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Michael Psaros boosts giving to Georgetown's Psaros Center
Michael Psaros has increased his financial contributions to Georgetown University's Psaros Center, which focuses on financial policy and regulatory research. This boost in funding aims to enhance the center's programming and outreach efforts in the field of finance.

New group launches to pursue comprehensive economic strategy for D.C. region
A new coalition has been formed to develop a comprehensive economic strategy for the D.C. region. The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) is among the key participants, aiming to create a unified approach to economic development.

Three D.C. universities make big gains is U.S. News rankings of best colleges
Three universities in Washington D.C. have made significant improvements in the U.S. News rankings of best colleges. Georgetown University continues to hold the top position among local institutions, while two other universities achieved double-digit gains in their rankings.

Consumer sentiment falls in August after months of increases
Consumer sentiment declined in August after a period of increases, reflecting a varied impact across different metropolitan areas. The K-shaped economy indicates that the effects of this decline are not uniformly felt among the population.

Baltimore real estate company sells Northern Virginia flex industrial portfolio for $62.5 million
A Baltimore real estate company has sold a seven-building industrial portfolio located in the Dulles Tech Corridor for $62.5 million. This transaction highlights ongoing activity in the industrial real estate market.

IonQ taps former IBM exec Charles Robinson as first public sector quantum security chief
IonQ has appointed Charles Robinson, a former IBM executive, as its first public sector quantum security chief. This move addresses growing concerns regarding the potential of future quantum computers to compromise existing encryption methods.