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How to find early Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals from small businesses [Video]
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How to find early Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals from small businesses [Video]

As Amazon gears up for its highly anticipated Prime Big Deal Days, savvy shoppers can get a head start on savings by exploring exclusive offers from small businesses. Amazon has long been committed to showcasing and supporting independent sellers on its platform, and this years event promises even more opportunities to discover unique products while supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.Amazon says more than 60% of its sales come from independent sellers. These sellers range from Black-owned and women-owned businesses to military-family-owned brands, offering a diverse array of products that cater to every shoppers needs.And they’re leaning into those independent sellers in their next major sales event.Amazon Prime Big Deal Days will take place from Oct. 8-9. But shoppers can already take advantage of early deals from select small businesses. For instance, visit amazon.com/smallbusinessdeals to find early deals such as:Up to 20% off select products from Tally TumblerUp to 30% off select products from Made by Johnny and Bodhi DogUp to 48% off select products from KeraniqueSome other deals we found include:During Prime Big Deal Days, which typically feature steep discounts across a vast range of categories, keeping an eye on small business deals can lead to discovering hidden gems and exclusive products. By visiting amazon.com/smallbusinessdeals and exploring the dedicated section for small business offers, shoppers can secure great deals before the official start of the event.

Boeing CEO says the company will furlough employees soon to preserve cash during labor strike [Video]
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Boeing CEO says the company will furlough employees soon to preserve cash during labor strike [Video]

Boeings CEO said Wednesday that the company will begin furloughing a large number of employees to conserve cash during the strike by union machinists that began last week. Chief Executive Kelly Ortberg said the people who would be required to take time off without pay starting in the coming days include executives, managers and other

Uber introduces verified rider badge to improve safety for drivers and passengers [Video]
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Uber introduces verified rider badge to improve safety for drivers and passengers [Video]

Uber is rolling out a new feature that it says will help keep both riders and drivers safer.Starting Wednesday, Uber drivers will see when a rider is verified. The company says the verification involved cross-checking a riders account information given at signup, like a name or phone number, against third-party data.If Uber cant validate that information, users can choose to upload a government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or a passport. The company says it may also ask for a selfie. Once information is verified, riders will receive a blue verified badge. Uber says the design came in response to driver feedback about wanting to know more about who is getting in their car. The new feature is optional. If users decide not to provide an ID and selfie, you wont get a verified badge, but youll still be able to take rides with Uber.However, because drivers will see a riders verified badge when choosing to accept a trip, if not verified, it may lead to longer ETAs and pickup times.Uber says drivers will only see a riders first name, star rating, verified rider badge and trip details. Additionally, the company is moving forward with a record my ride feature for drivers. Now, drivers in all 50 states have access to this tool, helping to give them an extra layer of protection on their trips. Every recording is encrypted and stored directly on drivers devices. The rideshare giant says no one not Uber, not riders, not drivers can access it unless a driver chooses to send it in for review.