The MonsterInsights website has been attacked, reportedly hacked, and is sending phishing emails to its customers. The free version of MonsterInsights is installed on over two million websites and is believed to be installed on a total of three million…
Let’s put a lazy myth to rest: AI hasn’t made branding obsolete. The idea that designers or strategists are “going broke” misses the point of what branding really is. A brand is not a logo factory. It’s a system that…
The United States government has issued a national security legal order to Anthropic to suspend access to its new Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models. The order effectively requires Anthropic to bar access to everyone, as it would be…
by Diana Rocca, founder of DERROC marketing strategy Early traction is often the result of the founder’s sheer force of will. In the beginning, you gain customers through personal networks, high-touch sales, and a product that solves an immediate problem.…
If you’re looking for a job while trying to start a side business, you’re probably experiencing a unique type of mental tug of war. One hour, you write CVs and prepare for interviews. The next moment, you’re brainstorming product ideas,…
Google is complying with a new Tennessee law that makes it liable to small businesses if they blacklist search results or remove their reviews. The new law is part of a broader societal concern about large tech monopolies potentially harming…
Criminal charges can often carry a heavy burden that goes well beyond the legal realm. They can impact careers and reputations, and even damage family structures. Christopher Combs, Missouri and Illinois criminal lawyer has built his firm, Combs Waterkotte, to…
Marketers have wondered for years whether consumers are ready to buy thanks to AI. New research from Invoca suggests that this question has largely been answered. The bigger issue is whether brands are ready to meet customer expectations created by…
Google has launched Info Agents in Search for AI Ultra subscribers, covering all AI Mode languages and markets. Robby Stein, vice president of products for Google Search, announced the availability in a post on and said access would be expanded…
Key takeaways Email marketing offers small businesses a cost-effective way to build direct relationships with customers and generate long-term growth. Setting clear goals and tracking performance metrics helps businesses measure success and improve future campaigns. Creating permission-based email lists increases…
