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Small Business Index Declines

Paychex’s Small Business Index contracted in October, reports CNBC. The index charts small business growth, October is the third straight month of decline. This marks the first time there has been a multi-month decline since 2013. Read more...

American Express Drops Statement Credits for Small Business Saturday

According to Syracuse.com, American Express will no longer offer credits to shoppers on Small Business Saturday. In previous years, shoppers visiting qualified small businesses could earn up to $30 in statement credits. This year American Express will focus more on providing resources to the participating small businesses. Read more...

New Network Security Hardware Appliance for Smaller Businesses

Kerio Technologies [http://www.kerio.com ] announced the launch of a new
addition to its Kerio Control hardware appliance range. With the new Kerio Control Box
NG100, Kerio addresses the security needs of smaller businesses, protecting networks of
approximately 10 users. Read more...

Fintech Introduces Simplest Way to Get Paid

Invoice2go, the mobile invoicing app, announced the launch of its mobile payments feature, powered by Stripe Connect. Small businesses and freelancers who previously had to wait for cash or checks can now accept credit and debit card payments immediately through Invoice2go, giving their customers more ways to pay and helping them get paid faster. Read more...

Shop Doesn't Take Off with Small Business

The Affordable Care Act’s Small Business Health Options Program,  (SHOP) has failed to take off with small businesses, reports USA Today. Currently, only 11,000 small businesses get their insurance through the exchange. Read more...

Crowdfunding Gets Go Ahead From SEC

According to the Business Journal, the Securities and Exchange Commission has finalized policies regarding crowdfunding for businesses. Next year small businesses will be able to raise $1 million dollars via crowdfunding. Read more...

Economy Hampering Expansion

A new survey by Bank of the West shows small businesses owners are leery of hiring, reports ABC News. Small business owners are unsure of the economy and don’t plan to expand in the near future. Read more...

D-Link Adds 'Smart Connect' Technology to Dual Band AC1900 Wi-Fi Router

D-Link today announced a free firmware upgrade for the AC1900 Wi-Fi Router (DIR-880L) that brings Smart Connect Technology to the award-winning dual band router. Previously only available on D-Link's AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router (DIR-890L), Smart Connect technology automatically connects each device on a home network to the clearest band available to deliver the best connection every time. Read more...

Cordless Handset Which Delivers Workspace Mobility

Today’s dynamic workplace environments require the flexibility for employees to move around while still remaining fully connected no matter where they are. Collaboration is critical no matter where your “desk” may reside and collaboration tools that move with you easily have become an essential tool.Polycom, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLCM) advanced its leadership in the collaboration space by announcing an expansion of its industry-leading Polycom® VVX® business media phone solutions. Read more...

Paypal Takes Over Small Business Lending Market

Paypal is becoming a powerhouse in small business lending, reports Forbes. The company has a small business loan volume of $3 million dollars a day. Over 60,000 small businesses worldwide have received funding from Paypal. Read more...

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