Archive for May 2021
Robotics startup aims to create ‘Jetsons’-like future
“I grew up watching the Jetsons, waiting to see the day where our world is as futuristic as theirs. It never happened, so I’m doing it on my own,” CEO Haitham Al-Beik said. Read More
Read More‘Do I have to return to the office?’ Here’s how employers can address the high-stakes question
With 30% of employees saying they’ll change jobs if forced to return to the office on a permanent basis, return-to-work strategy is a high-stakes game for employers. Here’s how experts say they should tackle the big question. Read More
Read MoreMetromile adopts bitcoin for paying premiums and claims
The acceptance of bitcoin was driven by customer requests, the auto insurer said. Read More
Read MoreMental health in construction: Why we all should be talking about it.
Op-ed: Construction safety means not only physical safety, but also having access to offsite resources that prevent and treat mental-health concerns such as depression, addiction and anxiety, which go beyond what the eye can see. Read More
Read MoreForm D Friday: Female-led wearable sensor maker raises funds
Form D Friday is a Boston Business Journal feature highlighting regulatory filings from Boston-area companies raising capital for new projects or expanding their businesses. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and gift ideas for Mom, or you
Good morning, Boston — Happy Friday and Happy Mother’s Day Weekend. Here are the 5 Things You Need to Know, plus axe-throwing tips, birthday wolves, chicken wings, numbers to know and a new Boston gift shop for you. Read More
Read MoreHancock parent aims for ‘net zero’ emissions from investments
To curtail emissions from its investments, Manulife will take a sector-by-sector approach, starting with power generation and other industries with a significant amount of carbon emissions. Read More
Read MoreFormer Globe editor, CDC chief among 2021’s college commencement speakers
Last year, the coronavirus pandemic wiped out a spring season’s worth of notable college commencement speakers. This year, the tradition returns with a new slate of speakers — even if their many of talks will be given remotely. Here’s a selection of some of the most notable names. Read More
Read More5 Minutes With … Jim Geraghty of Morgan Stanley
On May 11, Geraghty will be honored by the Robert F. Kennedy Children’s Action Corps with the Embracing the Legacy award during the agency’s annual Embracing the Legacy online celebration. Read More
Read MoreHow companies can incentivize the Covid-19 vaccine without running afoul of employment law
Employment law attorneys say there are some pitfalls to keep in mind for businesses looking to incentivize the vaccine. Read More
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