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Google launched its disavow tool in 2012 to help websites exclude incoming links from affecting organic rankings. At the time, Google was fighting “link spam,” the practice of obtaining low-grade links and link-building tactics. Google made it clear that websites should use the disavow tool only after receiving a manual penalty notice via Webmaster Tools (now Search Console) and only when that penalty was related to backlinks, stating: You should disavow backlinks only if: 1. You have a considerable number of spammy, artificial, or low-quality links pointing to your site, AND 2. The links have caused a manual action, or…

HR software company Lattice, founded by Sam Altman’s brother Jack Altman, became the first to give digital workers official employee records but canceled the move just 3 days later. Lattice CEO Sarah Franklin announced on LinkedIn that Lattice “made history to become the first company to lead in the responsible employment of AI ‘digital workers’ by creating a digital employee record to govern them with transparency and accountability.” Franklin said “digital workers” will be securely onboarded, trained, and assigned goals, performance metrics, appropriate systems access, and even an accountable manager.” If you think this move to anthropomorphize AI is a…

Thrasio’s hypergrowth during the pandemic landed the ecommerce aggregator in bankruptcy. Now it’s back and on a path to profitability, according to newly-minted CEO Stephanie Fox. The dramatic explosion of ecommerce sales during the pandemic resulted in Thrasio buying one company per week at its peak to reach about 180 brands. It got too big, too fast, and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February, from which it emerged in June. As part of its rebirth, the aggregator is winnowing its holdings to about 50 brands, selling them off where viable or otherwise winding them down. “We’ve been given that…

Last year, shoppers spent $9.12 billion on Black Friday—the discount and deals holiday immediately following Thanksgiving. But it’s not just the big brands that benefit—small businesses also can take advantage of the annual shopping extravaganza, if they prepare wisely. And if there’s one group of experts who know the magic of Black Friday ecommerce and Shopify, it’s Shopify Partners; the professionals providing services in the Shopify Experts marketplace and building apps for the Shopify App Store. We reached out to these experts to get their advice on how to best prepare for Black Friday as a small business owner in 2023. Here’s what they say are the…

July 14th, 2024: A recent video showing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman behind the wheel of a Koenigsegg Regera, a hypercar valued at over $1.9 million, has ignited a heated debate on social media. The footage, whicth quickly went viral, raised questions about the financial practices of OpenAI, originally established as a non-profit organization. The Koenigsegg Regera, a limited-edition sports car produced by Swedish automaker Koenigsegg, is known for its exclusivity and high price tag. Only 85 models have been manufactured since its 2015 launch, with some units fetching up to $3.7 million at auction. The video prompted a response from…

July 14th, 2024: A recent video showing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman behind the wheel of a Koenigsegg Regera, a hypercar valued at over $1.9 million, has ignited a heated debate on social media. The footage, which quickly went viral, raised questions about the financial practices of OpenAI, originally established as a non-profit organization. The Koenigsegg Regera, a limited-edition sports car produced by Swedish automaker Koenigsegg, is known for its exclusivity and high price tag. Only 85 models have been manufactured since its 2015 launch, with some units fetching up to $3.7 million at auction. The video prompted a response from…

July 14th, 2024: A recent video showing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman behind the wheel of a Koenigsegg Regera, a hypercar valued at over $1.9 million, has ignited a heated debate on social media. The footage, which quickly went viral, raised questions about the financial practices of OpenAI, originally established as a non-profit organization. The Koenigsegg Regera, a limited-edition sports car produced by Swedish automaker Koenigsegg, is known for its exclusivity and high price tag. Only 85 models have been manufactured since its 2015 launch, with some units fetching up to $3.7 million at auction. The video prompted a response from…

Cash is king and a bank account full of cash feels good. But what happens when your cash dries up? Do you reach for the company credit card to cover everyday business expenses? Although a credit card is the convenient solution for a cash shortfall, it also has downsides to watch out for, including getting locked into a frustrating debt trap. One way you can find yourself neck-deep in credit card debt is via credit card floats. Here’s everything you need to know about credit card floats, plus how to avoid them. What is a credit card float in finance?…

What if you could get a financial reward for purchases you already made? That’s essentially the idea behind cash back.  Consumers love cash-back rewards programs for the small discounts they offer on everyday purchases, like groceries and dining out. For businesses, cash back can mean shaving a bit off your costs for things like shipping, office supplies, and travel.  Below, you’ll learn how cash back works and some of the best cash-back programs out there. What is cash back? Many credit and debit cards offer cash-back rewards programs, which refund a small percentage of cash for every qualifying purchase. The…

Are you ready to captivate your customers and elevate your home goods brand to new heights? We get it! When it comes to home decor and accessories, creating compelling offers can be the key to winning over your audience. Whether you’re an experienced marketer or a beginner, mastering the art of crafting and testing offers can distinguish your brand from the competition.But you might be wondering–how do I create compelling offers for my home goods brand, and then what is the best way to test it? We can help you with that. In this blog post, we’ll explain the steps to…