startups – NC Business Desk

Government & Business

North Carolina opens $210,000 fund for small-business research proposals

RALEIGH - North Carolina has opened a $210,000 incentive fund that will reimburse eligible small businesses for costs tied to preparing federal research proposals.

September 14, 2026

Economy & Workforce

North Carolina awards 50 technology grants to 46 small businesses

RALEIGH - North Carolina awarded 50 grants totaling nearly $2.5 million to 46 small businesses developing technologies in sectors from health care to space.

September 7, 2026

Companies & People

Globus Medical buys Durham digital health startup

DURHAM - Globus Medical has acquired Higgs Boson Health, bringing the Duke-incubated startup's patient-engagement software and team into the medical-device company's surgical intelligence business.

September 6, 2026