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Earlier this week, @QuickBooksCA wrapped up its #QBConnect conference. From new features around the Cash Flow Planner to streamlining financial data entry, QuickBooks is giving time back to entrepreneurs to do what they do best. buff.ly/3wRJ6r7

“The country needs small businesses. They’re the backbone of Canada’s economic growth, and they’re anything but small.” --David Marquis #gofurthertogether

As the #QBConnect conference wraps up, we've got everything you need to know. Here's how @QuickBooksCA is empowering entrepreneurs to exit the pandemic ready to scale their business to new heights. buff.ly/3wRJ6r7

Visa is hoping the expanded Connect program will eliminate the "us vs. them" feelings between banks and fintechs. buff.ly/3fQKR0O

The expanded Connect program will bring fintechs closer to banks through a shared marketplace. buff.ly/3fQKR0O

Chewy is expanding its role as the online destination for anything pet-related. buff.ly/3oQjRmv

New reports indicate that Square's new accounts will integrate with the fintech's debit card for businesses. buff.ly/2SpmrUm

Connect With a Vet now offers video consultations, appointment booking functionality, and expanded hours. buff.ly/3oQjRmv

After being granted approval in 2020, it looks like Square's banking options are set to launch later this year. buff.ly/2SpmrUm

Zoom is finally rolling out a new virtual events platform. buff.ly/3oLNyoN

Facebook's new Live Shopping Fridays will run until mid-July. buff.ly/3yqTO9C

Google is expanding Google Pay's reach, partnering with Shopify, and building a new feature into Chrome that detects abandoned shopping carts. buff.ly/3u8qh1m

Facebook is featuring the likes of Sephora and Abercrombie and Fitch on its new live shopping series. buff.ly/3yqTO9C

Google continues to expand its retail capabilities through a partnership with Shopify and new e-commerce features embedded within Chrome. buff.ly/3u8qh1m

Walmart also noted that 12% of its total sales come through online channels. buff.ly/3wgP0BX

Walmart's continued e-commerce growth is significant, as this marks the first YoY earnings report since the online shift brought on by the pandemic. buff.ly/3wgP0BX

Roblox has more than 150 million users, a staggering number Gucci will use to build accessible brand awareness. buff.ly/3eRIRpZ

The partnership gives a new definition to "in-game purchases." buff.ly/3eRIRpZ

The program is one more way for FedEx to demonstrate its commitment to becoming a strong e-commerce player. buff.ly/3eL3F2c

Effective digital banking used to be guided by AI and data analysis. Post-pandemic, it will be judged by meaningful interactions and empathetic design. buff.ly/3f9gFhk