Boston Startup Puts A New Spin On Silk, Replacing Petrochemicals In Clothing And Skincare
Greg Altman calls his company, Evolved By Nature, a “green chemical company,” because it’s using biotechnology to unlock one of nature’s most elegant chemistries – natural silk. Remember that we have the silk worm to thank for silk.
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Fashion incubator aims to be a one-stop for new designers
As a young fashion designer in Philadelphia, Donielle McKeever got a crash course in the laborious process of turning a sketch into a piece of clothing.
Tue, 10/29/2019 - 8:33am
Boston Startup Puts A New Spin On Silk, Replacing Petrochemicals In Clothing And Skincare
Greg Altman calls his company, Evolved By Nature, a “green chemical company,” because it’s using biotechnology to unlock one of nature’s most elegant chemistries – natural silk. Remember that we ha
Thu, 08/29/2019 - 11:48am
What’s Cooking in These Seven Boston Food Startups?
Food is essential, but food innovation is art. It is, at least, for Boston startups.
Thu, 07/18/2019 - 10:03am
With First Massachusetts Cohort, Apprenti Aims to Fill the Tech Talent Gap
Clyde Freeman had a traditional education. He graduated from UMass Amherst with a degree in finance. From there, he jumped from job to job, applying his financial knowledge at various companies.
Fri, 07/12/2019 - 8:42am
Is It a Startup or a Pokèmon? Fun Quiz from Bostoninno
Have you ever thought about how startup names and Pokèmon names pretty much sound the same?
In fact, most of the time Pokèmon names and startup names go by the same three requirements.
Fri, 07/12/2019 - 8:43am
Boston’s Tech Scene Might Be More For Foodies Than Biotechies
The Greater Boston area’s startup scene has long been seen as synonymous, even exclusive, to its biotechnology lineup.
Wed, 07/10/2019 - 10:32am
July’s Top Tech and Startup Events in Boston from BostInno
Our friends at Bostinno has compiled a calendar of creative and innovative events ar
Mon, 07/08/2019 - 7:55am
Meet Boston's Best Designers and Business Owners at Roxbury Innovation Center's Fashion Innovation Night
The fashion industry is constantly changing and trends are evolving, which is why the Roxbury Innovation Center (RIC) wants to share with you the ways in which B Wed, 10/24/2018 - 2:12pm
This Somerville startup wants to change the way shoes are made
Inventors and entrepreneurs from Massachusetts revolutionized shoe production — over and over again in the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries.
bostonglobe Sun, 04/22/2018 - 4:31pm
ArtLifting Gives Artists Impacted by Homelessness or Disabilities a Spotlight With Online Retailer
ArtLifting has found another way to give artists who are homeless or have disabilities a spotlight through a new partnership with national
Tue, 02/20/2018 - 4:32pm
Ministry of Supply Has a Robot That'll Knit You a Bespoke Blazer
Ministry of Supply is taking the notion of bespoke clothing and turning it on its head.
bostinno Sun, 04/02/2017 - 3:36pm
Marriott Invests in Boston Travel Startup to Help You Find Cool Things to Do
The first time I heard of PlacePass, the Boston travel startup invaded my office with a gang of Pokemon,
bostinno Tue, 03/21/2017 - 8:31pm
Here’s the Perfect Pair of Sunglasses — You Just Have to Scan Your Face First
Want a free pair of custom-made sunglasses from Skelmet? We are giving away a pair through a giveaway in our BostInno Beat newsletter on Thursday, March 2.
bostinno Thu, 03/02/2017 - 1:18am
A Boston Rock Artist's New Startup Is Helping Live Nation Run Smoother Events
When you see a good concert, you may not realize how much work is happening behind the scenes to bring it all together.
bostinno Wed, 02/22/2017 - 1:24pm
Want to avoid Trump’s businesses? There’s a browser extension for that.
A local startup is offering online shoppers a way to identify — and, if they feel so inclined, avoid — companies that stock goods with ties to President Trump before they head to the digital checko
bostonglobe Wed, 02/22/2017 - 11:32am
Mylestone lets you access your personal memories through Alexa
What if our photographs and social media updates could be turned into memories we – or our children – could later access just by asking a virtual assistant, like Amazon’s Alexa?
techcrunch Fri, 02/17/2017 - 1:58pm
Pot-vaporizer maker lands $4.1m investment
Investors have poured another $4.1 million into CannaKorp, a Stoneham
bostonglobe Sun, 01/15/2017 - 7:40pm
These 6 Beauty Startups Are a Boston Girl's Best Friend
New England's winter weather does no favors in the beauty department.
bostinno Sun, 01/15/2017 - 7:26pm
Millennials Are at the Heart of Reebok's Big Relocation to Boston
Reebok is the latest local shoe giant to ditch the burbs for Boston.
bostinno Sun, 11/06/2016 - 6:22pm
Boston startup's new high-tech womenswear includes sweat-free 'silk'
Ministry, a Boston-based apparel startup formerly known as Ministry of Supply, has launched its highly-anticipated line of high-tech women’s clothing this week after two years in research and devel
bizjournals Wed, 09/14/2016 - 9:35am
How MIT gave "Ghostbusters" its "geek cred"
The energetic researchers who grounded the new “Ghostbusters” in hard science — giving it “geek cred” — are using a fl
mit.edu Sun, 07/17/2016 - 11:19pm
True Fit raises $25 million to find you comfortable shoes
If the shoe fits, keep it! That’s the goal of True Fit, which helps shoe and apparel businesses cut down on e-commerce returns.
techcrunch Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:35am
MiniLuxe Secures $7.5M in Funding, Plans Expansion to Cali.
