app launching today. Many of you probably haven’t tried out Yahoo Mail in years, but Senior Director of Product Management Josh Jacobson noted that it’s one of the top productivity apps in the Apple App Store, where it has been […]




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Tree planting search engine Ecosia is getting a visibility boost in Chrome

Ecosia, a not-for-profit search engine which uses ad generated revenue to fund planting trees, is set to get a visibility boost in Chrome. A change Google is making to its chromium engine will see it added as a default search engine choice in up to 47 markets for the version 81 release of Google’s web […]




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Countingup scores £4M bridge round for its small business banking and accounting app

Countingup, the business current account that “automates” your accounting, has raised £4 million in self-described bridge funding. Leading the round is ING Ventures, with co-investment from Triple Point, CVentures, and BiG Start Ventures. Founded by Tim Fouracre, who previously founded cloud accounting software Clear Books, and now boasting 20,000 business customers, Countingup’s long term vision […]




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Deep Render raises £1.6M for image compression tech that mimics ‘neural processes of the human eye’

Deep Render, a London startup and spin-out of Imperial College that is applying machine learning to image compression, has raised £1.6 million in seed funding. Leading the round is Pentech, with participation from Speedinvest. Founded in mid-2017 by Arsalan Zafar and Chri Besenbruch, who met while studying Computer Science at Imperial College London, Deep Render […]




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What Surviving a Rocket Explosion Taught This Veteran Entrepreneur About Never Giving Up

The mindset that allows Colin Wayne to push forward in times of crisis.




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Should You Microdose to Treat Depression?

Speaking with a psychopharmacology expert to find out whether psychedelics are ready for their mainstream moment.




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Should I Return My Small-Business Loan?

It's a good question. And with the SBA PPP deadline looming, we sought out an expert to answer it.




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Why Entrepreneurs Should Choose Insights Over Instincts

The importance of data-driven decision-making.




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What Will Franchising Look Like After the Recession?

A franchise resurgence is on its way ... will you be ready?




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UK privacy and security experts warn over coronavirus app mission creep

A number of UK computer security and privacy experts have signed an open letter raising transparency and mission creep concerns about the national approach to develop a coronavirus contacts tracing app. The letter, signed by 177 academics, follows a similar letter earlier this month signed by around 300 academics from across the world, who urged […]




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Index and Credo lead a $2.75M seed in anti-fraud tech, Resistant AI

Prague based Resistant AI has nabbed a $2.75M seed round. The security startup’s machine learning technology is designed to be deployed on top of AI systems used for financial decision making to protect customers in markets such as financial services and ecommerce from attacks such as targeted manipulation, adversarial machine learning and advanced fraud. The […]




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Adtech scores a pandemic pause from UK privacy oversight

The coronavirus is proving to have an unexpected upside for the adtech industry. The U.K.’s data protection agency has paused an investigation into the industry’s processing of internet users’ personal data, saying targeted suspension of privacy oversight is merited because of disruption to businesses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation into adtech […]




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5 Proven Ways to Keep Visitors on Your Website

Make the information they're looking for easy to find.




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Free Webinar | June 8: Simple Marketing Techniques to Re-Engage With Customers and Make Them Feel Safe

Franchise Bible author Rick Grossmann discusses how marketing is changing and new ways and platforms for sending your marketing messages to your customers.



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Free Webinar | May 13: How to Create Massive Leads and Sales in an Ever-Changing World

Join author and entrepreneur Kim Walsh Phillips as she discusses best practices for driving leads in today's world.



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3 Tips for Marketing a Service Business

Get exposure, offer stellar customer service and be nimble.




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4 Ways Solopreneurs Can Strengthen Their Businesses

Even if you work alone, the brand-enhancing ideas of others can help push you forward.




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5 Recession-Resistant Franchise Sectors You Should Consider During an Economic Downturn

Invest in an industry that can withstand an economic downturn.




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The Top 11 Companies in the Franchise 500, Ranked From Cheapest to Most Expensive

Which of the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 entries is the cheapest, and which is most expensive?




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Launch Your Home Business With a .store Domain

There's an easier way to make your web business stand out.




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From a Crisis of Conscience to Consumer Packaged Goods Success

Adnan Durrani, the CEO and founder of Saffron Road Foods, talks about finding a niche in the food industry after being disillusioned by his experiences while working on Wall Street.




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The 3-Step Strategy to Help You Determine Your Business Mission, Values and Goals

Doing so quickly is essential to getting your business on track.



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How to Expand Hiring in a New Business

Five strategies to broaden your startup's talent-recruitment options.



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Free Webinar | May 14: Make a Positive Impact on the World and Build a Profitable Business at the Same Time

Join Harvard Business School Professor Rebecca Henderson as she discusses why entrepreneurs are central to building a better world and why there are million dollar businesses to be built along the way.



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Learn the Secrets to Launching a Business for Less Than $35

From ideation to growth stages, this bundle has you covered.




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Free Webinar | May 28: It's Never Too Late: How to Start Your Own Business at Any Age

This webinar provides action strategies to help you launch your own small enterprise.



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What Will Franchising Look Like After the Recession?

A franchise resurgence is on its way ... will you be ready?




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9 Business Ideas Under $1,000 You Can Run From Anywhere

Go ahead and pull out that swimsuit or leave the pajamas on, you can still be a successful entrepreneur without being tied to an office.



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3 Simple but Effective Strategies to Create Consistent Income Online

Consistency is more reliable than inspiration.




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4 Business-Boosting Strategies While Stuck in One Place

Trying times demand innovative measures for online and social media marketers.




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Yelp Adds GoFundMe Donation Button for Struggling Local Businesses

Look for the "Donate" option on the web and in the app to help support restaurant, nightlife, beauty and fitness operators.




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Launching a New Site? Make Sure You Understand Digital ADA Compliance

Any business's online presence must comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act.



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3 Tips for Marketing a Service Business

Get exposure, offer stellar customer service and be nimble.




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4 Ways to Find Opportunity in a Crisis

Nurturing your company culture, strengthening community ties, delivering what your customers need and putting your best foot forward on your website are sound strategies for weathering the storm.




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This Artwork Inspired Veronica Chou to Make a More Responsible Fashion Brand

A Nepalese drawing reminds her to think about the impact her business has on the world.