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The multinational consumer‑goods company Unilever has launched a $270 million global innovation hub in New Haven, Connecticut. The center, described as a "game‑changer" for the state, aims to accelerate product development, sustainability research, and local supply‑chain collaborations. Its opening signals a major investment in the region’s high‑tech and manufacturing sectors, promising new jobs and partnerships with nearby universities. Watching next: the center’s hiring rollout, potential spin‑off startups, and how the hub integrates with Connecticut’s broader economic development plans. [[1]]