Rhode Island Venture Capital

Rhode Island Life Science Hub Appoints Dr. Mark A. Turco as President and CEO

News Summary The Rhode Island Life Science Hub has appointed Dr. Mark A. Turco as its first President and CEO…

2 days ago

Massachusetts Gas Prices Surge Amid Geopolitical Tensions

News Summary Gas prices in Massachusetts have risen by 9 cents over the past week, averaging $3.08 per gallon. This…

4 days ago

Growth of Women-Led Ventures in Rhode Island

News Summary Rhode Island is witnessing a remarkable rise in women-led entrepreneurial ventures, particularly in adventure and experience-based businesses. Initiatives…

1 week ago

AVTECH Software Recognized as a Top Workplace for 2023

News Summary AVTECH Software has been awarded third place in the Small Business category of the Providence Business News' 'Best…

1 week ago

International Game Technology Rebrands as Brightstar

News Summary International Game Technology (IGT) has rebranded as Brightstar following the planned separation of its lottery and casino gaming…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island Launches Life Science Startup Incubator Initiative

News Summary Rhode Island has initiated its first life science startup incubator, Ocean State Labs, managed by Portal Innovations LLC.…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Announces 2025 40 Under Forty Awards Winners

News Summary Rhode Island has unveiled the winners of the 2025 40 Under Forty Awards, celebrating forty young professionals for…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Experiences 90% Surge in Sports Betting Wagers

News Summary In April 2025, Rhode Island reported a remarkable 90% increase in sports and iGaming wagers, totaling $163.3 million.…

1 month ago

Butler Hospital Workers Continue Strike for Better Wages

News Summary Unionized workers at Butler Hospital in Providence have been on strike for over a week, demanding better wages…

1 month ago

Light Frame Secures $1.7 Million Pre-Seed Funding in RI

News Summary Light Frame, a Swiss-American fintech company based in Providence, Rhode Island, has successfully secured $1.7 million in pre-seed…

1 month ago