Startups & Entrepreneurship
Bobbi Mendez Crowned Mrs. Queen of the World 2025, Championing Global Empowerment
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Bobbi Mendez wins prestigious international pageant, leveraging her platform to support underserved communities through education, financial literacy, and social impact initiatives.
Fintech Startup Fortun Marks Rapid Growth in First Year, Deploys $6.4 Million to Small Businesses
Fortun, a fintech division of Luminar Media Group, has achieved significant milestones in its first year, providing working capital to nearly 1,000 small businesses across 38 states and Puerto Rico, demonstrating substantial potential in alternative business financing.
AI Emerges as Critical Growth Engine for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Artificial intelligence is transforming small and medium-sized businesses globally, offering unprecedented opportunities for operational efficiency and competitive advantage beyond large corporate environments.
Stephanie Vanderbilt: Breaking Barriers in Home Remodeling with Purpose and Education
Coastal Windows & Exteriors founder Stephanie Vanderbilt has transformed her background as a teacher into a successful, award-winning home remodeling business that prioritizes homeowner education and empowerment across New England.
GOSKATE Expands Global Skatepark Directory and Hosts Free Skateboarding Events for Go Skate Day 2025
GOSKATE is celebrating Go Skate Day 2025 with free master classes in three cities and launching an expanded global skatepark directory, demonstrating its commitment to growing skateboarding accessibility and community engagement.
ROONYX Joins Deep Tech Atelier 2025 to Advance Global Technology Collaboration
ROONYX, a fintech IT company, will participate in Deep Tech Atelier 2025, a platform uniting global technology leaders to explore innovations in AI, robotics, quantum computing, and biotechnology. The event represents a critical opportunity for cross-border technological exchange and strategic partnerships.
Astorts Group Expands Dubai Operations to Facilitate Business Growth and Investment
Astorts Group is strengthening its business services in Dubai, offering comprehensive support for entrepreneurs and investors seeking to establish and expand operations in the UAE through specialized licensing, residency, and regulatory compliance services.
Soopra AI Launches Social Network of AI Agents, Secures $1M Pre-Seed Funding
Soopra AI introduces Soopra ASK, the first social network of AI agents enabling advanced interactions across expertise domains, while securing $1 million in pre-seed funding to expand its innovative platform.
Online Academy Helps 15,000 Learn Self-Publishing on Amazon
Fiction Profits Academy, led by entrepreneur Karla Marie, has trained 15,000 students to create passive income through self-publishing eBooks using AI and ghostwriting techniques on Amazon's platform.
Dynamic Health Solutions Launches Mobile Wound Care Service in Virginia
A new mobile wound care provider, Dynamic Health Solutions, introduces home-based treatment services targeting patients with mobility challenges, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility and patient outcomes across Virginia.
Verizon Commits $5 Billion to Boost American Small Business Ecosystem
Verizon's new Small Business Supplier Accelerator program aims to strengthen US small businesses by providing financial investment, digital training, and strategic support to help entrepreneurs thrive in the digital economy.
IotaComm Launches Investment Campaign to Expand IoT Wireless Network Infrastructure
IotaComm is seeking investor funding to expand its nationwide IoT-dedicated wireless network, aiming to accelerate the development of smart infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, and urban planning.
Blueprint Fragrances Disrupts Pakistani Perfume Market with Affordable Luxury Scents
Blueprint Fragrances is revolutionizing the Pakistani perfume industry by offering high-concentration, designer-inspired fragrances at accessible prices through a digital-first approach, targeting budget-conscious consumers seeking premium scent experiences.
Stocktwits Sponsors Ladenburg Thalmann Innovation EXPO25, Highlighting AI Technology Showcase
Stocktwits will participate in the Ladenburg Thalmann Innovation EXPO25, an event featuring 50 innovative technology companies leveraging AI, providing networking opportunities for investors and industry professionals.
PR Club's Bell Ringer Awards Set to Celebrate Excellence in Communications
The 57th Annual Bell Ringer Awards will recognize top communications professionals across New England while supporting CommonWealth Kitchen, a nonprofit dedicated to food entrepreneurship and equity.
