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#StartupsEverywhere: Fairfax, Va.
When his original grading and evaluation platform wasn’t getting any bites in the world of higher education, Ali Aldubaisi and his co-founder, Ali "AJ" Aldjaei, ended up pivoting to the training of law enforcement. Today, Kaiden AI is used in police academies across the country to train recruits on how to de-escalate high-pressure scenarios. We sat down with Ali to discuss his software, selling to government organizations, and founding a startup in northern Virginia.
Uncertainty Surrounding the BEAD Program and Its Impact on Startups
A federal program to boost broadband — a necessary component of startup founders and users ability to access the startup ecosystem — in states across the country is facing headwinds and delays as policymakers move the goalposts and risk making progress on closing the digital divide.
#StartupsEverywhere: San Francisco, Calif.
As AI continues to be at the forefront of innovation, Daniele Bernadi, the CEO of Toolhouse AI, is making the technology accessible for all. Using his background in computer science and developer relations, he is working to drive positive change in the AI space. We sat down with Daniele to discuss his company, the AI regulatory landscape, and more.
#StartupsEverywhere: Lincoln, Neb.
Timing the sowing and watering of crops is as important as ever in agriculture. Jessi Korinek and her co-founders at Nave Analytics are developing a software that uses satellite data to help farmers cut down on water costs for irrigation. We sat down with Jessi to discuss her product, the impact of tariffs on the agricultural industry, and the challenges she faced in receiving federal research and development (R&D) grants.
Sacrificing Patent Quality for the Sake of “Efficiency”
The Trump administration’s push for “efficiency” is undercutting key programs and tools that maintain balanced intellectual property frameworks that protect startups against low-quality patents and meritless, but expensive and time consuming, litigation.
#StartupsEverywhere: Raleigh, N.C.
With previous experience in the startup world, Chip Kennedy developed a passion for connecting humans and technology. From there, he founded CivicReach.AI, a platform using voice AI technology to improve customer experiences—especially at the local level—with the government. We sat down with Chip and CivicReach.AI’s chief operating officer Lindsay Avagliano to discuss AI, working with governments, and more.
#StartupsEverywhere: New York, N.Y.
It’s no secret that immigrating to the United States is complicated. Immigration attorneys have many clients from many countries, navigating a variety of legal pathways. Their cases take time to prepare and even longer to be heard. Enter Khalil Zlaou, Tina Zedginidze, John Langhauser, and their product, CaseBlink. This AI software helps attorneys prepare their cases for various visa applications in a fraction of the time. We sat down with Tina to discuss her company, immigration reform, and experience participating in an accelerator program.
The SBIR program is up for reauthorization again. It’s time for Congress to implement meaningful reform.
With a looming reauthorization deadline later this year, Congress has a chance to renew and improve a government funding program that can be critical to startups engaging in costly R&D.
Lawmakers are feeling the heat on kids’ safety, but are they willing to grapple with the tradeoffs?
Lawmakers in Congress and in state legislatures are under pressure from parents and advocacy groups to change Internet law to “keep kids safe online”.
Supreme Court reviews the Universal Service Fund: what it means for startups and the future of broadband programs
The fate of some of the largest broadband subsidy programs, key to bridging the digital divide for all consumers, including startups and their users, depends on the outcome of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) v. Consumers’ Research case before the Supreme Court.
AI Essentials: What is a foundation model?
This blog continues our series called “AI Essentials,” which aims to bridge the knowledge gap surrounding AI-related topics. It discusses what a foundation model is, how startups are leveraging them to drive greater innovation in the AI ecosystem, and what policymakers need to keep in mind.
#StartupsEverywhere: Raleigh, N.C.
John Starke’s career in manufacturing cultivated a passion for quality control and computer vision technology that led to the founding of MyMatR. Focused on smarter waste disposal, MyMatR empowers individuals to make informed decisions about waste with AI-powered solutions. We sat down with the MyMatR CEO to discuss his innovative product, the future of manufacturing, and more.
Startup News Digest 03/24/25
Trump administration targets programs that provide funding, resources to startups
#StartupsEverywhere: Philadelphia, Pa.
Obtaining an American college degree can be challenging to navigate. Strenuous curriculums and a ballooning financial burden make student retention a growing concern. CampusESP is advancing student success by streamlining academic and financial communications with parents and families. We sat down with their co-founder and CEO, Dave Becker, to discuss his startup, the targeting of hiring initiatives like diversity, equity and inclusion, and more.