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Last update: 8 hours agoAI & Design: Google just moved deeper into the creator tools race with Pics, an AI design app for Google Workspace that generates and edits visuals from simple prompts—aimed squarely at Canva-style workflows. AI Governance Backlash: At the same time, Google’s Gemini is still being positioned as a place ads could land later, raising fresh concerns about “private chat” getting monetized. SMB Pressure & Tools: Lloyds and BankiFi launched a free Making Tax Digital income tax tool inside the Lloyds Business Account, while Bluevine reports 2 in 3 small business owners lose sleep over finances. Entrepreneurship on the Ground: Main Street Roanoke Rapids kicks off WaveMakers (June 8–11) to teach entrepreneurship to middle and high school students. Local Infrastructure & Trust: New Jersey groups are pushing for a moratorium on data centers, citing power, water, and rate impacts. Energy & Compliance: Boston’s BERDO deadline is extended to Aug. 15, but operators are urged to act now to avoid a backlog of costly upgrades.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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