MiniLuxe, the Boston-based chain of nail and waxing salons noted for its fresh approach to the beauty industry, recently raised nearly
bostinno Wed, 07/06/2016 - 11:48pm
Date My Wardrobe Is Like Rent the Runway — Minus the Giant, Costly Warehouse
If you want to build a massive operation for high-end fashion rental, you could follow the lead of the venture-backed, 500-employee Rent the Runway and build a 125,000-square-foot warehouse that pr
bostinno Wed, 05/18/2016 - 8:48am
Wayfair Announces Opening of Research and Development Laboratory
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wayfair Inc.
businesswire Thu, 05/12/2016 - 9:17am
This Mass.-Made Apparel Brand Brings Social Enterprise to the Running Masses
Amanda Yanchury is on a mission to bring the social enterprise model made popular by brands like Toms and Warby Parker to the running world. And she's doing it all right here in Massachusetts.
bostinno Wed, 05/11/2016 - 11:48am
Harvard-developed vibrating shoes could be next big thing in athletic gear
Shoes that vibrate can apparently improve balance and agility, and thanks to a recent licensing deal, they are likely headed to the market.
bizjournals Thu, 05/05/2016 - 8:51am
Warren Buffett's Jewelry Business Just Bought Gemvara
Time was, you couldn't have a conversation about consumer Internet in Boston without hearing about Gemvara.
bostinno Thu, 04/28/2016 - 9:59am
New Balance To Start Selling $400 3D-Printed Shoes This Week
Boston-based New Balance will start selling the company’s first 3D-printed running shoe this Friday just a few days before the city hosts the iconic marathon on April 18.
fortune Tue, 04/12/2016 - 11:48am
Why Clothing Startups Are Returning To American Factories
At the swanky Prudential Center in the heart of Boston's shopping district, the Yogasmoga boutique stands out for its sparse, minimalist aest
fastcompany Fri, 03/18/2016 - 11:36am
Fashion meets technology in a spectacular exhibition in Boston
Until July 10, 2016, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, USA, is highlighting the synergy between fashion and technology with a line-up of creations from international designers.
dnaindia Thu, 03/10/2016 - 9:58am
The Incredible Device That's Revolutionizing How We Get to Work
Embedded within a sleek red disk that resembles a miniature flying saucer, it consists of three computers, 12 sensors, a 350-watt motor and a 48-volt lithium battery and can be attached to the back
nationswell Tue, 03/08/2016 - 6:47am
HUBWeek Is Returning In September, This Time With a Beer Battle
HUBWeek is further solidifying itself as a tentpole event for Boston's innovation community with the announcement of its 2016 dates.
bostinno Wed, 03/02/2016 - 9:56pm
With grant money, Fortified Bike plans a hangout for Boston’s bike community
Boston startup Fortified Bicycle just nabbed a $150,000 grant through the
betaboston Wed, 03/02/2016 - 9:54pm
Tech meets style at MFA
When it comes to high fashion, some styles take us to the moon and back. The Museum of Fine Arts Boston’s #techstyle, launching March 6, is filled with such otherwordly pieces.
bostonherald Tue, 02/23/2016 - 6:56am
Here Are 7 Harvard iLab Startups to Watch
Now that I have a feel for the on-campus startup ecosystem, it’s become clear that Harvard has got it going on.
bostinno Wed, 02/10/2016 - 12:26pm
Could The Future Of Urban Farming Be Found Inside Of An Old Shipping Container?
When Michael Bissanti opened Four Burgers in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2008, he knew he wanted to create a fast food restaurant with a strong sense of sustainability.
thinkprogress.org Fri, 02/05/2016 - 1:20pm
Studio 16 Opens in East Boston to Help Startups & Nonprofits Tell Their Story
Three local filmmakers have converted a century-old firehouse in the Boston Shipyard into the city’s “new home for creativity.”
bostonmagazine Fri, 02/05/2016 - 10:48am
Uber Boston announces partnership with disability advocates
Uber Boston, facing criticism that it offers only limited service to people with disabilities, has agreed to work with advocates on improving the accessibility of the ride-hailing service.
www.betaboston.com Fri, 02/05/2016 - 9:30am
AbleGamers 'Expansion Packs' Bring Assistive Gaming To More People, And Faster
As an able-bodied person, its easy to take simple pleasures like playing a video
www.tomshardware.com Thu, 02/04/2016 - 10:46am
Fabricating new business
The Roxbury Innovation Center opened last September in Dudley Square and has been busy with over 50 events supporting the area’s small business entrepreneurs, specifically focusing on how to start
baystatebanner Thu, 02/04/2016 - 10:28am
Target CEO in Boston: 'We have to embrace digital, no matter what industry'
Technology, online shopping and cybersecurity are issues at top of mind for Target C
bizjournals Thu, 02/04/2016 - 10:14am
How A Music Futurist Composes The Future
DIGHTON, Mass. Dr. Richard Boulanger, a professor of electronic music and design at the Berklee College of Music, lives in a big new h
wbur Wed, 02/03/2016 - 12:10pm
Affectiva invites local developers to test emotion-sensing tech
When Waltham startup Affectiva announced a hackathon inviting local coders to tr
betaboston Wed, 02/03/2016 - 11:53am
Exclusive: Exec that worked on McDonald's branding will lead Boston's Breakaway
Tom Jump, an advertising executive who previously led worldwide branding for
www.bizjournals.com Wed, 02/03/2016 - 11:25am
Mobile startup Flyp plans to expand to 30 more countries
There’s no shortage of ways to communicate in the smartphone era, but most of them don’t involve actually hearing someone’s voice.
Boston Globe Tue, 02/02/2016 - 12:01pm
Papercut Magazine Founders Created a Platform for Aspiring Photographers
Reveu.me Co-Founders (from left to right): Shomari Miller, Jamall Oluokun and Jason Depreaux.
Wed, 01/06/2016 - 8:54am