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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—When the weather cools, it’s a good time for Massachusetts residents to prepare their homes for potential power outages. By taking a few simple steps, you can increase your home’s energy efficiency and help manage monthly bills. Here are some actions to consider:      Quick Fixes for Lower Bills    

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—If you own, work for or care about a small business, good news: The holiday season can be a great time to meet annual business goals. In fact, data from Constant Contact found that half of small and mid-size businesses say holiday sales account for at least 25% of their annual revenue. 

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Technology is making it easier for people to manage their health—in ways that may surprise you.  Wearables in conjunction with health apps are transforming how people manage their health. These tools enable users to monitor vital signs, track healthcare activities, and manage chronic conditions with ease. By providing access to medical information,

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – In today’s tech-driven world, staying up to date with the latest gadgets has become essential, with 77% of Americans prioritizing new technology. If you love everything today’s smartphones or cameras can do, wait until you learn about the specs on another piece of technology that may surprise you: your eyes.

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Sponsored by Office Depot OfficeMax As 2024 winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past year and set intentions and goals to conquer next year. Whether you’re a small business owner, teacher or remote worker, you have plenty of projects on your front and back burners, just

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holidays bring a whirlwind of excitement, sales, and unfortunately also scams. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Week mean increased online transactions, e-commerce traffic, and a heightened focus on fulfilling customer orders — all of which make small businesses, especially micro-businesses, prime targets for cybercriminals. According to Bank

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – By Sarah Acton, Chief Customer Officer at BILL Imagine your neighborhood without any small coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops or craft stores. Would it even have the same feel and personality? Small businesses are what make towns and cities have a truly unique character and sense of community. Small and

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Thanksgiving is late this year, so the holiday shopping season is approaching faster than ever. As you’re making out your gift list, are you concerned about inflation? Amid global uncertainty, what’s the situation with the supply chain? Will the electronics, toys and other must-haves be on the shelves? How are

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holidays are almost here! It means parties and events, hustle and bustle … and figuring out what to buy for everyone on your list. Sometimes it’s hard to get inspired with great ideas that your nears and dears will love at a price you can afford, right? The good

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holidays will be here before you know it, and that means it’s time to compile a list of the perfect gift for everyone in your life. If you need inspiration, don’t worry. Why not make it simple and give everyone technology? There are so many new, next-gen models out

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – For many small businesses, the holiday season is crucial to hitting their yearly financial goals — and for some, it’s make or break. Small business owners project 33% of their total yearly revenue from seasonal shopping this year, and 61% say holiday revenue is a key factor to the success

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, you may be making your list and checking it twice to ensure you don’t forget a single thing this year. Meanwhile, endless options both online and in-store can make it feel overwhelming to find the perfect gift for everyone on your

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Winter is just around the corner. Are you prepared to weather potential power outages? According to data from Climate Central, 80 percent of all major U.S. power outages reported from 2000 to 2023 were caused by weather. Of those weather-related events, 23 percent were specifically caused by winter storms. The

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The idea of working from home rocketed in popularity and is now a preferred way of life for millions of people. But have you ever settled in at your backyard patio table with your laptop, a cup of coffee, and an urgent project for work, only to find your home’s

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Historically, most homes had a stove, furnace and water heater all powered by gas. While gas-fueled appliances have been the norm for decades, more and more U.S. homes are being upgraded for whole-home electrification, or further, built with electrification in mind. In fact, according to a 2023 survey conducted by

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—When you’re struggling to pay bills at home, upgrading to the latest efficient technology can feel out of reach—but it doesn’t have to be.     The Problem     A typical American household spends around $1,900 a year on their energy bills, but for low-income households that’s about 8% of their

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) As smartphones have transformed from simple communication devices to essential tools for navigation, entertainment, productivity, and much more, so too have their vulnerabilities—and the consequences of damage have become more severe. Now central to how we work, connect, and play, a broken smartphone can significantly disrupt daily life. For more than

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving educational needs, teachers across the country are turning to open educational resources (OER) to transform their classrooms. These freely accessible, openly licensed materials are reshaping the landscape of education, offering a host of benefits that empower educators and engage students like

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – You know those people who have their holiday shopping done before Thanksgiving? They have a secret tactic: A theme. One year, they get everyone cozy gifts like pajamas, slippers, soft throws, candles. The next it’s kitchen stuff. This year, one of the hottest trends in holiday giving is technology, and

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holiday season is right around the corner, and if recent retail sales forecasts are any indication, it’s going to be a massive year for small businesses. The Mintel Holiday Shopping Report 2024 predicts U.S. retail sales in November and December will reach upwards of $1.07 trillion and people are

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – As you start checking off everyone on your holiday shopping list, it’s important to remember that more online shopping means more opportunities for cyber scams. But don’t let the Grinch steal your holiday cheer! It’s time to deck the halls with essential cybersecurity tips to ensure a safe and merry

By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – The United States is poised for global leadership in the area of AI and robotics as discussed at the AI+ Robotics Summit hosted by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a nonprofit and nonpartisan initiative with a goal of making recommendations to strengthen America’s long-term competitiveness in AI. The sessions highlighted

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – SunBriteTV, creators of the world’s first all-weather TV for outdoor use, celebrates its 20th anniversary this November. To commemorate delivering a safe, worry-free entertainment experience for two decades, SunBrite is offering world-class savings this winter. In November 2004, the founders of SunBriteTV took matters into their own hands after witnessing

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – By Mary Kay Bowman, EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services at BILL Technology has become so ingrained in our daily routines that it feels like paper checks should already be a thing of the past. In fact, many young adults have never even written one, and many major retailers

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—A bout of COVID-19 or the flu will put a damper on any holiday celebration. One of the most effective ways to help prevent these illnesses is by staying up to date on immunizations. If you haven’t received an annual flu vaccination and updated COVID-19 vaccination yet, it’s not too late to

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Did you know that every 24 hours, electronic devices in your home see an average of 10 attacks? This was one of the shocking revelations from the 2024 IoT Security Landscape Report by global cybersecurity leader Bitdefender and NETGEAR, the leader in advanced networking technologies for homes and businesses. With