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These are the top local news stories from News is my Business for Sunday, February 1, 2026.

Orlando Bravo: Puerto Rico ‘well-positioned’ for AI boom

Published 30 January 2026, 5:06 am

After Davos 2026, the tech investor highlights AI’s long runway, Puerto Rico’s stability advantage, limits on data-center expansion, and warns about fraudulent “investment” ads using his name. #NewsismyBusiness

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Global Sales Group grows from home garage to regional distributor

Published 30 January 2026, 5:05 am

Puerto Rico-based family business supplies major retailers. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico chefs launch Boricua cookbook for Super Bowl

Published 30 January 2026, 5:04 am

A new digital cookbook and social campaign spotlight Puerto Rico’s culinary talent as NFL fans weigh in on the songs and guest performers they want to see. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico’s demographic shift reshapes business strategy

Published 30 January 2026, 5:03 am

Prof. Luis Ríos explains how generations and life stages shape who buys, works and ages — and why companies must adapt. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico bill would allow bingo at paradores

Published 30 January 2026, 5:02 am

The activity would fall under tourism and gaming regulators. #NewsismyBusiness

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Senate bill would ease interstate depositions in Puerto Rico

Published 30 January 2026, 5:01 am

Measure would replace letters rogatory with process used in most U.S. jurisdictions. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico Science Trust awards $1.8M in local grants

Published 30 January 2026, 5:00 am

Eleven researchers and three SBIR-backed companies receive new funding aimed at strengthening Puerto Rico’s innovation economy. #NewsismyBusiness

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Menonita adds PICU, stroke beds in $75M Caguas expansion

Published 29 January 2026, 5:05 am

Hospital begins neurosurgery suites, adds Da Vinci 5 robot in February. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico closes 2025 with steady rise in economic activity

Published 29 January 2026, 5:04 am

Cement sales jump 17% as the Department of Economic Development and Commerce reviews electricity component. #NewsismyBusiness

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Electricoop, Genera PR sign $3M framework services contract

Published 29 January 2026, 5:03 am

Deal expands local maintenance work to all Genera-run plants. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico top court: Women’s Advocate may pursue parallel cases

Published 29 January 2026, 5:02 am

Allows the agency to fine employers and sue over the same discrimination. #NewsismyBusiness

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IBTS forum targets inclusive growth in Puerto Rico’s East

Published 29 January 2026, 5:01 am

“Sembrando Oportunidades” convenes entrepreneurs, agencies. #NewsismyBusiness

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State Department to host passport fairs in 6 towns in February

Published 29 January 2026, 5:00 am

Initiative processed 1,500+ passports in 2025, expands access. #NewsismyBusiness

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Sargassum blooms could cost Puerto Rico $782M yearly

Published 28 January 2026, 5:05 am

Elsevier study finds annual losses could reach $1.6B in high years. #NewsismyBusiness

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Popular, First BanCorp close 2025 with strong profits

Published 28 January 2026, 5:04 am

Popular closes 2025 with $833M in net income; FirstBank earns $345M. #NewsismyBusiness

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