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New Program Helps Houston Healthcare IT Startups Get Off the Ground

Posted on · We learn about a new program to help healthcare IT startup companies in Houston get off the ground. The program, from the University of Houston and Houston Health Ventures, is called NextHIT. Health IT startups enrolled in the program will get seed money, training and mentorship to help get their idea off the ground.

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Improving Cyber Security for Houston Businesses

Posted on · We discuss cyber security in Houston. We’ll learn about a Greater Houston task force seeking to inform Houston area businesses and IT professionals about basic cyber security awareness and protection options. Task force members will lead a panel discussion on the subject at the Doubletree by Hilton Houston Downtown tomorrow.

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Clock Tower Turned into Public Art Installation

Posted on · A well-known Houston landmark recently got a makeover. The clock tower downtown in Market Square was transformed by Houston Artist Jo Ann Fleischhauer into a piece called “What Time is It?” From now through March, the clock shifts from merely a chiming timepiece tolling every hour to a permanent art installation and venue for performances. […]