Minnowtech, a Baltimore-based aquaculture startup, announced $600,000 in seed financing Monday as the firm commercializes technology intended for the shrimp farming industry.

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Following a $1 million investment round, Maryland beverage startup Zest Tea plans to expand to stores around the mid-Atlantic as it rolls out its line of canned iced tea energy drinks. Zest Tea’s canned iced teas are already in 7-Eleven ...

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The University System of Maryland's investment vehicle, the Maryland Momentum Fund, has provided $250,000 to a Baltimore medical device company.

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After years of groundwork, Maryland universities saw more tangible results this year from their efforts to support new startups formed from university technology. State and university officials hope this year’s results show a state gaining traction as it looks to ...

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University of Maryland, College Park, startup MF Fire received the first investment form the University System of Maryland’s Maryland Momentum Fund, the system announced Thursday. MF Fire will receive $192,500 from the momentum fund as part of an initial funding ...

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