April 30 marks key media, tech, and trade breakthroughs that reshaped how entrepreneurs grow, market, and adapt, proving small shifts can spark massive business change.

Canada launches new tax and tariff policies as small business advocates apply pressure, while global tensions and economic uncertainty reshape the playing field. Today’s 5 @ 5 spotlights the real-world impact of policy, programs, and people on small business resilience.

AI agents surge as MIND raises $8.5M and VIRTUAL’s token jumps 16%, leading today’s AI headlines. Plus, Meta’s new AI app, innovations in crypto risk management, and emerging AI-driven volatility trends.

Tariffs, taxes, labor reforms, and shifting trade alliances dominate today’s headlines, leaving small businesses worldwide scrambling to adjust, survive, and innovate under pressure.

A major new AI infrastructure project could redefine the future of artificial general intelligence. Nvidia launches new Rubin AI chips, RAND calls for a Manhattan Project-style effort on AGI, and OpenAI sharpens its focus. Here’s today’s top AI/AGI news

Canada launches a new tech grant for small businesses as global trade wars and supply chain woes continue. Today’s 5 @ 5 spotlights crucial news impacting small business resilience.

Tariffs and trade tensions dominate headlines in Canada, the U.S., and globally, leaving small businesses to adapt to rising costs, uncertain demand, and shifting supply chains. Today’s roundup highlights the resilience—and pressure—facing entrepreneurs in a turbulent 2025.

Tariffs, new startups, and digital change dominate as small businesses adapt to shifting trade, policy, and trends in Canada, the U.S., and worldwide. Local tax relief, immigration, and global AI summits highlight both the challenges and major opportunities ahead.