Saturday, October 3, 2026
NYC has its own AI hiring law. Here's the complete guide for New York State and New York City small business owners.
DFS approved 8.0% average small-group increases for 2027 after insurers asked for 23.7%. For New York employers, the useful move is to budget early and ask your broker to model the tax credit math.
New York's consumer alert says scammers are using AI voices, fake dashboards, and social pressure to sell bogus investments. Owners are prime targets because they are used to making fast financial decisions.
DFS warned that attackers are exploiting an N-central vulnerability used by some managed service providers. If you outsource IT, this is your cue to ask one direct question.
If your ad uses an AI face, voice, or synthetic presenter in New York, the disclosure is no longer optional. Small brands should treat this like a labeling rule, not a debate about taste.
The SBA says businesses and nonprofits affected by the Red Hook fire have until Aug. 14 to apply for low-interest economic injury loans. The useful part is simple: if you need the money, the deadline matters more than the headlines.
The attorney general's lawsuit against Rapid Ruling is a reminder that the real risk in many MCA deals is not only the fee structure. It is the dispute clause hiding in the fine print.
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The SBA says low-interest disaster loans are now available for businesses, nonprofits, and residents in Queens and five neighboring counties after severe flooding on May 20.
New York City salons are filling appointment gaps with AI. Brooklyn retailers are predicting inventory with it. Here's what's actually working for NY small businesses in 2026.
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