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BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Dermatology--Integrated Dermatology has expanded its northeast presence with a new Four Seasons Dermatology office in Rutland, Vermont.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JPMorganChase today announced that Todd Combs, Investment Manager of Berkshire Hathaway, Chief Executive Officer of GEICO and a former member of JPMorganChase’s Board of Directors, will head the $10 billion Strategic Investment Group of the firm’s new Security and Resiliency Initiative (SRI), which the firm recently launched to help companies enhance their growth, spur innovation and accelerate manufacturing, primarily in the United States. Combs, one of the world’s l

SHREVEPORT, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and Red River Bank will award $795,982 to Fuller Center for Housing of NWLA, Volunteers of America North Louisiana, Highland Center and Housing Authority of Shreveport during ceremonial check presentations. The event is part of a multicity tour celebrating $12 million in funding delivered to Louisiana communities through a 25-year partnership between Red River Bank and FHLB Dallas. Together

BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it has arranged a $285,000,000 bridge loan to an affiliate of Madison Realty Capital, to refinance Greenpoint Central, a newly built, 473-unit Class-A multifamily property in Brooklyn’s thriving Greenpoint neighborhood. Walker & Dunlop Capital Markets Institutional Advisory, led by Sean Reimer, Aaron Appel, Jonathan Schwartz, Adam Schwartz, Keith Kurland, Dustin Stolly, Ari Hirt, Cole Grims, and Nicholas Gilhoole

THE WOODLANDS, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Strada unveils the 2025 Global Payroll Complexity Index (GPCI), the industry’s original and most trusted benchmark for global payroll complexity

ATLANTA & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ICE Mortgage Technology, neutral provider of a robust end-to-end mortgage platform and part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), today released its December 2025 ICE Mortgage Monitor Report. The latest analysis reveals servicer refinance retention rose to a 3.5-year high in Q3 2025 as falling interest rates expose homeowner eagerness to reduce monthly payments for lower returns than in past cycles. “Modest rate relief this fall has driven mortgage

PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ: APP) (“AppLovin” or the “Company”), the leading marketing platform, today announced that it will participate in a fireside chat at the Nasdaq 53rd Investor Conference held in association with Morgan Stanley in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:35 a.m. GMT. A webcast of the event will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website at https://investors.applovin.com and a replay will be available fo

NEW YORK & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cantor, a premier global investment bank and part of the Cantor Fitzgerald group of companies, today announced it is expanding its presence in the Middle East and opening a new office in ADGM, the International Financial Centre of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The firm has secured in-principle approval for a Financial Services Permission to carry on Regulated Activities in or from the ADGM. The new office will reinforce Cantor’s ongoing commitment to broad

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Airwallex, a leading global financial platform for modern businesses, raised $330 million in a Series G funding round, led by Addition and with participation from T. Rowe Price, Activant, Lingotto, Robinhood Ventures and TIAA Ventures. The financing values Airwallex at $8 billion, a ~30% increase since its Series F six months ago. The investment will fuel Airwallex’s continued growth in the U.S. and key markets worldwide, while driving expanded AI hiring and prod

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--National Fuel Gas Company Investigated for Breaches of Fiduciary Duty - Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – NFG

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gartner will explore “Autonomous Finance: Building Resilient, AI-Driven, and Value-Centric Enterprises” during the Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCPK: EGRX) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders. If you currently own Eagle stock and are a long-term shareholder, you may be able to seek corporate governance reforms, the return of funds back to the company, a court-approved financial incentive award, or other relief and benefits. Please click here to learn more about yo

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders. If you currently own Lifecore stock and are a long-term shareholder, you may be able to seek corporate governance reforms, the return of funds back to the company, a court-approved financial incentive award, or other relief and benefits. Please click here to learn more about

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Klarna Group plc (NYSE: KLAR) resulting from allegations that Klarna may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. So What: If you purchased Klarna securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Ro

AI ethics and data transparency are crucial. With widespread AI adoption, customers expect authenticity and disclosure. Small businesses must be transparent about their use of AI and ensure generated content and data practices align with their brand’s values.

Ethics and transparency using AI should not only be a priority for small businesses, nor is it just a technology decision — but more importantly, it is a values and trust imperative.

It is tempting for small business owners to think of AI simply as a productivity hack — a quick win: faster marketing copy, automated customer service, better analytics. And certainly, AI offers undeniable advantages. But the stakes of “getting it wrong” are surprisingly high.

• Even a small misstep — a biased hiring recommendation, a data breach, or misleading AI-generated content — can damage trust that a small business spent years building. Without big budgets for PR or legal teams, recovering from a breach of trust is often more costly than the gains from automation.
• Many AI tools operate as “black boxes”: their decisions and outputs are not easily explainable — which leads to problems when customers or stakeholders ask why a decision was made. For small businesses especially, this opacity can undermine accountability.
• Customers today are increasingly aware and sensitive about data privacy and ethical use. If a business collects or uses personal data without clear consent — or misuses that data — it risks not only legal trouble but a loss of brand goodwill.

