Database Manager-Hybrid

  December 15, 2025

Database Administrator Position Function: Charged with managing and optimizing systems and processes to increase fundraising revenue, the incumbent will be responsible for the oversight, management, and integrity of the donor…

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Gov. Henry McMaster announces the Center for Cybersecurity at SCRA

  December 3, 2025

Center Designed to Lead Statewide Coordination for Advancing Cyber Growth Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA).…

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SCRA announces organizational changes

  November 6, 2025

The South Carolina Research Authority has announced organizational changes that will enable it to provide even more support to the state’s academic research, development, and innovation startups. Under the leadership…

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Google announces new $9B investment in South Carolina through 2027

  October 16, 2025

Funding supports Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, as well as workforce development programs  On October 13, Google announced a new, two-year $9 billion investment in South Carolina (2026-2027). Google’s…

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LawLens celebrates official public launch, surpasses 23,000 searches

  October 10, 2025

LawLens, a South Carolina–based legal technology platform, announced its official public launch this October, reporting more than 23,000 searches since its initial rollout in January 2025. The platform is now…

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USC Aiken breaks ground on new Cyber Integration Center

  July 22, 2025

USC Aiken held a groundbreaking ceremony for the S.C. National Guard Cyber Integration Center (CIC), marking a milestone in the region’s commitment to cyber defense and workforce development. The ceremony featured guests from Fort Eisenhower,…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Chris Thibault, Evan Owen, Qwerky.ai

  June 23, 2025

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…

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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives $50,000 grant to expand STEM programs across SC

  June 19, 2025

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has received a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. Funding will provide greater accessibility…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Kim Smith, Health Evolve Technologies

  May 28, 2025

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…

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AT&T expands fiber internet to over 500,000 locations in South Carolina

  May 1, 2025

AT&T has expanded its fiber internet network to more than 500,000 customer locations across South Carolina. The move is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to improve access to high-speed…

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SCRA presents Company, Founder, and Researcher of the Year Awards at Annual Summit

  April 10, 2025

Hundreds gathered at the South Carolina Research Authority’s annual summit in Columbia yesterday, where Charleston-based Case Status was awarded Company of the Year, Jim Jacob of StoryButton was awarded Founder of the…

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VentureSouth and Vicinity announce joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing

  February 26, 2025

VentureSouth and Vicinity announced a powerful new joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing – Vicinity Ventures. Vicinity Ventures combines the strengths of VentureSouth and Vicinity…

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House Ways and Means Chair appoints new SCRA board trustee

  February 13, 2025

South Carolina Research Authority announces that State Representative Robby Robbins has joined SCRA’s board of trustees as a member of the executive committee. Rep. Robbins was appointed to the board…

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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Storybutton

  January 28, 2025

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Storybutton. The Indian Land-based startup developed an audio platform and player for children that allows them to listen…

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SCRA contributes over $1.3 Billion to South Carolina’s economy

  January 14, 2025

South Carolina Research Authority had over a $1.3 billion impact on the state’s economy in 2024. Their recently published annual report shows what’s included in the billion-plus-dollar impact, determined by a study…

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SCTBA is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition

  November 15, 2024

Organization strengthens efforts to bridge the digital divide in South Carolina The South Carolina Telecommunications and Broadband Association (SCTBA) announced it is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition (PBC). This evolution…

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A Conversation with Martin White, Ruffian Software

  October 15, 2024

Martin White earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Clemson University in 1998. He spent much of his career developing business software for managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide.…

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CPA Firm Bauknight Pietras & Stormer adds Jay Brietz to leadership team

  October 9, 2024

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) announced that Robert James “Jay” Brietz, Jr., CPA, CIA has been named a principal. BPS is one of the premier public accounting and consulting…

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Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center

  August 29, 2024

$800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs FAST FACTS Meta selects Aiken County to establish the company’s first South Carolina data center. The $800 million investment will support…

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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status

  August 27, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Case Status. The North Charleston-based company has developed client engagement software with a simple-to-use mobile app that…

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truematter announces Sitefinity partnership, The Proven Alliance

  August 6, 2024

New technology partnership of Sitefinity experts Truematter is excited to announce that it is bringing user experience expertise to its new technology partnership called the Proven Alliance. Launched on July…

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Graham helps secure $45 million in federal funding for South Carolina Tech Hub

  July 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) applauded the announcement that South Carolina will receive $45 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA)’s Tech Hubs…

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Priority One Security announces new customer experience

  June 25, 2024

New enhanced user website provides an experience for customers Regionally based Priority One Security is announcing the launch of its new website and a comprehensive rebranding of its services, signaling…

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AT&T invests $1.4+ billion in South Carolina

  June 11, 2024

By Terrence Ford Vice President of External Affairs AT&T South Carolina   In South Carolina, we invested more than $1.4 billion in our network infrastructure from 2019-2023 to connect more…

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SCRA announces new member company and grant funding

  June 4, 2024

MyUI.AI and SMPL-C were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. MASDEV received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits, Startup Resources, can…

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SCRA announces four new Member companies and grant funding

  May 7, 2024

MyVoluntier Operations, Oncoblaze, Rabbit Hole Digital, and ThreatCaptain were accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. Apex Orthopaedic, Construx, Heirloom Cloud, Katalyst Corporation, Sojourn MedTech, Tandem Concepts, and…

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SCRA announces new member benefits program

  May 6, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority unveils an exclusive member benefits program tailored for its esteemed Member Companies and SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Companies. SC Launch Inc. is SCRA‘s investment affiliate. SCRA Alliance Partners are providing many of the…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Amanda Clark, PulManage

  April 22, 2024

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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Michelin North America, Inc., Pledges $30,000 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Invest in District’s VEX Robotics Teams

  April 17, 2024

Michelin North America’s Lexington, South Carolina leadership recently announced its continued investment and support of the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation via a $30,000 commitment. The generous gift…

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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration

  March 21, 2024

SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…

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SCbio announces accelerator program for emerging life science companies, SCbioDrive

  February 20, 2024

SCbio, in partnership with MassBio, recently announced its new accelerator program, SCbioDrive, designed to advance emerging companies through expert business curricula, industry guidance and mentorship. A biannual program, SCbioDrive will…

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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding

  January 9, 2024

Efferent Labs and Lucie Medical were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. EHG South received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Startup…

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