Archive for February 2023
Boston-based healthtech company lays off 70 employees
Kyruus is the latest Massachusetts tech company to make layoffs. Read More
Read MoreSherlock plans a 2024 launch for home Covid tests — if there’s a market
Sherlock Biosciences Inc. plans to start commercializing its CRISPR-based Covid-19 tests next year — if there’s still a market for them. Read More
Read MoreGE to move offices to downtown tower as part of wind-down of Boston HQ
The one-time conglomerate is splitting itself into three separate companies, keeping only its Ohio-based aviation business. It had already announced that its energy business will be based in Cambridge. Read More
Read MoreMount Holyoke College names first Black female president
Mount Holyoke College has named the first Black female president in the Western Massachusetts liberal arts school’s 186-year history. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and there’s always a Massachusetts connection
Good morning Boston! Here are five things you need to know to start your day. Plus, did you know Massachusetts jets helped shoot down the suspected Chinese spy balloon? Read More
Read MoreTwo Mass. health care deals involving Tufts, UnitedHealth clear state review
The Health Policy Commission declined to pursue cost and market impact reviews for the acquisition of LHC Group by UnitedHealth Group, and a clinical affiliation between Commonwealth Radiology Associates and Tufts Medical Center. Read More
Read MoreLego offers first glimpse of newly renovated Discovery Center in Somerville
The Lego Discovery Center at Assembly Square in Somerville, which closed last fall for a $12 million renovation, will reopen on April 14, the company says. Here’s a first look inside. Read More
Read MoreYoga apparel chain to open in the Pru after losing Newbury St. lawsuit
Alo Yoga continues to pursue claims in court that a developer violated a lease agreement by denying it space in a new Newbury Street building. Read More
Read MoreCiting ‘challenging economic conditions,’ Drift cuts jobs in Mass.
The Boston-based marketing and sales software maker last week reduced its workforce by 59 roles across every department in the company, including 13 positions based in Massachusetts. Read More
Read MoreSurvey shows increased worry about saving for retirement — even among millionaires
New data from State Street and Natixis Investment Managers suggests wealthy investors are increased worried about retirement. Read More
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