For small businesses wanting to adopt AI responsibly, here are a handful of guiding principles that should shape every decision.

• Transparency & Honesty — Be upfront about where and how AI is used. If you use a chatbot to interact with customers, or AI-generated copy for marketing, let people know. Do not hide AI behind vague statements; make it part of your brand narrative.
• Data Privacy & Minimalism — Collect only the data that is necessary; avoid hoarding sensitive or personal information if it is not essential. Use anonymization or minimal data retention where possible.
• Human Oversight & Accountability — Always have a human “in the loop.” AI can assist — but humans make final decisions. That way, you own the outcomes, and can correct or override AI mistakes.
• Fairness & Bias Awareness — Recognize that AI learns from data — if your data reflects societal bias or sampling bias, the AI can magnify those biases. Use diverse data sets, regularly audit outcomes, and be alert to unfair or discriminatory patterns.
• Governance & Clear Policies — Create simple AI-use policies tailored to your business’s size and needs. Even a one-page “acceptable use” policy — covering what data can be used, what tools are allowed, and how AI outputs are reviewed — is often enough for a small business.

Ensuring AI Aligns with Your Brand

• AI-generated content can be efficient, but it must reflect your authentic voice and values. This requires active management and oversight.
• Establish content guidelines: Before using AI to create marketing materials, customer communications, or social media posts, develop clear guidelines about tone, style, and messaging. What would you never say to a customer? What phrases or approaches feel authentically “you”? These boundaries guide AI usage.
• Implement review processes: AI-generated content should never go out without human review. Someone who understands your brand should check that AI outputs align with your values, do not contain errors, and genuinely serve your audience. This review process is not just about catching mistakes—it is about maintaining your authentic voice.
• Train AI on your values: most AI tools allow customization. Feed them examples of your best communications, your brand guidelines, and your customer service principles. The more you train AI on what makes your business unique, the better it will reflect your brand.

Looking Ahead

• AI technology will continue evolving, and so must your ethical practices. What’s transparent and appropriate today may need adjustment tomorrow. Build flexibility into your approach.
• Stay informed about AI developments, emerging regulations, and changing customer expectations. Join industry groups, follow trusted sources, and network with other small business owners navigating similar challenges.
• Remember that ethics and transparency are not obstacles to AI adoption, they are the foundation for sustainable, trusted AI integration. Small businesses that prioritize these values will build stronger customer relationships, have more engaged employees, and extra resilient operations.
• The businesses that thrive in the AI era will not necessarily be those with the most sophisticated technology. They will be those that use technology in ways that honor their values, respect their customers, and maintain the authentic relationships that have always been the heart of small business success.

Your approach to AI ethics and transparency is an opportunity to demonstrate what makes your business special. Use it well, and AI becomes not just a tool for efficiency, but a way to deepen trust and strengthen the connections that matter most.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FI #classactionlawsuit--The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Fiserv, Inc. (“Fiserv” or the “Company”) (NYSE:FI) securities during the period of July 23, 2025 through October 29, 2025, inclusive (“the Class Period”). If you suffered a loss on your Fiserv investments, you have until January 5, 2026 to request lead plaintiff appointment. For more information: [CONTACT THE FIRM IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS] What Is

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of investors in cryptocurrency issued by Balancer (ticker: BAL), resulting from allegations that Balancer may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. So What: If you purchased Balancer cryptocurrency you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA releases its Business Development Company Ratings Compendium, which looks at results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, and 2026 Outlook. In this quarter’s Compendium, KBRA reviews the financial performance of our rated business development companies (BDCs) in a landscape characterized by ongoing competitive pressures, declining but still high base interest rates, and distribution yield preservation. Credit performance across KBRA’s rated BDC universe rema

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--National shareholder rights law firm Hagens Berman has opened an investigation into ALT5 Sigma Corporation (NASDAQ: ALTS) following a cascade of regulatory and management failures that led to the company’s stock cratering nearly 80%. The investigation focuses on whether ALT5 misled investors about the stability and reliability of its financial reporting and internal controls—specifically in the context of its $1.5 billion registered offering in mid-August. Just t

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PRGO #classactionlawsuit--The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Perrigo Company plc (“Perrigo” or the “Company”) (NYSE:PRGO) securities during the period of February 27, 2023 through November 4, 2025, inclusive (“the Class Period”). If you suffered a loss on your Perrigo investments, you have until January 16, 2026 to request lead plaintiff appointment. For more information: [CONTACT THE FIRM IF YOU SUFFERED