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MCNC, founded in 1980, stands out as a prominent player in the Computing, Information Technology, and Internet industries. As a technology nonprofit, it focuses on building, owning, and operating the North Carolina Research and Education Network (NCREN), which has been a backbone for over 750 community anchor institutions across North Carolina.
With a compelling slogan, “The network, solutions, and services partner that securely connects North Carolina's community anchor institutions,” MCNC underscores its mission to provide robust Internet connectivity and services to entities ranging from educational institutions to libraries and public safety organizations. NCREN's middle-mile fiber network enables the customization of Internet services while fostering cost-efficient connectivity solutions, particularly for rural and underserved communities.
The company's recent financial momentum is highlighted by a substantial $11.20M grant investment received on 16 June 2023. This investment comes from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, underscoring investor confidence in MCNC's critical infrastructural contributions to North Carolina's digital landscape.
