Puerto Rico Icon Institute to host Icon 2024 Summit
August 21, 2024
The local nonprofit is boosting efforts to spark conversations that drive innovation and sustainable growth in Puerto Rico and beyond. #NewsismyBusiness
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Enactus Puerto Rico selects 2 winners during Social Enterprise Week 2024
August 21, 2024
The winners will represent the island at the Enactus World Cup, which will take place next month in Astana, Kazakhstan. #NewsismyBusiness
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EPA slaps $3.1M fine on AES Puerto Rico, requires more monitoring
August 20, 2024
AES produces about one-quarter of Puerto Rico’s power via its coal-fired power plant in Guayama. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico agriculture sector loses $23.5M in wake of Tropical Storm Ernesto
August 20, 2024
Farmers are urged to file insurance claims, if they have them. #NewsismyBusiness
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Casino Del Mar invests $200K on new security technology
August 20, 2024
The new metal detector allows visitors to enter the casino without having to remove items from their pockets. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s MICE market hits $192M, up 249% since 2019
August 19, 2024
The meetings, conventions and sports markets achieved record-breaking sales and room night bookings. #NewsismyBusiness
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USDA awards $103K to Jack Packaging in Puerto Rico for renewable energy system
August 19, 2024
The agency is supporting the snack manufacturer as part of its effort to promote growth and clean energy in rural communities. #NewsismyBusiness
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NASA awards $600K to 2 University of Puerto Rico research projects
August 16, 2024
This third cohort brings the total number of projects funded to 44 teams at 36 academic institutions in 21 U.S. states and territories. #NewsismyBusiness
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Inclusiv, Adrian Dominican Sisters invest in Puerto Rican cooperative Jesús Obrero
August 16, 2024
The partnership supports climate resiliency and economic growth in under-resourced communities. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s telecom providers weather Ernesto as FCC monitors
August 15, 2024
Most of the service interruptions had to do with power outages, representatives from Claro Puerto Rico, Liberty Puerto Rico and T-Mobile confirmed. #NewsismyBusiness
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Avelo Airlines doubling winter flights from Puerto Rico to CT
August 15, 2024
Avelo is doubling its winter Puerto Rico service and grows at Tweed-New Haven Airport with four 737-800s. #NewsismyBusiness
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FEMA implements Immediate Needs Funding guidance to prioritize support
August 15, 2024
The guideline implementation responds to the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto through the Caribbean. #NewsismyBusiness
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The unraveling of a crypto dream
August 14, 2024
When he moved to Puerto Rico in 2017, Brock Pierce, an investor in a range of experimental crypto ventures, made headline-grabbing promises to revive the local economy. #NewsismyBusiness
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Online fundraising platform GoFundMe launches in Puerto Rico
August 14, 2024
Prior to the launch, local fundraising efforts had to be started by individuals or entities based in the U.S. mainland. #NewsismyBusiness
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NPRCC, parallel18 partner to support Puerto Rico’s startup ecosystem
August 14, 2024
This partnership marks a “significant step” in the commitment of both organizations to “fostering a thriving business environment that benefits communities in Puerto Rico and beyond.” #NewsismyBusiness
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