Archive for July 2019
COO, CTO at Wayfair announce retirements
Two executives at e-commerce giant Wayfair are stepping down, the company announced Wednesday, after the close of markets. Read More
Read MoreBizSpotlight: Matter
Matter announced the launch of its live video init Read More
Read More3 myths to bust about breaking up ‘big tech’
Advocates and opponents of breaking up big technology firms are falling prey to some serious misconceptions. Read More
Read MoreKleiner Perkins leads another financing round of Framingham-based startup
One of the most prominent Silicon Valley VC firms, known for being among the backers of Google, Slack and Spotify, is reconfirming its interest in a local early-stage startup by pouring more capital in a newly announced round of funding. Read More
Read MoreCannabis regulators extend Boston office lease at nearly $27K a month
The Cannabis Control Commission has re-upped the lease for its temporary digs in the Financial District, but expects to move into its Boston satellite office next month and get settled into its new Worcester headquarters by the end of 2019. Read More
Read MorePower problem results in Blue Line delays for commuters
Commuters who rely on the MBTA Blue Line were forced to choose between taking shuttle buses and finding alternative forms of transportation on Wednesday morning after a power issue stalled train service for roughly two hours. Read More
Read MoreDock Square garage proposal atop Hard Rock Cafe clears final city hurdle
The Boston Zoning Commission has approved a sharply criticized proposal to put condominiums atop a parking garage near Faneuil Hall. Read More
Read MoreSomerville Hospital to close emergency room, open urgent care clinic
Hospital officials say the decision is part of a changing strategy for the facility to better address the heath care needs of the community. Read More
Read MoreHere’s why Bank of America’s CEO likes his execs on other companies’ boards
He sees time in the boardroom as valuable for a future CEO, including his own replacement. “When I think about succession for me down the road, you’re looking for people who have had a range of experience,” he said. Read More
Read MoreExpansion of MBTA’s late-night bus service welcomed by restaurateurs
An expansion of late-night bus service being touted by the MBTA this week is getting a thumbs up from restaurateurs in Massachusetts. Read More
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