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USHBC president raises concerns over Teamsters protests at Amazon

By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 23, 2024

This week, the Teamsters Union organized protests at several Amazon locations.

SBA expands small business lending network with new partnerships

By Business Daily | Dec 23, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has granted Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) licenses to four institutions, aiming to improve access to capital in underserved markets.

Amazon announces Llama 3.3 70B on AWS

By Business Daily | Dec 23, 2024

Amazon has announced the availability of Meta's Llama 3.3 70B on Amazon Web Services (AWS), enabling customers to build and scale generative artificial intelligence (AI) applications.

Biden signs law restoring funding for SBA disaster loans after hurricanes

By Business Daily | Dec 21, 2024

President Joe Biden has signed the American Relief Act, 2025 into law, providing funding for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Disaster Loan Program.

Amazon announces new accessibility updates for Fire TV

By Business Daily | Dec 21, 2024

Amazon has announced new accessibility updates for its Fire TV, including Dual Audio support, expanded hearing aid compatibility, and tactile device packaging.

Amazon announces settlement with OSHA

By Business Daily | Dec 21, 2024

Amazon has reached a settlement with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), resulting in the withdrawal of all but one ergonomic citation following an investigation.

Amazon announces decarbonization initiatives

By Business Daily | Dec 20, 2024

Amazon has announced a series of initiatives aimed at decarbonizing its global building network.

Senior Vice President of USCC on Teamster strike: 'even at $1,000 a week few picketers will want to stand outside'

By A. C. Benavides | Dec 20, 2024

Glenn Spencer, senior vice president of the Employment Policy Division at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (USCC), said that the Teamsters union's strike against Amazon involved participants who are not Amazon employees.

Amazon and Mayor Johnson celebrate Christmas in the Wards

By C.D. Marsden | Dec 20, 2024

Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized the significance of community during the holiday season through initiatives such as Christmas in the Wards.

Amazon’s Air Hub director: ‘Always lead with safety!’

By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 19, 2024

Jess Stewart, Amazon’s KCVG Air Hub Director of Operations, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to "lead with safety" in a LinkedIn post dated December 6.

Orbital and AWS collaborate to develop technologies for data center sustainability

By A. B. Bamburg | Dec 19, 2024

Orbital Materials and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have announced a multi-year partnership aimed at developing AI-driven advanced materials and technologies to enhance data center decarbonization and efficiency.

Commercial property insurance shows signs of recovery amid challenges

By Business Daily | Dec 19, 2024

Despite facing challenges from climate risk and inflation, the U.S. commercial property insurance sector is showing signs of improvement, according to a new brief by the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I), affiliated with The Institutes.

SBA announces new fund competition targeting underserved entrepreneurs

By Business Daily | Dec 19, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the upcoming launch of the 2025 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC).

Gas prices rise slightly as holiday travel increases

By Business Daily | Dec 19, 2024

After several weeks of declining, the national average for a gallon of gasoline has increased by two cents, reaching $3.04.

Uber announces fundraising campaign to help MADD ‘fight impaired driving’ in CA

By C. D. McHugh | Dec 18, 2024

Uber announced this week a joint fundraising campaign with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Insurance Information Institute urges winter preparedness

By Business Daily | Dec 18, 2024

With the official start of winter on December 21, the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) is advising homeowners, renters, and drivers across the United States to prepare for snow, ice, and cold temperatures.

Amazon announces veteran software engineer role in Chicago

By Business Daily | Dec 18, 2024

Amazon has announced a new software development engineer position with AWS Utility Computing in Chicago, Illinois.

Morgan Stanley partners with Brightview Senior Living in new acquisition

By Business Daily | Dec 18, 2024

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has announced a partnership with Brightview Senior Living to acquire eight senior housing communities.

Amazon announces site procurement manager role in Hebron

By Business Daily | Dec 18, 2024

Amazon has announced a new site procurement manager position in Hebron, Kentucky, for its fulfillment center team.

MADD CEO on Uber collaboration: 'This campaign provides a meaningful way to take action'

By A. K. Howerter | Dec 18, 2024

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) CEO Stacey D. Stewart announced that MADD and Uber have launched a fundraising campaign during Impaired Driving Prevention Month to support prevention, advocacy, and victim services.

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