Sprint, AT&T Competition Could Mean Lower Fees
Competition between two big service providers can actually benefit customers. In this case, that includes small businesses in need of inexpensive communications.
JoAnn McFarland
Businesses Get Broadband Access with AT&T, DirecTV Deal
AT&T has combined forces with DirecTV. The deal between the companies should allow businesses more access to high-speed data and television options.
Federal Government “STEPs” Up to Help Small Biz Expand Into Exports
Another round of funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration aims to help small businesses increase their ability to export their goods or services. The funding through the SBA's STEP program is part of a larger initiative to increase U.S. exports.
McCormick Spices Things Up With Acquisition of Stubb’s Barbeque Sauces
The spice company McCormick has agreed to acquire the company responsible for creating Stubb's barbecue sauces. Though these companies are now well-known brands in most of the U.S., each started from humble small business beginnings.
Renewable Energy Group Acquires Imperial Renewables
Renewable Energy Group has agreed to purchase all the bio-diesel production abilities of Imperium Renewables. The $15 million acquisition could serve as a watershed moment for smaller ag businesses looking to monetize their waste as byproducts.
Verizon’s New Optical Technology Passes Test
Verizon brings a new service that will connect business users and others at higher speeds than currently available -- including to home businesses. What will the new fiber-to-the-premises service mean for your operation?
GoDaddy and Kiva Come Together in Philanthropy
GoDaddy and Kiva have entered into a philanthropic partnership that will give each GoDaddy employee $25 to donate to a Kiva small business. The mission is to fund low-income entrepreneurs.
Discover Global Network Announces a Partnership with Creditcall Corporation
Discover has partnered with Creditcall Corporation, of the U.K. The deal is designed to get Discover card and Diners Club card accepted at more businesses worldwide.
UPS to Acquire Coyote Logistics
UPS has completed a $1.8 billion purchase of Coyote Logistics, a subcontractor for the company that has software that should enable UPS to be more timely with its deliveries.
Amazon Web Services Announces Availability of Amazon Aurora to All Customers
Amazon, the online shopping giant, is making its MySQL-compatible database engine called Amazon Aurora, available to other businesses in a few select regions. Amazon Aurora provides functionality compatible with more expensive commercial database technology, but at more affordable price.
Verizon and Vice Media Inc. Announce a New Content Partnership
A deal between Verizon and independent digital content network Vice Media Inc. demonstrates the growing importance of the mobile video market. The telecom and the digital content producer have signed an agreement to provide material for Verizon's upcoming mobile video platform.
PayPal Spinoff from eBay is Now Complete
The spinoff of PayPal from eBay as an independent company is now complete. Both companies have been important to small businesses in the past. Here's more about how the spinoff affects each.
