ScanSource’s Impact 360 Community Program receives national Halo Award

  May 8, 2026

ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the Company has been recognized with a Silver Halo Award for Best Education Initiative…

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SC Launch Inc. celebrates investment in SafeMedWaste

  April 29, 2026

SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has announced a $400,000 investment in SafeMedWaste. The Johns Island-based startup created a better way to dispose of…

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SCRA named in prestigious global ranking

  April 15, 2026

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., was named to Pitchbook’s Global League Table Awards for accelerating business growth and bringing life-saving innovation to the market SC Launch Inc.,…

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Research and Data Analyst

  April 14, 2026

Research and Data Analyst University of South Carolina Upstate STA00237PO26 Spartanburg, SC The Research and Data Analyst reports directly to the Director of Institutional Research and Planning. Drawing on interpersonal,…

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ScanSource appoints Mark Morgan as President of Specialty Technologies

  March 6, 2026

ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, announced the appointment of Mark Morgan as President, Specialty Technologies. In this role, Morgan will…

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TD SYNNEX Leaders Recognized as 2026 CRN® Channel Chiefs

  February 19, 2026

TD SYNNEX (NYSE:SNX), a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named 19 TD SYNNEX leaders to…

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer

  February 17, 2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer University of South Carolina Upstate STA00063PO26 Spartanburg, SC The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer designs, builds, and deploys practical AI-powered applications that support enterprise administrative and academic…

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TigerDC announces $3B Spartanburg investment

  January 27, 2026

Major Investment to Generate Millions in Annual Tax Revenue, Create High-Paying Jobs, and Support America’s AI Infrastructure TigerDC announced Project Spero, a next-generation, AI-focused high-performance computing data center planned for…

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South Carolina sets a national standard for secure research

  January 20, 2026

South Carolina Research Authority launches the new Center for Research Security, positioning the state as the leading destination for trusted, secure research.  The South Carolina Research Authority today announced the launch of the Center for Research Security. This first-of-its-kind…

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SC Launch Inc. invests in map-based design and construction platform SiteMarker

  January 15, 2026

SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $250,000 in SiteMarker Inc. The Mt. Pleasant-based startup has revolutionized geolocation tools and techniques, making reporting…

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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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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in SiteLabs

  November 11, 2025

SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $300,000 in SiteLabs, Inc. The Clemson-based health technology company is transforming independent pharmacies into neighborhood hubs…

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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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ScanSource’s Mary Gentry honored as one of 50 Women to Watch for Boards

  August 19, 2025

Gentry recognized by prestigious program as a qualified board-ready leader ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced that Mary Gentry, Senior Vice President,…

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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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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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Hill Institute at Furman to host next-gen tech forum about cobots

  April 30, 2025

Furman University will host a breakfast and panel discussion about next-generation, collaborative robot (cobot) technology Thursday, May 8, 7:30-10 a.m. at Greenville ONE Center downtown. The event is free and…

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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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Intelisys awarded Five9 TSD Partner of the Year for fifth consecutive year

  February 19, 2025

Intelisys recognized for excellence in customer experience, digital transformation, and technological innovation Intelisys, a ScanSource (NASDAQ: SCSC) company, and a leading provider of technology services and solutions, today announced that…

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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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Public safety startup PursuitAlert appoints new CEO

  January 7, 2025

PursuitAlert, a leading innovator in public safety technology founded by former Pickens County Undersheriff Tim Morgan, announced the appointment of Joe Cameron as its new Chief Executive Officer. Morgan founded…

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Upstate Upstarts and Abundance Capital launch Catalytic Fund to fuel local innovation

  December 16, 2024

The Upstate Upstarts program, a community-driven initiative promoting high-growth early-stage companies in Upstate South Carolina, announced a new opportunity to allow investment through charitable donations. The Upstate Upstarts List features…

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Milliken & Company announces investment in Tidal Vision

  November 25, 2024

Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company announced its investment and partnership with Tidal Vision, a global biomolecular technologies company unlocking the power of chitosan to develop scalable solutions for critical…

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Intelisys introduces Channel Exchange, a cloud software and platform division

  November 21, 2024

intY US rebranded as Channel Exchange, offers enhanced marketplace experience Intelisys, a ScanSource (NASDAQ: SCSC) company, and a leading technology services distributor of connectivity and cloud services, is bolstering its…

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Samaritan Biologics expanding Greenville County operations

  November 18, 2024

$5 million investment will create 85 new jobs Samaritan Biologics, a medical technology company, announced it is expanding its operations in Greenville County. The company’s $5 million investment will create…

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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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Tech firm Kopis bolsters AI credentials through Orange Bees deal

  October 30, 2024

The agreement marks significant growth amid Kopis’ 25th anniversary and introduces HoneyBrain, an AI-powered quality control platform enhancing manufacturing standards through advanced visual detection Kopis, a Greenville, South Carolina-based tech…

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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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