Google.org announces $1M to Central Carolina Community Foundation to provide South Carolina nonprofits with AI skills
April 11, 2025
The new funding advances Google’s mission to provide AI workforce development and training to over one million Americans Google.org — the company’s philanthropic arm — announced $1 million in funding…
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South Carolina Research Authority celebrates successful year at annual summit
April 10, 2025
Non-profit contributed 1.3 billion to the state economy and supported 6,600 jobs focused on growing innovation and technology in South Carolina The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) hosted its annual…
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AI Voice Cloning Scams Target Families: How to Protect Yourself
April 8, 2025
Criminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to clone voices, tricking people into believing their loved ones are in distress and urgently need money. These scams, known as AI voice…
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Charleston high schoolers attend STEM-focused field trip hosted by OhmIQ
April 8, 2025
North Charleston’s OhmIQ partners with CCSD’s West Ashley Center for Advanced Studies to give students an inside look at careers in science and engineering. OhmIQ, a North Charleston business developing revolutionary heating…
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How Your Email Address Can Reveal Your Age: A Look at the Generational Clues
April 1, 2025
Have you ever stopped to think about what your email address says about you? In the ever-evolving world of digital communication, your choice of email provider might just give away…
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Smishing Scams on the Rise Nationwide: How to Protect Yourself from Text Message Fraud
March 22, 2025
Smishing scams—fraudulent text messages aimed at stealing personal and financial information—are becoming an increasingly common threat across the United States. As cybercriminals adapt to new technologies and consumer habits, text…
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Amazon to Remove Privacy Feature on Echo Devices
March 19, 2025
Amazon is set to discontinue the “Do Not Send Voice Recordings” feature on its Echo devices starting March 28, 2025. This feature allowed certain Echo models to process voice commands…
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ScanSource and McCracken Middle School Partner to honor memory of former leader at 31st Annual Milliken Earth Run
March 5, 2025
Special tribute planned for beloved wellness champion Blake Zemp at March 8th event The Milliken Earth Run cross country 5k will take place Saturday, March 8th at the beautiful campus…
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SLED Launches New Cybersecurity Website to Protect South Carolinians
March 4, 2025
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has launched a new cybersecurity website designed to serve as a central hub for cyber threat intelligence, resources, and best practices. The platform…
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Clemson-based startup MyOverlap set to launch iOS app, calendar integration, and inclusion in university’s software suite in March
March 4, 2025Scheduling app developed by Clemson students will soon be available to the public MyOverlap, a group scheduling software developed by Clemson students, is launching an iOS app and integrating with…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
March 4, 2025
LCIX, Matty AI, and SE.ai were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Agricarbon US, Bio Streamline, Blotting Innovations, Green Cape Health, and Lumiq received new grant funding. All…
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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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Dean Schuster, partner at truematter, named Progress Champion
February 10, 2025
Dean Schuster has been awarded Progress Champion status by Progress Software for his expertise and advocacy for Sitefinity products and solutions. He is being recognized for his commitment to creating…
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Upcountry History Museum receives grant to digitize files
February 4, 2025
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, announced that it has been awarded a grant from the South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board’s regrant program to…
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Powerpoint Night at the Laurens Library
February 1, 2025
Calling all teens! If you’ve got a favorite topic you could talk about for hours, now’s your chance to shine. The Laurens Library is hosting “Powerpoint Night” on Tuesday, February…
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ScanSource named a Fortune World’s Most Admired Company for ninth consecutive year
January 31, 2025
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, has been named to Fortune Magazine’s 2025 list of World’s Most Admired Companies. ScanSource’s inclusion in this…
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Carolina Gas Transmission donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to support new LTC Program
January 31, 2025
Carolina Gas Transmission Donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Support New LTC Program Carolina Gas Transmission recently presented a generous gift of $14,750 to the Lexington One Educational…
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InvestiNet names Amy Nodine Chief Compliance Officer
January 29, 2025
Nodine will oversee the company’s complex compliance initiatives InvestiNet, a full-service collections network and innovation leader in the accounts receivable industry, has announced the promotion of Amy Nodine from executive…
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Digital Site Box hires Meredith Kinsey as COO
January 28, 2025
Digital Site Box, an early-stage B2B SaaS company, has hired Meredith Kinsey as Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this role, Kinsey will oversee operations, drive strategic initiatives, and support the…
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Senex awarded STTR grant from National Cancer Institute for CDK8/19 inhibition as treatment of metastatic ovarian cancer
January 10, 2025
The grant expands the Company’s focus on women’s health following our recent publication on the importance of CDK8/19 inhibition as treatment for breast cancer Senex Biotechnology announced the award of…
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SCRA Member Company’s motorcycle named to Designboom’s Top 10 Motorcycles of 2024
January 10, 2025
Real Motors’ Project: ARES motorcycle was named to designboom’s top 10 motorcycles of 2024. Real Motors became an SCRA Member Company in 2022 and has received a Project Development Fund Grant and an Acceleration Grant from…
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Google contributes over $2.5M to local and state organizations in 2024
January 9, 2025
Google and Google.org awarded nearly $2.5 million in grants to 11 local and state community organizations in South Carolina in 2024. The grants are part of the company’s commitment to…
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Cohn Construction completes Excel Truck Group’s new location in Rock Hill, South Carolina
December 19, 2024
Cohn Construction has completed the new 80,000 SF facility for Excel Truck Group in Rock Hill, South Carolina. This marks the second design-build collaboration between Cohn Construction and Excel Truck…
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Upcountry Fiber and the Foundation for Rural Service award $5,000 joint grant to Clemson Rural Health Mobile Clinic
December 16, 2024
