Fed Oversight Shift: The U.S. Federal Reserve is considering raising the asset thresholds that trigger tougher stress-test rules for big banks, potentially easing compliance burdens and encouraging consolidation. AI Skills for SMBs: The Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting free AI training for small businesses through the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Small Business B(AI)sics program. Data Center Cost Pressure: Alabama Sen. Katie Britt cosponsored the Ratepayer Protection Act to stop families and small businesses from subsidizing data centers via separate utility rate standards. Banking & Risk: A new class action targets GoDaddy after a sharp stock drop tied to customer acquisition claims, with an Oct. 26 lead plaintiff deadline. Local Recovery & Jobs: North Carolina Commerce says it’s administering $1.4B in Hurricane Helene recovery funds, including support for housing, infrastructure, and small businesses. Small Biz in the Spotlight: A veteran-owned Detroit-area company (VETTED) released free guides explaining how families can access VA-paid home care. Elections & Small Business: Colorado’s House race coverage highlights candidates’ affordability and “working people” messaging as voters look for change.