At only 17, Adrian Martinez is looking to make learning more fun. His AI-powered software, Infinilearn, is a gamified personal learning app designed for homeschooled kids and teens like himself. We sat down with Adrian to discuss his app, his use of open-source AI models, the help he’s received along the way, and more.
Startup News Digest 08/01/25
Tech, Trade, and Tariffs: the consequences of erecting barriers to startup success
#StartupsEverywhere: Indianapolis, Ind.
The biotech industry is responsible for many modern discoveries. Yet, many scientists rely on outdated software to analyze their data. After spending years in biotech sales, Mitchell Castetter found a solution to the problem. He founded BioReact, a technology company dedicated to improving the data flow and infrastructure system for biotech companies. We sat down with Mitchell to discuss his company, AI, and the Indianapolis startup ecosystem.
Startup News Digest 07/25/25
#StartupsEverywhere: Chicago, Ill.
Many businesses lack comprehensive cultural insights to inform their strategic decisions. Kyle Desana and his co-founder utilize advanced algorithms to analyze cultural signals on social media, allowing businesses to make informed decisions and predict key metrics. We sat down with Kyle to discuss his company, how AI is accelerating innovation, and the need to enhance capital access in startup ecosystems like Chicago.
Startup News Digest 07/18/25
Startup News Digest 07/11/25
#StartupsEverywhere: Sommerville, Mass.
Chris Madden is utilizing his background working with startups to build Stump, a platform for local political candidates to reach voters in an individualized, AI-powered “Ask Me Anything” style. His mission is to democratize democracy. We sat down with Chris to discuss his company, determining a candidate's eligibility for the platform, and the looming threat of hate speech on content platforms.
Startup News Digest 06/27/25
What The Senate’s Sweeping Tax Package Means for Startups
#StartupsEverywhere: Austin, Texas
As global conflict increases and urbanization continues, there is an increasing need for alternatives to global positioning systems (GPS). Shaun Moore, co-founder at Tern AI, realized the issue, partnered with two other co-founders and decided to use his previous startup experience to help create an innovative solution. We sat down with Shaun to learn more about his journey, product, and more.
Startup News Digest 06/13/25
#StartupsEverywhere: Buffalo, N.Y.
With a career in waste management and recycling, Sashti Balasundaram knew he was ready to make a deeper change. He created WeRadiate, a company focused on soil health using organic recycling technology and data. We sat down with Sashti to discuss his product, manufacturing, the startup ecosystem, and more.
Startup News Digest 06/06/25
#StartupsEverywhere: San Francisco, Calif.
It’s no secret that accessing prices for medical treatments in the United States can be murky and unclear. Beth Ann Lopez–through her company, Outfox Health–is using AI to make sense of massive raw data files empowering patients to compare and contrast the costs of hospital procedures with their insurance. We sat down with Beth to talk about her company, her experience as a startup founder in America and Vietnam, and AI regulations.