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The 4 Major High-Tech Industry Districts

South Boston Waterfront

Over 1,000 acres of urban development
From 2010–2014: 150+ new startups launched here, creating 13,000+ jobs
Home to MassChallenge, one of the world's largest startup accelerators
Newcomers include LogMeIn, Immunetics, AutoDesk, and Vertex
GE established both its future HQ and R&D offices here

Longwood Medical Area

One of the world’s top medical research hubs
Includes 21 institutions
Hosts 46,260 medical professionals and 1,800+ students
In 2014, added 3.5 million square feet of new labs and research space

Roxbury / South End

Home to the Roxbury Innovation Center, a 30,000 sq. ft. innovation zone
Includes coworking spaces like Venture Café

Downtown Crossing / Financial District

Location of Markley, one of the largest and most advanced data centers in New England
Key industries here: FinTech, media, and telecommunications
Fast-growing tech companies like Carbonite, Acquia, and Bullhorn are based here