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Gordon Gottsegen

Published on March 25, 2025

Ginkgo Bioworks Raises $70M to Speed Up COVID-19 Testing

The company is working on next-generation sequencing technology that could greatly improve the scale of COVID-19 testing.

Justine Hofherr

Updated on March 25, 2025

This new startup helps strangers pool their savings — and take turns borrowing cash

Gordon Gottsegen

Updated on March 25, 2025

Arcadia, Which Collects Data to Help Healthcare Organizations, Raises $29.5M

Arcadia has plans to add 30 new employees in 2020.

Jeff Rumage

Updated on March 25, 2025

Hopper Builds on Capital One Partnership With $96M Raise

The travel app continues to find new growth avenues. Its B2B product, which launched last year, comprises 40 percent of its overall revenue.

Conlan Carter

Updated on March 25, 2025

Featuring 4 Companies Heating up in the Boston Area

Spring in Boston is warming up, and these organizations are no exception. Built In Boston is digging in to see what all the buzz is about.

Justine Hofherr

Updated on March 25, 2025

Leadership shakeup: 5 Boston startups welcome new leaders

Ellen Glover

Updated on March 25, 2025

Home Fitness Startup Hydrow Brings on Kevin Hart as Creative Director

The comedy star will be joining the Hydrow team as an advisor for matters related to content, advertising and social media as the company continues to grow its brand in the at-home fitness industry. He will also host a monthly workout session for Hydrow members.