March 2020

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Loans for Small Businesses affected by Corona

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced an assistance program offering monetary relief to small businesses affected by the coronavirus outbreak. NY’s small businesses will be entitled to corona rehab loan Businesses with fewer than 100 employees can apply for an interest-free loan up to $75,000. The loans are intended for businesses in the service industry, like restaurants and caterers, that have kept employees on payroll and seen a decline in revenues. The repayment plan for the loan is…


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A Business Model that Works (and Thrives) During a Pandemic

As Americans are under strict orders to stay home to curb the spread of the Coronavirus, businesses offering virtual experiences, online resources, or delivery services are able to do exceptionally well. Meal delivery services, like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh are seeing significant growth in customers. With cooking being a favorite pastime (and necessity), it is no wonder that consumers are looking for ways to prepare healthful and hearty meals with none of the shopping, hassle, or…


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First Financial Innovation Symposium in NY

Linda A. Lacewell, New York’s Department of Financial Services Superintendent announced that the Department of Financial Services (DFS) will hold its first Symposium on Financial Innovation and Inclusion in 2020, during New York Fintech Week. New York set to host first Symposium on Financial Innovation and Inclusion The meeting is designed to bring the fintech ecosystem together: stakeholders, policymakers, regulators, innovators, established financial institutions, investors, and those representing consumer perspectives. “New York is the capital…


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Easier Housing Searches for New York Apartment Seekers

Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered long-term room rental platform Badi is now working in New York City. Badi joins a few other platforms, including Spareroom, Roomster, and Roomi, looking to help pair dwelling seekers with appropriate housing. Bondi making it easier for NYC apartment seekers Badi has over two million users on the European app. The successful New York City pilot in late 2019 is being fully launched across the Big Apple. The app’s algorithm compiles data points of…


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New Golf Greens in New York

Topgolf Entertainment is opening its first New York location. The new three-level Topgolf venue will open in Suffolk County, New York. It is slated to be a tech-driven place to play through point-scoring games, with 102 bays and a chef-driven menu. The climate-controlled outdoor space will have year-round activities for all age groups. New York is getting its first Topgolf venue Expected to generate some 500 jobs, Topgolf is also slated to offer golf lessons…