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Governor Murphy Announces Proposed Fintech Accelerator in Hoboken

American Entrepreneurship

The two entities will oversee NJ FAST’s accelerator program with an opportunity to make equity investments into select participating companies. million in the fintech accelerator. From 2020 to 2022, Plug and Play was the most active startup accelerator in the world, according to CB Insights.

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Governor’s 2020-21 Budget Proposes $5 Million Increase for Ben Franklin

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

24, 2020) — Gov. Smart investments in innovation drive economic growth and ensure Pennsylvania continues to capture its share of emerging high-tech developments,” said Ryan E. We look forward to working with the governor and lawmakers to make it a reality as the state works to finalize a 2020-21 General Fund budget.”.

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Seed the Future's Mid-Campaign Update

Angel Capital Association

AIF’s established mission is to advance the art and science of angel investing to accelerate innovation and economic growth. The Foundation achieved 501c3 status in 2020 and since has held the Gold Seal of Transparency awarded by Candid and GuideStar. Thank you to those who have donated thus far.

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Senior Business Leader Joins SMU Cox Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership

American Entrepreneurship

Building on this experience, he is excited to work with SMU students, faculty, and the broader community to foster the acceleration of entrepreneurial spirit, new innovation and venture creation, and economic growth in the North Texas region. billion campaign for impact. Read more here.

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In the race for tech talent, the US should look to Mexico

TechCrunch

The global tech sector is booming, and as technologies like cloud and AI accelerate their growth, the demand for tech talent outpaces supply globally. One of the major factors in the growth and adoption of tech in the U.S. trade partners , the political and economic mechanisms for investments and partnerships are in place.

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Digital Transformation Is Crucial for Longevity According to Cisco Study

Smart Hustle Magazine

A new study reveals just how much the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating small business digital transformation. These insights are from the 2020 Small Business Digital Maturity Study , commissioned by Cisco. How much small business digital transformation could boost economic growth.

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MFS Africa leads $2.3M seed round in Ugandan fintech startup Numida

TechCrunch

Although these businesses drive economic growth and contribute up to one-third of the continent’s GDP, they are often financially excluded from credit and other financial services due to their size and informality. However, the pandemic helped in accelerating this model, and with this new investment, Numida is poised to grow further.

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