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The business of college sports is changing in Nebraska after NCAA settlement
The NCAA’s landmark $2.77 billion settlement is changing college athletics by letting schools share revenue directly with student-athletes for the first time. But in Nebraska, universities and student-athletes are dealing with unresolved issues such as roster limits, gender equity and how this change will alter the business of college sports.
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Applications open for Nebraska Prototype Grant, but reduced funding puts program’s future in question
Nebraska startups can now apply for up to $150,000 through the state’s Prototype Grant program, but reduced funding may limit how long the program stays open. Founders and advocates warn that the cut could stall momentum in the state’s growing innovation economy.
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Newsletter, July 9 – Healthtech
Nebraska’s healthtech scene may be young, but it shares surprising similarities with Philadelphia’s now-booming life sciences ecosystem and in some ways, it’s doing things better. A new story from the SPN and Technical.ly partnership explores how both regions are growing academic partnerships, funding infrastructure and innovation pipelines in different ways. The story digs into the…
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Building businesses, building lives: RISE Business Academy graduates launch new futures
The RISE Business Academy has graduated its 13th cohort, adding eight new businesses led by entrepreneurs impacted by the justice system to Nebraska’s small business landscape. Through mentorship, practical training and community support, the 12-week program helps participants turn personal challenges into thriving ventures.
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Nebraska Tech Collaborative launches software skills assessment to help close skills gaps
Nebraska employers are invited to take part in a statewide Software Engineering Skills Assessment designed to identify knowledge gaps and strengthen the state’s tech workforce. The 15-minute survey, open through July 11, provides companies with personalized feedback on their teams’ technical skills.
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Camp Alpaca gives educators the mic to build creative, culture-driven tools for schools
Camp Alpaca is a two-week paid summer internship in Omaha where educators gather to create practical, culture-focused tools for schools. Developed by education startup Alpaca, the program centers teacher voices, creative confidence and collaborative resource design.
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A new report warns Nebraska must act now to meet rising energy demand
A Nebraska Chamber Foundation report warns that the state’s energy infrastructure may struggle to meet rising demand from data centers, manufacturing and agriculture. Despite affordable and reliable power now, hurdles could threaten economic growth unless coordinated action is taken.
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Lincoln-based Hudl acquires Titan Sports and Balltime, expanding access to performance data for athletes
Hudl has acquired Titan Sports and Balltime, expanding its performance tracking and AI analytics tools for teams across all levels of sport. The acquisitions aim to make athlete data more accessible and actionable, from high school fields to professional courts.
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Omaha Performing Arts introduces SoundShirt to expand accessibility at live events
Omaha Performing Arts is piloting a new wearable technology that lets deaf and hard-of-hearing patrons feel live music and sound through touch. The SoundShirt, developed by UK-based CuteCircuit, transforms performances into immersive, multisensory experiences.
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Elevator to open new co-warehousing and office space in downtown Lincoln
Elevator is bringing its flexible co-warehousing and office space model to downtown Lincoln with a new 25,000-square-foot location in the Atrium building. Set to open this fall, the space aims to support small businesses with month-to-month leases, shared logistics and a vibrant entrepreneurial community.
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