InvestPR, Forbes hosting virtual seminar for co.’s looking to innovate, grow
February 7, 2022
Registration for the event is now open and will be held Feb. 8 at 2 p.m.
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92%+ of Puerto Rico’s Airbnb hosts are based on the island, company says
February 4, 2022
More than 26% of hosts said they offer spaces in the home where they themselves live.
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USDA grants $1.9M to Inter, UPR to boost agricultural, science programs
February 4, 2022
The universities will create special programs to boost agricultural studies.
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eXp Puerto Rico has added first 100 real estate agents
February 4, 2022
The global cloud-based real estate company already has more than 70,000 agents worldwide.
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Cisco recognizes Cortelco Systems as ‘Partner of the Year’
February 4, 2022
The award recognizes Cortelco’s role as a top regional partner for selling Cisco’s solutions.
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Puerto Rico, federal agencies partner for build-out of resilient energy network
February 3, 2022
The US Department of Energy (DOE) joined the Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to launch a new effort to accelerate work to strengthen the island’s grid resilience and advance new initiatives to enhance Puerto Rico’s energy future. The parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that promotes collaboration among federal agencies and the Commonwealth, and kickstarts the PR100 Study, government officials announced in Washington, D.C. The PR100 […]
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Bravo Family Foundation sets its eye on new generation of entrepreneurs
February 3, 2022
The Bravo Family Foundation (BFF) announced the launch of the Bravo Challenge for Youth, a project that aims to promote a new breed of entrepreneurs by developing their entrepreneurial abilities and skills while they are still in high school. In its initial phase, the project is focusing its efforts on high school students in the […]
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USDA awards Puerto Rico $13.2M for 17 projects
February 3, 2022
The US Department of Agriculture announced it will award Puerto Rico some $13.2 million for 17 projects to help companies hire more workers and reach new customers, among other benefits. The award is part of a $1.4 billion allocation to help businesses “keep resources and wealth right at home through job training, business expansion and […]
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Puerto Rico had ‘record year’ for tourism in ’21, Discover Puerto Rico says
February 3, 2022
Puerto Rico’s tourism industry wrapped up 2021 by setting new records in lodging income, room tax collections, and passenger arrivals, while the average stay of tourists increased by 5%, according to Discover Puerto Rico. The first big breakthrough was in accommodation revenue. In 2021, lodging in Puerto Rico surpassed the $1 billion mark for the […]
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EPA grants Pathstone $200K to train 60 students in Puerto Rico for environmental jobs
February 3, 2022
The U.S Environmental Agency has granted the PathStone Corporation $200,000 to train 60 students in Puerto Rico and place at least 41 in environmental jobs, as part of the $3.8 million grant given to 19 organizations for that goal. The training program includes 214 hours of instruction, including federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration courses, […]
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Foundation for Puerto Rico announces internship program for university students
February 3, 2022
Foundation for Puerto Rico — a nonprofit organization dedicated to the island’s socioeconomic transformation— announced the opening of an application process for several internship opportunities within the entity to help the economic development and planning of communities in Puerto Rico. The internship is aimed at young people who are currently studying at an accredited university […]
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San Juan-based Wovenware selected as a ‘Hot Vendor’ in HFS Research report
February 3, 2022
Wovenware, a San Juan-based nearshore provider of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital transformation solutions, announced it has been included in the HFS OneOfficeTM Hot Vendors Q4 2021 report, which recognizes emerging technology companies. As part of the study, market research firm HFS Research analyzed 10 firms that have the potential to disrupt the market. “We’re thrilled […]
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COR3 revises disbursement process for recovery work in Puerto Rico
February 2, 2022
The Central Office of Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency (COR3), which works with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to disburse recovery funding to rebuild after Hurricane María, has revised its disbursement mechanism to expedite the ongoing process, agency Executive Director Manuel Laboy confirmed. “The Request for Reimbursement (RFR), as well as the Advance Request (RFA), […]
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FL-based Guidewell closes purchase of Triple-S insurance provider
February 2, 2022
Nearly six months after announcing its plans, GuideWell Mutual Holding Corp., parent of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Inc., has closed on its acquisition of Triple-S Management Corp. GuideWell acquired all outstanding shares of Triple-S Management common stock for $36 per share in cash. With the completion of the transaction, Triple-S is now […]
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Practical Techie: Crypto boom in Puerto Rico shaken by ups and downs
February 2, 2022
It’s a decade since the enactment of tax incentive rules for cryptocurrency investors in Puerto Rico and the influx of mainlanders setting up shop in town does not wane. As the boom for investors seeking capital gains relief builds up, resentment from activists gets more vocal. They complain the new crypto economy is not benefiting […]
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