Source: CNBCBy Diana Olick Fundrise, a Washington, D.C.-based online investment platform that prides itself on opening up investment in private real estate companies, real estate assets and private technology companies to the average individual, is now setting its sights on artificial intelligence. Fundrise is launching RealAI, a new AI platform that changes how single- and […]
Source: Principal Financial GroupBy Rich Hill U.S. commercial real estate (CRE) transaction volumes rose 12% in December 2025 ($71.4bn) compared to the same month last year. Fourth quarter volumes reached $185.8bn, up 30% versus last year, while full year 2025 transactions increased 23% to $545.3bn. This marks the second consecutive year of rising deal activity (after […]
By Grant Welker Boston Office Market Showing Early Signs of Recovery Two key metrics suggest Boston’s office market may be turning a corner. Vacancy rates in the city have declined for the fourth consecutive quarter, and leasing activity has reached its highest level since 2019. According to JLL, the city’s office vacancy currently stands at 21.1%, […]
By Eli Chavez Nuclear fusion has seen increased investment within the past five years due to its promise of an inexhaustible, clean energy source. One fusion startup that’s testing its technology in the greater Boston area has taken a step in the race toward the first commercially viable fusion reactor. Type One Energy, a fusion startup […]
Gary Higgins Artificial intelligence deals led every area of venture capital investment in the first quarter, and Massachusetts deals held their own against stiff West Coast competition, according to newly released data. Despite being much smaller, in terms of population, Massachusetts ranked third behind California and New York for venture capital deals and total VC […]
