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AI market for small businesses seen hitting $162.75 billion by 2030
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The market for artificial intelligence tools aimed at small and medium businesses is projected to surge from $61.05 billion in 2025 to $162.75 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Senghor Logistics pitches consolidated shipping for smaller importers
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Senghor Logistics is promoting consolidated shipping from China as a way for small and midsize businesses to cut freight, customs and handling costs when sourcing from multiple suppliers.
LINKO spotlights five Chinese DTF printer makers and puts service first
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LINKO has published a 2026 buyer’s guide to five Chinese DTF printer manufacturers, arguing that after-sales support matters more than sticker price for shops that need fast uptime and reliable production.
Five China intimate wellness suppliers buyers are vetting
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International buyers sourcing intimate wellness devices are increasingly judging Chinese suppliers on documentation, compliance and production model fit, not just catalog breadth.
Microlending market seen topping $431.78B by 2030
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The microlending market is projected to grow to $431.78 billion by 2030, driven by financial inclusion efforts, digital lending tools and demand from small businesses and informal entrepreneurs.
Small Business Expo returns to Pasadena with AI sessions and Shark Tank founders
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Los Angeles Small Business Expo comes back to the Pasadena Convention Center on Sept. 30 with more than 100 exhibitors, free admission and sessions on AI, marketing and small-business operations.
AI SEO costs small businesses more at agencies, Seotal study finds
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A new Seotal Research study finds agencies charge a median $750 a month for AI SEO, about 20% more than their regular SEO packages at firms that publish both prices.
Boundless AI lands inside Zoho Books for small-business financing
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Boundless AI has partnered with Zoho Books and related finance apps to let U.S. and Canadian small businesses access non-dilutive capital without leaving Zoho’s workflow.
San Diego Small Business Expo returns Sept. 18 with AI, tax and networking sessions
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The San Diego Small Business Expo is back Friday at Sheraton San Diego Resort with free registration, two keynotes, more than a dozen workshops and an exhibitor hall.
Five China metal stamping manufacturers highlighted for 2026
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A 2026 assessment compares five China-based metal stamping and tooling companies on certification, press capacity, tooling, materials and export reach.
HSIM summit maps AI playbook for North India’s small businesses
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At HSIM’s Digital Business Summit in Karnal, speakers said small businesses are adopting AI tools faster than they are building strategies around them.
Seotal pitches vetted AEO/GEO freelancers for brands chasing AI citations
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Seotal says it is becoming a go-to network for businesses hiring answer engine and generative engine optimization specialists, with vetted freelancers available now from India, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Five China food steamer makers face stricter export scrutiny in 2026
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A 2026 sector review compares five Chinese food steamer manufacturers on footprint, compliance, and export readiness, with Ningbo Jinchang Electronics singled out for its specialist ODM/OEM model and broad documentation claims.
Heikki showcases factory-direct power strip surge protectors at China hardware fair
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Jiangmen Heikki Technology is using the China International Hardware Fair in Shanghai to pitch factory-direct sourcing for power strip surge protectors, extension cords and travel adapters.
Heikki debuts universal power strips at World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention
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Jiangmen Heikki Technology Co., Ltd. unveiled a new universal power strip lineup at the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention in Singapore, aiming to address cross-border plug compatibility, charging, and safety needs.
Japanese Clothing Co details hand-drawn T-shirt design and made-to-order production process
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Japanese Clothing Co says its Japanese-inspired T-shirts are designed by hand, printed only after orders are placed and checked by a person before shipping.
Five China Ethernet cable makers reviewed for 2026 buyers
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A 2026 supplier briefing names five China-based Ethernet cable manufacturers for international distributors and project buyers, with Linoya Electronic Technology highlighted for its broad Cat5e-to-Cat8 portfolio and documented certifications.
Small business loans market seen reaching $7.2 trillion by 2032
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Allied Market Research says the global small business loans market was worth $2.5 trillion in 2023 and is projected to hit $7.2 trillion by 2032, driven by startup growth, digital lending, and government-backed financing.
Five China fastener suppliers highlighted for 2026 sourcing decisions
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Five China-based suppliers are being positioned as reference points for industrial fastener buyers in 2026, as global procurement teams weigh cost, quality, logistics and supply-chain resilience.
Five Chinese packaging firms push sustainable custom packaging
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China’s eco-friendly custom packaging sector is being reshaped by manufacturers that pair certified materials with in-house production control.
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