Archive for August 2025
Mass. drivers to receive restitution from Uber, Lyft based on new earnings formula
After the attorney general’s settlement with Uber and Lyft last year, payment notices to eligible drivers started going out on August 1. Read More
Read MoreCities grapple with short-term rental rules as 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches
As World Cup host cities prepare for an influx of visitors, some may reconsider their stance on short-term rentals. Read More
Read MoreANNOUNCING: Here are the members of the 2025 BBJ 40 Under 40 class (PHOTOS)
This year’s 40 Under 40 honorees have distinguished themselves in the community and in their industries. Check out this year’s class. Read More
Read MoreThe Barr Foundation names new president
Jim Canales, who held the role for over 11 years, announced in January he plans to step down. Read More
Read MoreBoston developer breaks ground on $90M East Boston housing project
A Boston developer is starting work on its latest East Boston project building new homes on a former industrial property. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know, and top 10 worst breaches of commuting etiquette
Here are the five things you need to know in local business news to start your workday, including Fenway workers’ UK trip, Mass. companies on the Inc. 5000, MBTA at night and the top 10 worst breaches of commuting etiquette Read More
Read MoreFenway workers fly to Liverpool to petition John Henry for negotiation help
Fenway Park concession workers are taking their labor dispute across the Atlantic in hopes of a face-to-face meeting with Red Sox owner John Henry in Liverpool. Read More
Read MoreBizSpotlight: InvoiceCloud
Boston-based InvoiceCloud, a leading provider of o Read More
Read MoreA class-action lawsuit is a warning shot on one AI risk for businesses
Workday is facing a legal challenge over its AI-powered hiring tools. The case outcome could determine how companies use artificial intelligence for hiring. Read More
Read MoreMBTA to once again experiment with late-night service
After calls from the restaurant industry over the years to address the lack of transportation options for late-night workers, the MBTA will begin running subway trains and buses nearly an hour later into the night on certain days. Read More
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