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PayPal Now Accepts Applications For Free Money From The 100% Forgivable PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) For Small Business
Forbes - 15 Apr 2020 05:01
As of now, small businesses can now apply for a potentially 100% forgivable PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loan directly online through PayPal and other fintech providers.
Junior's Cheesecake owner says it's an 'honorable' decision to wait to use small business loans
CNBC - 15 Apr 2020 23:50
"If we take this money and don't treat it like the precious capital that it is ... then we've done a disservice to everyone," Junior's Cheesecake owner Alan Rosen told CNBC.
6 weeks with Animal Crossing: New Horizons reveals many frustrations
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 23:40
Six weeks with Animal Crossing: New Horizons has helped to illuminate some of the game's shortcomings that weren't obvious in our first review.
Holoride taps Russo Brothers and AR/VR pioneers for strategy board
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 22:50
The VR in-car entertainment company has recruited an all-star cast of advisors to take its unique hardware and software platform to the masses.
Indie Megabooth suspends operations amid COVID-19 pandemic
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 20:34
Indie Megabooth announced today that it will be suspending operations due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
WorldGaze uses phone cameras as gaze trackers, helping AIs see context
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 20:22
Utilizing computer vision and simultaneous input from two phone cameras, a new software solution can determine what you're looking at in the real world.
Small business loans top $296 billion and could reach the program's limit by the end of Wednesday
CNBC - 15 Apr 2020 20:10
"It's a tremendous program to keep our business afloat," said one small business owner.
Updated Paycheck Protection Program Loan Regulations: What The Self-Employed And Independent Contractors Need To Know
Forbes - 15 Apr 2020 19:25
Yesterday the SBA gave additional guidance on how the program applies to the Self-Employed and Independent Contractors. So, for those of you in that category who are still applying, here's what you need to know.
The 5 best CBD oil brands in the U.K. (2020)
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 18:52
There are lots of CBD oils to choose from in the U.K. now, making it hard to figure out where to start. This guide will point you in the right direction.
Microsoft plans Planetary Computer to assess the Earth's health
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 18:00
During a press event, Microsoft said it would commit resources toward a Planetary Computer that catalogs and assesses the Earth's health.
Gamescom 2020 likely doomed as Germany limits large gatherings through August
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 17:53
Gamescom 2020's physical event is likely not going forward as the German government plans to limit large gatherings through the end of August.
Uber claims its AI enables driverless cars to predict traffic movement with high accuracy
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 17:50
In a study published on the preprint server Arxiv.org, Uber researchers propose an AI technique that enables cars to predict traffic motion.
IRS Launches Online Tool To Track The Status Of Your Stimulus Payment And Have It Direct Deposited
Forbes - 15 Apr 2020 17:39
If you are eligible to receive a stimulus check from the government as a result of the coronavirus crisis, the IRS is trying to make it easier to determine when your payment will arrive, and how to get it direct deposite...
Apple debuts 2020 iPhone SE with 4.7-inch screen and A13 chip for $399
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 17:02
Though the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro have proved popular, Apple is introducing a more affordable alternative for budget- and size-conscious users.
COVID-19 Aid To Small Business Owners Trickles Out As SBA Clarifies CARES Act Rules For Sole Proprietors
Forbes - 15 Apr 2020 16:56
The SBA has issued new details on how solo proprietors can calculate their income for the Paycheck Protection Program, part of the $2 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package.
Bunch social app surges as people play games remotely together
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 16:15
Bunch created a way for gamers to party up with friends in mobile games, and it's taking off during our time of isolation.
Waze reports 60% drop in miles driven globally during pandemic
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 15:47
Waze has seen a 60% drop in miles driven globally during the COVID-19 pandemic, a number that rises significantly for countries with stricter lockdowns.
PUBG Mobile gets new 'Arctic Mode' that brings a cold front to Vikendi
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 15:34
PUBG Mobile's Arctic Mode forces players to survive a devastating cold front by starting fires and crushing protein-packed poultry.
Google's AI enables robots to make decisions on the fly
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 15:30
In a new study, Google researchers describe a system that makes decisions continuously in response to changes in the environment.
Seek Education uses AR models to teach art, history, and science
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 15:00
An AR company best known for its ecommerce platform is leveraging its 3D engine and models to teach K-12 students about six different subjects.
Awake Security raises $36 million for AI that identifies network threats
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 15:00
Awake Security, a cybersecurity platform that analyzes network traffic to identify and assess internal and external threats, has raised $36 million in a series C round of funding led by Evolution Equity Partners. The fre...
Superplus Games raises $4.7 million to bring player-versus-player competition to casual gamers
Venture Beat - 15 Apr 2020 14:30
Superplus Games has raised $4.7 million to bring player-versus-player competition to casual gamers such as its Hills of Steel series.