Everyone’s comparing AI chatbots — but what happens when one of them is not a chatbot at all? 

An application tracking system (ATS) is part of many organizations’ recruitment tech stack. Although they’re frequently seen in corporate settings, small businesses and mid-market companies also use them fairly extensively. 

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated LGND and Channel Therapeutics Corporation CHRO on Thursday signed a definitive merger agreement to combine Ligand’s wholly owned subsidiaries, Pelthos Therapeutics Inc. and LNHC, Inc. (collectively Pelthos) with CHRO Merger Sub Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Channel. The merger will be supported by $50 million in capital raised from a group of strategic investors led by Murchinson. Under the merger agreement, Channel will acquire 100% of Pelthos’ issued and outstanding equity interests, change its name to Pelthos Therapeutics, and trade on the NYSE American exchange under the ticker PTHS. Also Read: Analyst Sees Big Upside In…

Key Takeaways Evolving Landscape: Small businesses must adapt to rapid changes in technology, consumer preferences, and global challenges to thrive by 2030. Technological Integration: Embracing artificial intelligence and digital marketing tools can streamline operations and enhance customer engagement, helping businesses to adjust effectively. Sustainability Matters: Prioritizing eco-friendly practices is crucial, as consumers increasingly favor brands that demonstrate environmental responsibility. E-Commerce Growth: Building a strong online presence is essential for reaching broader markets, with e-commerce projected to continue expanding significantly. Navigating Challenges: Small businesses face financial pressures and regulatory changes, making proactive planning and adaptability critical for sustained success. Leveraging Niche…

by Stacy Jackson April 16, 2025 Bank of America claimed its company’s intent was not to avoid any payments to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Bank of America faces a $540 million bill after a federal judge ordered the financial institution to pay up on Monday amid a federal lawsuit. The ruling comes after the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation lawsuit accused the mega U.S. bank of failing to pay the complete amount it owed for deposit insurance. According to a press release, U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan’s 59-page decision resolves a long-running lawsuit filed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most founders have zero interest in becoming celebrity CEOs — in fact, many of us actively avoid it. Yet, the personal branding industry has been projecting the same message for years: Be the face of your industry, become the #1 name everyone recognizes, and build your personal platform above all else. This advice is everywhere, and it’s become the dominant narrative. But here’s what I’ve discovered working with high-level CEOs and founder-CEOs: Many of us want the exact opposite. We want our company to be the industry-dominating name, not ourselves. We’re building…

The Trump administration has requested that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to strip Harvard University of its tax-exempt status. This request was made on Wednesday, following a suggestion by President Donald Trump. What Happened: The inquiry was directed to Andrew De Mello, the IRS’s acting chief counsel, by the Treasury Department. This move comes after Trump criticized Harvard on Truth Social, questioning its adherence to public interest criteria required for tax-exempt entities, reported The Hill. Trump wrote on his social network on Tuesday, “Perhaps Harvard should lose its Tax Exempt Status and be Taxed as a Political Entity if it keeps pushing political, ideological, and terrorist inspired/supporting…

Key Takeaways Understand Your Audience: Gaining insights into customer behavior, market trends, and competitive strategies is vital for enhancing online sales. Optimize the Sales Funnel: Focus on the stages of Awareness, Interest, Desire, and Action to effectively guide customers toward purchasing. Utilize Effective SEO Techniques: Optimize website content and structure to increase visibility and attract targeted traffic, thereby boosting potential sales. Leverage Social Media Marketing: Engage with audiences through compelling content and targeted advertising to drive conversions and enhance brand visibility. Enhance Customer Experience: Streamline the checkout process and employ personalized marketing strategies to improve customer satisfaction and reduce cart…

by Stacy Jackson April 16, 2025 Personal data of suspected immigrants that is normally protected is now being handed over at the request of the U.S. DOGE Service In the Trump administration’s search for undocumented immigrants, federal agencies are being pressed by United States DOGE Service officials to hand over personal data on where individuals work, study, and live. As DOGE eagerly pursues its mission to remove undocumented immigrants from federal housing and employment, the pressure is on for federal agencies like the Social Security Administration, Internal Revenue Service, and Education Department, who have been asked to release personal information…

Universal is opening its long-awaited Epic Universe theme park to the public on May 22 in Orlando, Florida. The park was first announced in 2019 and cost around $7 billion to create, per CNBC. Casandra Matej, CEO of Visit Orlando, told CNBC the new park is “the first major, entirely new theme park in the U.S. in 25 years.” Research seen by the outlet from Sean Snaith, director of the University of Central Florida’s Institute for Economic Forecasting, found that within one year of opening, the new park could generate around $2 billion for Florida and create more than 17,500…