In August, Google entered into a $2.7 billion deal AI Character.AI chatbot launch. The official reason? Obtaining a license to use Character technology. The unofficial reason? According to one Wednesday's Wall Street Journal reportthe consensus within Google is that the tech giant primarily wanted to rehire a former employee who left in 2021 after creating…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For many businesses, growth often requires strategic moves, such as mergers and acquisitions. While these can be exciting opportunities, integrating two separate teams into one cohesive unit can tend to be frustrating. Overseeing the recent merger between my company, UptimeHealth, and our newly acquired company, Dental Whale,…

Imagine wearing a pair of glasses and a bracelet that tracks your thoughts by sensing electrical impulses from your skin. Instantly, your field of vision overlaps with the digital world. You see holograms (3D digital avatars of real people), you can project your own hologram, you can even answer calls and play games while still…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Let's face it—as a small or medium-sized business owner, you're likely inundated with messages about the transformative power of artificial intelligence. The promise of increased efficiency, improved customer experiences and data-driven decision-making is enticing. However, the road to implementing AI can seem daunting, especially considering the costs…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In entrepreneurship, I suggest a shift in mindset from the traditional narrative of perseverance and struggle to a more pragmatic approach. Entrepreneurs often praise their ability to endure challenges and overcome obstacles, but I believe that entrepreneurship should be seen more as project management. In this view,…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Local search engine optimization (SEO) is one of the most important aspects of SEO strategy. For many businesses, the local community makes up most or all of their customer base. But even for larger businesses with multiple locations, local SEO is a powerful tool to help your…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Knowingly or unknowingly, we are all being evaluated by the four C's Networking. The four C's are credibility, competence, clarity and connection – these are the elements that are necessary to develop a strong personal referral network. When you meet a stranger, you likely ask yourself one…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Early entrepreneurs are advised to say “no” if they want to be successful. But if I had taken this advice earlier in my career, I would be a network engineer sitting in a cold 50ºF server room instead of running my own business. I can understand where…

Peter Riggs saved Pita Pit once. But can he do it twice? Two decades ago, Riggs was a student at the University of Idaho and loved his hometown Pita Pita. After graduation, he and some friends bought several franchises in California and then sought a statewide development deal. Instead, the Canadian-based company asked them to…

If one were to find a $7,000 Dior bag selling for $1,700, one might be suspicious. That's why, for mother-daughter duo Dianne and Gabrielle Melillo, delivery business it's not just about good merchandise. It's about trust. “We work in an area where our items are pre-owned,” says Gabrielle. “Our customers have to trust us and…