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Aug 6, 2025

Lura Health partners with Japan’s SCO Group on Asia expansion

The HAX startup will work to expand the reach of its salivary biosensor tech, advancing preventative care and clinical integration.

HAX in Newark
Jul 28, 2025

In its first year, HAX Newark drives deep tech growth, VC investment

Since opening in spring 2024, the SOSV development program has backed more than 50 startups, creating over 160 jobs and raising more than $60 million in funding.

Gov. Phil Murphy attends the announcement of the New Jersey Fintech Accelerator at Stevens Institute of Technology (NJ FAST) at the Babbio Center in Hoboken on May 7, 2024.
May 13, 2024

High-profile collaborations build NJ’s startup economy (photos)

A series of recent events showcased the state’s strategy of attracting more entrepreneurs to build and expand their companies while contributing to the broader innovation economy.

SOSV celebrated the grand opening of its new HAX headquarters in Newark on April 30, 2024.
May 6, 2024

HAX opening marks major milestone for NJ’s innovation economy

The HAX program, overseen by Princeton-based venture capital firm SOSV, recently celebrated the opening of its U.S. headquarters in Newark – an important moment for the state.

Gov. Phil Murphy was joined by other state officials and project stakeholders for the ribbon cutting of SOSV’s new HAX headquarters in Newark on April 30, 2024.
May 1, 2024

HAX cuts ribbon on US headquarters in Newark (photos)

“The most important thing I want to say – Sean and Duncan and colleagues could have planted the HAX flag literally anywhere in the world – and they choose Newark, New Jersey,” Gov. Phil Murphy said during a celebration of the space. “I think it is, among – if not, the most significant win that we have had in my time in office.

The Newark facility will serve as the U.S. headquarters for Princeton-based venture capital firm SOSV's HAX hard tech startup accelerator.
Feb 19, 2024

HAX moves closer to Newark HQ grand opening

While no date is set, construction at the U.S. headquarters of the hard tech startup accelerator project in Newark – a $50 million total investment by Princeton-based SOSV – is proceeding steadily.

SOSV’s new HAX hard-tech startup accelerator program is taking shape in Newark.
Apr 17, 2023

Behind the scenes: HAX taking shape in Newark

Construction is underway on what will be the permanent home of Princeton-based venture capital firm SOSV’s new hard-tech startup accelerator program. And NJBIZ recently got a tour.

Newark, NJ
Nov 23, 2022

HAX approved for NJ Accelerate support

The Newark-based startup development program for pre-seed hard tech companies is one of five participating in the initiative.

New Jersey Economic Development Authority CEO Tim Sullivan speaks at a press conference in Berkeley Heights to announce the expansion of fintech Fiserv Inc. in New Jersey, adding, 1,927 jobs to an already existing 1,063 jobs, on Sept. 30, 2021.
Sep 12, 2022

NJEDA leader: How NJ will reclaim top spot in innovation

Tim Sullivan, CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, sat down with NJBIZ for a wide-ranging discussion about the state's initiative to reclaim its leadership position in innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as challenges, priorities, goals and top issues for the rest of 2022 and beyond.

Newark, NJ
Aug 22, 2022

How one lease in Newark can lead to thousands of opportunities

SOSV’s HAX hard tech startup accelerator program is anticipated to create at least 2,500 high-paying jobs while attracting millions in new capital.

Newark, NJ
Aug 17, 2022

HAX signs lease for Newark headquarters

The hard tech accelerator from Princeton-based venture capital firm SOSV, which announced it would set up shop in the city last year, will reside in a 35,000-square-foot-space. The program is expected to create 2,500 high-paying jobs in addition to attracting millions in new capital.

Newark, NJ
Sep 16, 2021

Major tech accelerator to open its doors in Newark next year

An agreement between SOSV and the NJEDA calls for HAX to attract, develop and support 100 startups over the next five years. It'll lease up to 60,000 square feet of space for up to 200 founders and their staff, as well as fabrication and prototyping workshops. There, those companies will receive facilities, mentorship, education and financial investment.