Grant will support essential health services for rural communities in Upstate South Carolina Upcountry Fiber, together with The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), the philanthropic branch of NTCA–The Rural Broadband…
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SIOS Protection Suite for Linux achieves SAP recertification for Integration with SAP S/4HANA
December 11, 2024
Underscores SIOS’ continued leadership and expertise in high availability and disaster recovery for critical SAP environments SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR)…
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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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SCbio to host a gathering of national life sciences leaders at annual conference in Charleston Feb. 18-20
November 19, 2024
SCbio will unveil its new initiative aimed at defining the core pillars of the state’s life sciences and medtech sectors to attract companies to the state. SCbio will bring national…
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AT&T upgrades wireless network and boosts speeds in Chester County
November 14, 2024
Network Expansion in Chester Will Help Provide a Better Network Experience to Customers AT&T* has expanded its 5G network in Chester, giving residents, businesses and visitors a big boost in their…
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BOC Sciences opens registration for the webinar on Peptide-Drug Conjugates (PDCs)
November 12, 2024
In collaboration with Dr. Kelly Bugatti, BOC Sciences is set to host an informative webinar that will delve into the latest advancements in utilizing Peptide-Drug Conjugates (PDCs) for the targeted…
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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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We Are Sharing Hope SC highlights the healing power of tissue donation during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 30, 2024
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…
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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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Fintech platform WayThru names top industry veteran Jason Yates as new Client Operations and Engagement Director
October 9, 2024
Yates joins the pioneering AI-based debt resolution software company to lead national rollout after successful beta WayThru, an industry-leading AI-based digital platform for managing and resolving debt obligations, has announced…
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Charleston Learning Center announces Women in STEM series
October 8, 2024
Charleston Digital announced the expansion of its education offerings with the addition of a four-part Women in STEM series. The Women in STEM classes will begin on weekday evenings, starting…
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Spectrum commits $1 million to Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
October 2, 2024
Includes $250,000 in Cash Contributions and $750,000 in PSAs to Relief Organizations Nearly 90,000 WiFi Access Points Opened to Keep Communities Connected Spectrum announced it has committed $1 million, including…
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Google breaks ground on two new data center campuses in South Carolina as part of $3.3 billion investment
September 30, 2024
Google announced a $3.3 billion investment in South Carolina to expand its cloud and data center infrastructure. The company also announced new support for energy affordability programs and a local…
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SC Launch Inc. announces second investment in LifeTagger
September 26, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in LifeTagger. The Ladson-based company develops proximity software that helps businesses and organizations easily connect, engage, and communicate…
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SIOS Technology releases LifeKeeper for Linux Version 9.9.0 with enhanced disaster recovery and performance optimization
September 24, 2024
New Features Empower IT Administrators to Streamline Operations, Enhance Data Security, and Ensure Uninterrupted Application Availability through Sitewide and Regional Disasters SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high…
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Shaw Circle commences business operations at Charleston Tech Center
September 19, 2024
Nearly 20 years after the $680 million acquisition of high-frequency securities trading pioneer Automated Trading Desk (ATD) by Citibank, a promising new fintech startup has commenced operations in Charleston. Shaw…
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Ducklinks app launches in Greenville with focus on delivering child-friendly activities for parents
September 11, 2024
Ducklinks, an AI- driven, web-based application with mobile-accessibility, launched transforming the way parents locate events and activities for their children. Ducklinks uses a proprietary matching algorithm to curate and deliver…
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ScanSource releases fiscal year 2024 Corporate Citizenship Report
September 4, 2024
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, released its annual Corporate Citizenship Report, highlighting ScanSource’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy and progress for…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session in Greenville
August 28, 2024
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
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SIOS Technology ranked #3 in its category on “2024 Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list
August 28, 2024
Honored for the fifth consecutive year, SIOS climbs one spot in medium size employer category among 46 ranked companies and organizations SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high…
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TMF recognized as one of SC’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies in 2024
August 22, 2024
South Carolina’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies for 2024 Announced The list of South Carolina’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies has been announced, recognizing the achievements of South Carolina-headquartered companies that have…
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ScanSource launches Integrated Solutions and Services Group
August 16, 2024
Announces acquisition of Advantix ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced the creation of its Integrated Solutions and Services (ISS) group. The ISS…
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Emerger Strategies’ Sustainability Boot Camp at Lowcountry Local First
August 12, 2024
Love the Lowcountry? Want to ensure your company is protecting what you love by being socially and environmentally responsible? Our Sustainability Boot Camp series is designed to empower businesses with…
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ScanSource acquires Resourcive
August 12, 2024
Resourcive is a leading Technology Value Creation partner ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced the acquisition of Resourcive, a leading technology advisor.…
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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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Kopis named Top 100 value-added reseller nationally
August 2, 2024
The technology firm was recognized by Accounting Today and Bob Scott’s Top 100 VARs for its operational efficiency solutions Kopis, a leading technology firm focused on providing high-impact software, app development, Enterprise…
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