Gig Economy Under Scrutiny: Potential IRS Focus and Its Impact on Small Businesses
Tech and Business News Roundup
ASUS has entered the gaming laptop market with the launch of the ASUS V16 (V3607), boasting cutting-edge features for an immersive gaming experience.
Meanwhile, ASUS has also unveiled a new range of motherboards for both Intel and AMD platforms, promising to deliver the latest technology.
In other news, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organisations (PNPs) in Louisiana. This decision comes following the mass casualty incident that occurred in New Orleans' French Quarter on January 1.
Elsewhere, a Florida man named Matthew Brown, owner of Elite Payroll in Martin County, has pleaded guilty to employment tax fraud and filing a false tax return.
The Kaplan Group's new study has highlighted the rising popularity of side hustles and entrepreneurial spirit in the United States.
Dell Technologies has announced an AI-powered PC portfolio, aiming to enhance productivity for users.
OpenAI has introduced a new subscription tier for ChatGPT, offering access to its most advanced models at a cost.
Retail foot traffic in the U.S. saw a slight increase in 2024, rising 0.4% YoY, according to Placer.ai.
A recent survey by SmartBuyGlasses.com has shed light on the evolving expectations of U.S. consumers for their online shopping experiences in 2025. Shoppers want faster delivery, eco-friendly practices, and immersive technologies to define the future of e-commerce.
The federal court in California has granted the IRS permission to seek the identities of gig economy workers on digital platforms, such as freelancers, side-hustlers, and gig workers. The IRS is using "John Doe summons" to demand information from third parties, including gig platforms or payment processors, to identify individuals who may not be reporting income properly. However, there is no direct mention of JustAnswer as one of the targeted platforms in the available search results.
Meta has announced sweeping changes to its content moderation policies, including the end of its third-party fact-checking program in the United States and transitioning to a Community Notes model.
Lastly, HP Solutions has announced expanded offerings, including upgraded support services and certified refurbished hardware.
A new survey by DHL Express reveals a mixed outlook for U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) heading into 2025. The report shows optimism about growth tempered by concerns over regulatory shifts and global market volatility.
[1] IRS Targets Gig Economy Workers on Digital Platforms with John Doe Summonses, Tax Notes, 2025. [4] IRS Issues John Doe Summons to Gig Economy Platforms, Forbes, 2025.
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