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WRAL TechWire: Raleigh’s ‘East Coast Made Easy’ campaign unveiled for upcoming SXSW

“Raleigh — East Coast Made Easy.” That’s the catch phrase for the city’s collaborative campaign to be showcased at this year’s South by Southwest Interactive Trade Show (SXSW) in Austin from March 15-18. It includes a 20-foot booth installation by local ar… Read more >

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ABC 11: Raleigh economic leaders to showcase city at trade show in Austin

To many of us, South by Southwest is simply a music festival in Austin, Texas. But to the city of Raleigh, it means opportunity. "SXSW is a great opportunity for us to take our story on the road. And talk to other people from around the world about why Raleigh is a great place to live, work … Read more >

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CBS 17 Covers SXSW Trip

On Tuesday, February 25, economic development leaders unveiled the new campaign that will be presented at South by Southwest (SXSW.) Many know SXSW as a film and music festival but there is also a trade show component. Watch the video here.   Read more >

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5 Cities Where Homes Could Make A Good Investment in 2020

Buying a home will likely be the most expensive and complex purchase a family or individual ever makes. Deciding where we live depends on so many factors, from job prospects and proximity to family and friends to the appeal of the surrounding neighborhood. Looking for the best return on the … Read more >

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IBM and NC State Are Leading the Development of a New Quantum Ecosystem

IBM and North Carolina State University are leading the massive amount of research that will be needed to create the full quantum computer ecosystem. The standard computer industry is a nearly $4 trillion a year global ecosystem. There are many companies and researchers working on all aspect… Read more >

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The Best American Cities for Live Music

Get ready to book your next trip! From coast to coast and across all genres, these are Reader's Digest best places to find jam sessions, jazz bars, listening rooms, and larger venues. With more than 80 live music venues, Raleigh is sure to scratch any musical itch you have, from b… Read more >

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RollingStone Covers Raleigh's Music Scene

The Triangle, as it’s called, has become a hotbed of independent music recently, with artists from across the country flocking to the area, driven by its cheap rents and ample service jobs. The influx has transformed a relatively insular scene into a thriving one. There’s dance m… Read more >

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The 10 Best Cities in the U.S. to Move to Right Now

Choosing where to live is one of the most personal, stressful, and meaningful choices you can make. That’s why Curbed cast a wide net to put together a list of where you should live in the U.S in 2020. The cities were chosen were based on a list of criteria—walkability, park acce… Read more >

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Best Cities for Women in Tech – 2020 Edition

The employment of computer and information technology workers is projected to grow by 12% from 2018 to 2028, adding almost 550,000 new jobs, according to estimates from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and women make up about 26% of the tech workforce nationally. SmartAsset uncovered the bes… Read more >

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NC State and Delta partner on Commercial Application of Quantum

Delta Air Lines has announced it will be the founding industry partner to join the IBM Q Hub at NC State, as part of a multi-year collaborative effort to explore the capabilities and potential commercial applications of quantum computing. In recent years, Raleigh has become a hub for quantum… Read more >