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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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Rural Entrepreneurship Boosted by Fiber Broadband, New Study shows

American Entrepreneurship

r Titled “ Bey ond Connectivity: The Role of Broadband in Rural Economic Growth and Resilience” , the research study compared economic data from three types of rural communities: 1. This contrasts with comparable underserved communities that experience little to no economic growth or benefit.

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YC’s Fall Tour 2020

Y Combinator

We believe startups will be a continued driver of innovation and economic growth around the world, and we hope to see more startups start in places that haven’t historically been thought of as technology hubs. If you are starting a startup or have questions about YC, we want to meet you.

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5 EO Australia Women Share How To Make Entrepreneurship More Inclusive

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Widespread layoffs during the pandemic contributed to an initial rise in female entrepreneurship in 2020, along with the need for flexibility. Empower Girls To Reach Their Full Potential Entrepreneurship is a vital driver of innovation, job creation, and economic growth.

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Doyobi, a Singapore-based edtech startup focused on teachers, gets $2.8M seed

TechCrunch

Doyobi was founded in 2020 as a spin-off from Saturday Kids , a STEM-focused educational program. Though many governments understand the importance of STEM skills for economic growth, many are struggling to incorporate them into their curriculums, he added.

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Why Recessions Are a Good Time to Start a Side Hustle

StartupNation

percent in 2020, recent U.S. Census data shows that 67,160 applications were filed to set up new companies in the last week of May 2020. Additionally, weak economic growth often leads to failing businesses selling off assets. While the global economy may shrink by up to 5.2

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Transforming Singapore’s Healthcare Landscape: Navigating Demographic Changes and Economic Challenges

AsiaTechDaily

billion for patient subsidies in 2020, with the intention of improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare. The aging population in Singapore poses additional economic challenges, potentially slowing workforce growth and placing a more significant burden on a younger and smaller workforce.

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