AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoGig Economy & Youth Policy: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim says the government is strengthening protections for gig workers via the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) and a new small-business bill, while also pushing financing access for graduates through TEKUN. Local Business Grants: Queens’ QEDC, with Maspeth Federal Savings, is offering five $1,000 flash grants for mom-and-pop shops to cover small fixes like awning repairs or marketing materials; applications are due Sept. 30. City Rules for Customer Experience: New York City Council backs a move to allow year-round “roadway cafes,” aiming to reverse the drop in outdoor dining participation since Dining Out NYC replaced Open Restaurants. Fraud & Payments Safety: A Westpac NZ case shows how quickly scam losses can spiral for small firms—$148,000 transferred after remote-access software—then attempted transfers of nearly $500,000 were stopped when bank staff intervened. Tax Guidance for SMBs: The IRS updated FAQs on business interest expense deductions under section 163(j), including clarifications after recent tax law changes.
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