Exit Factor Launches International Expansion, Targets Growth in North America and Europe
Business consulting franchise Exit Factor plans strategic international expansion into Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, leveraging its domestic success and recent ranking on Entrepreneur's Top New Emerging Franchises list.
La Jolla Custom Jeweler Carl Blackburn Shares Craft and Career Journey on Local Podcast
Carl Blackburn, a veteran jewelry designer with three decades of experience, discusses his professional evolution and local business insights in a recent podcast episode highlighting his craft and community contributions.
Local Student Wins Entrepreneurship Scholarship with Innovative Bakery Concept for Food Allergy Sufferers
Purdue University engineering student Addison Wood receives $2,500 scholarship from First Coast Home Pros for her startup idea Alchemy Bakery, which aims to provide safe baked goods for people with food allergies.
Yuenglings Ice Cream Corp Rebrands as Frequency Holdings, Pivots to Technology Venture Platform
Yuenglings Ice Cream Corporation transforms into Frequency Holdings, signaling a strategic shift from a single-brand entity to a multi-venture technology holding company focused on scaling high-impact technology platforms across cybersecurity, digital identity, and AI.
Health Care Originals Wins Top Honors at SuperCrowdLA Pitch Competition with AI Respiratory Monitoring Technology
Health Care Originals, led by CEO Sharon Samjitsingh, swept the SuperCrowdLA Live Pitch Competition by winning both Judges' and Audience Choice Awards for its innovative AI-powered respiratory monitoring technology, signaling potential breakthrough in chronic respiratory condition management.
Gloria Bohan of Omega World Travel Named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Finalist
Travel industry leader Gloria Bohan has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Mid-Atlantic Award, highlighting her significant contributions to the travel management and technology sectors.
Suzy Chase Concludes 'Dinner Party' Podcast, Returns to Original Shows
Pioneering podcaster Suzy Chase is ending her Dinner Party podcast and relaunching her original Cookery by the Books and Decorating by the Book shows, signaling a strategic return to her podcasting roots.
The Code Platform: Reimagining Professional Growth Through Strategic Learning and Networking
The Code offers professionals and entrepreneurs a comprehensive platform combining targeted training, personal development, and collaborative networking to accelerate business growth and success in a competitive global marketplace.
Beige Video: Disrupting Content Creation with AI-Powered Platform
Beige Video, a bootstrapped startup, aims to revolutionize content creation by connecting businesses with top-tier videographers and photographers through an innovative, AI-driven marketplace without relying on venture capital.
ChitChatBot.ai Unveils AI-Powered Image Generation and Messaging Workflow Tools
ChitChatBot.ai launches GPT-Image-1 API and Pipelines feature, enabling businesses to generate AI images and create complex messaging automation workflows across multiple social platforms without coding.
CopyMyIP.dev Simplifies System Information Sharing for Tech Support
A new free web tool allows users to instantly capture and share comprehensive device and network details with developers and support teams, potentially reducing troubleshooting time and communication barriers.
Gaxos.ai Gains Global Reach with AWS Marketplace Approval for Game Developer Platform
Gaxos.ai has secured a strategic listing on Amazon Web Services Marketplace, enabling its game developer platform to be deployed across 245 countries with enhanced enterprise capabilities and global scalability.
Canada Crypto Week Returns: Showcasing Web3 and AI Innovation Across the Nation
The fifth annual Canada Crypto Week will highlight Canada's emerging leadership in blockchain, cryptocurrency, and artificial intelligence technologies through over 100 community-driven events nationwide. The week-long initiative aims to increase accessibility and awareness of Web3 technologies.
AppSwarm Launches AI-Powered Search Engine AskOptima.com, Marking Strategic Expansion into Advanced Digital Technologies
AppSwarm has introduced AskOptima.com, an innovative AI-driven search platform designed to transform digital search experiences through advanced natural language processing and contextual understanding. The launch represents the company's strategic move to enhance technological capabilities and compete in the evolving AI search landscape.
NAWBO Orlando Unveils 2025 PropelHER Pitch Competition Finalists, Highlighting Women's Entrepreneurial Innovation
The National Association of Women Business Owners Orlando has announced eight finalists across three business categories for its 2025 PropelHER Pitch Competition, showcasing diverse entrepreneurial talent from Florida's women-led businesses.