AI Marketing Tools: Designkit launched an AI video platform that turns existing product photos into ready-to-use e-commerce and ad videos, aiming to cut the cost and hassle of producing many product variations. Cyber & Privacy: Edelson Lechtzin LLP opened investigations tied to the CSC and Paylogix data breaches, both involving exposure of sensitive personal data and potential compensation for affected people. Local Business & Retail: Valley Eyewear was placed into liquidation with an urgent sale of the business and inventory, while Booktown USA in Anaheim closed after 23 years. E-Commerce Policy Shock: Etsy’s real animal fur ban is forcing independent furriers and vintage sellers to rebuild traffic and shift customers to their own sites. Small-Business Resilience: Small Business Growth Alliance urged owners to create business continuity plans, warning that cyberattacks, supplier issues, and disasters can quickly drain cash. Health Costs: A KFF analysis says employer health plan premiums could rise about 14% in 2027, with small group coverage already shrinking. Internet Access: Sparklight rolled out 2-gig internet to parts of Mississippi’s Delta, though pricing and reach remain open questions. Succession Planning: A new piece highlights succession planning as a core business continuity move for small, founder-dependent companies.