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6 New State Privacy and AI Laws Businesses Need to Know in 2026
At a Glance Privacy and AI are no longer separate compliance tasks. State privacy laws are getting stricter when it comes to AI. California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, and New York are enforcing stricter data inventories, notices, assessments, deletion...
6 New State Privacy and AI Laws Businesses Need to Know in 2026
State privacy laws reached a turning point in 2026. What was once a compliance program centered on privacy notices and data collection has evolved into a broader framework governing AI, data use, vendor oversight, and product design.
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If you are reading this, you are probably already aware of the explosion in blockchain technology and digital currency – not just as a tool for financial transactions, but as a capital-raising tool for new businesses through Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). And while...
Businesses are generally are taxed on the income the derived from the state in which they were formed. Generally, this is referred to as a "corporate income tax.” You may be wondering what is the LLC tax rate? Or how is an LLC taxed? In New York, corporate income tax...
When you’re just starting to build your business, your intellectual property is often one of your most valuable assets. That’s why protecting that intellectual property from would-be infringers is one of your top priorities. The problem, though, is that people don’t...
It could be the opportunity of a lifetime. You’ve done your own due diligence and you’ve decided that becoming a franchisee just makes sense. You’re a fan of the franchise and you believe in the product you will be providing - after your own assessment, the numbers...
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If you’re like most people, you’re probably not sure where to begin when it comes to choosing which type of business you should form. Chances are you’ve been advised at one point or another to form either an LLC or an S Corp, and you might not know just what those...
It’s an exciting day when you realize your startup has taken off and you’re ready to bring on help. Finding the right people for your team, however, can be easier said than done. Since you’re likely still running a small operation, you want to make sure you hire...
Many people have the desire to go into business for themselves, but don’t know where to start. The common perception is that you have to start from scratch with an innovative idea and the wherewithal to build a company from the ground up. Sure, many new businesses do...
Facing increased pressure from investors, Uber’s beleaguered chief executive, Travis Kalanick, resigned on June 20 from the ride-hailing giant he co-founded. While Kalanick had already announced plans to take an indefinite leave of absence for family reasons, a...
Most entrepreneurs spend years dreaming of being their own boss and escaping the grind of the 9-to-5 life. The problem for many, though, is that they don’t have an innovation or unique skill around which to launch a new business, but they still crave the small...
All too often, new businesses fail to realize just how valuable their intellectual property is. When it comes to valuing your business, you probably think first of your tangible property, like your physical place of business, your equipment and inventory, and your...
When it comes to financing startups and emerging companies, many people mistakenly equate angel investing with venture capital financing. While both are popular means of funding new businesses and provide much needed capital for companies that are strapped for cash,...
Venture capital is a term that’s frequently thrown around when the discussion turns to getting startups off the ground. While most know that it’s a source of funding, fewer people are familiar with exactly how venture capital financing works. Venture capital is a form...
This article was recently published on The Freelancers Union blog. Being a freelancer is so exciting and gives you the type of freedom you just can’t match by being a traditional employee. But working for yourself also comes with formalities and responsibilities that...
Protecting sensitive company information should be a top priority for any business, but it’s particularly critical for small online businesses that might be susceptible to hacking and other cybersecurity threats. Vigilance is the key, in terms of both your day-to-day...
When it comes to backing start-ups, investors and venture capitalists want to believe they’re investing in the next big thing. This is especially true in the case of tech start-ups and companies who are creating innovative products. In short, investors want to know...
We get it – extra cash can be hard to come by when you’re trying to get your new business off the ground. It can be tempting to cut corners to save a few filing fee dollars, and unfortunately that leads too many entrepreneurs into the trap of relying on automated...
When it comes to starting a business, amassing the necessary funding can feel like an uphill battle. For that reason, some startups naturally consider branching out beyond the traditional forms of investment to get funding wherever they can find it. One such...
Many people think of business value as being made up of your tangible assets, things like profits and equipment and real estate. While that may have historically been true for most traditional brick-and-mortar businesses, many of today’s startups and emerging...
Entering into a new business partnership is an exciting prospect for any entrepreneur. And while it would be great if all businesses were successful, the reality is that many fail for reasons that are avoidable. Before things get off the ground, you should consider...
For many emerging companies, the most valuable assets are ones that aren’t tangible. It’s easy to think of property as only the physical things you use to build your business. In reality, though, the most important building blocks for your company are usually the...
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