Posts by ericg
AI may take some workers’ jobs, but the technology is coming up short in one big area
A popular language app and a major e-commerce platform are leaning into AI, but a surprising new study shows where humans still outperform machines. Read More
Read MoreAmerican Tower beats Wall Street forecast for first-quarter revenue
The Boston-based REIT, which has a portfolio of nearly 149,000 cell towers and other infrastructure worldwide, has also been affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Read More
Read MoreSullivan Square site heads to foreclosure auction
A mixed-use site in Charlestown’s Sullivan Square that was once proposed for a 24-story tower will go to foreclosure auction next month. Read More
Read MoreTech icon Sandberg calls sponsoring the USS Massachusetts ‘a true honor’
The ceremonial sponsor of the first military ship named for Massachusetts since World War II is the female tech icon Sheryl Sandberg. She told the Business Journal how it came together. Read More
Read MoreReport: Growing Latino population has outsized impact on Mass. economy
While many Bay Staters are leaving, one segment of the population is growing rapidly, reshaping the state’s workforce and economic landscape in several ways. Read More
Read MoreInsulin pump maker Insulet names J&J veteran as new CEO, replacing Hollingshead
Insulet’s sudden leadership change brings a seasoned medical technology executive to the helm, as the insulin pump maker says it expects to exceed Q1 revenue guidance and raise outlook. Read More
Read MoreRealtor.com gives Massachusetts failing grade for housing production
A new report sheds light on why Massachusetts is struggling to build enough homes, and the findings may surprise longtime residents of the Bay State. Read More
Read MoreNano Dimension completes Markforged acquisition weeks after buying Desktop Metal
This merger follows a legal battle involving the acquisition of another local 3D printing firm. Read More
Read MoreBoston Beer says tariffs could cost up to $30M
CEO Michael Spillane said the company is “assessing the marketplace to see what kind of pricing tolerance there would be.” Read More
Read MoreEastern, HarborOne bank leaders: This merger is ‘personal’
Eastern is planning to acquire HarborOne in a $490 million deal, and on Friday their senior execs explained why. Read More
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