Archive for January 2022
Viewpoint: Telehealth is critical, and insurance coverage of it must continue
CEO of Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center writes that insurance companies should continue to support telehealth, which has been game-changing for the most vulnerable patients. Read More
Read MoreBoston-based Dianthus acquires startup that ‘clones’ pets into stuffed animals
Dianthus’ deal with Cuddle Clones is the startup’s second acquisition and its first in the pet space. Read More
Read MoreFour-day workweek gaining traction during Great Resignation
Businesses are searching for ways to avoid burnout and boost retention. Perhaps fewer workdays can help. Read More
Read MoreMedical-imaging software startup raises $150M six months after previous VC round
Iterative Scopes, the MIT spinout developing AI-powered software that can analyze gastrointestinal images and videos, is catching the eyes of major pharmaceutical companies, physicians and, increasingly, investors. Read More
Read MoreEarly-stage VC firm Unusual Ventures to open Boston office
Lars Albright joined the firm earlier this month as general partner. Albright is known as the former co-founder and CEO of Boston-based SessionM Inc., acquired by Mastercard Inc. (NYSE: MA) in 2019. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and a word about Wordle
Good morning. Here are the five things you need to know to start your busy workday, plus a word about Wordle and an elevator for a cat. Read More
Read More#WFH Chronicles: One reason why we can’t have nice things
A good ol’ fashioned snow day is just the latest example of all the pandemic has taken from us. Read More
Read MoreStaffing software developer acquires Cleveland startup
Able’s 40 or so employees — all of whom have been working remotely for a year and a half — will be employed by the acquirer. Read More
Read MoreViewpoint: Can a Christian flag fly at City Hall? The Supreme Court will have to decide
There are three flagpoles outside Boston City Hall. One flies the United States flag. Another flies the Massachusetts state flag. What can – and can’t – fly from the third is an issue that the Supreme Court is reviewing. Read More
Read MorePPP, EIDL fraud top list of SBA management challenges
The SBA’s Inspector General highlighted how billions of dollars have been recovered and how the agency is still working to address fraud. Read More
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