Opinion

We learned a few things from the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack: fuel travels at 5 mph, and despite the FBI’s advisory against paying cybercriminals, Colonial’s vast 5,500-mile infrastructure for moving fuel couldn’t wait.

Massachusetts is among a growing number of states with legalized cannabis products for both medicinal and recreational use.

On May 3, WBJ readers will no longer enjoy the privilege of stories from News Editor Grant Welker. That benefit will belong to Boston Business Journal, as Grant returns to the city where he lived before Worcester.

High school students in Worcester represent the possibility of great achievement, not only for themselves but for their community. Yet the road to success is not always smooth or equal due to economic and racial disparities.

In venture capital, there is a major focus on de-risking a company to the point where an investor feels comfortable putting money in.

We have seen boarded-up storefronts, bankruptcies, and hallmarks of American capitalism fall. While some businesses have tried to adapt, others such as Hertz and retail giants like JCPenney have succumbed to the economic strain. What can your business do so you don’t meet this fate?