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University of Nebraska-Lincoln moves up in global rankings for its entrepreneurship programming
The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur ranked 50 schools worldwide for their undergraduate programs aimed at early entrepreneurs, and UNL has moved up to 35th place. UNL leadership said this momentum reflects faculty mentorship and the importance of community support.
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Social Assurance makes its first-ever acquisition — a civic tech company with deep Nebraska roots
In late October, Social Assurance announced that it acquired civic engagement platform MindMixer. The Lincoln-based company plans to use the acquisition to expand its reach and communication tools for regulated industries. Both companies have ties to the early startup scene in Nebraska.
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Applications are due Nov. 30 for the Nebraska Innovation Fellowship
The 20-week initiative offers fellows access to support and resources to build working prototypes and new businesses. The Nebraska Innovation Studio hosts the program, which the Heartland Robotics Cluster made possible. Applicants of all backgrounds and skill levels are encouraged to apply.
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Nebraska grants approval for Telcoin to open the first-ever regulated digital asset bank in the U.S.
Global fintech company Telcoin received the final charter approval on Nov. 12 from Gov. Jim Pillen and the Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance. Pointing to policies such as the Nebraska Financial Innovation Act, experts said the digital asset industry is one of caution and economic opportunity for the state.
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Inaugural conference seeks to connect ag tech startups with local producers
The Spur AgConverge 2025 conference will take place Nov. 24 in Gothenburg. The event gives university and industry stakeholders opportunities to network, share innovations and support local farmers. The conference will be the official launch of a new entrepreneurial initiative from UNL — Spur Ventures.
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Continued traction of Hudl stirs the rise of Nebraska-based startups in the sports industry
Hudl, a Lincoln-based company offering analysis and video tools for sports teams, recently announced its 18th acquisition. Sports tech startups FanWord, SheMate and SportsTrip shared the impact of scaling a company in Nebraska and seeing the growth of industry leaders such as Hudl.
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Upcoming 2025 Nebraska Startup Job Mixer to connect young talent with local startups
The event is open to the public and will take place on Nov. 13 at Millwork Commons in Omaha. While the job mixer is aimed at young professionals, organizers said anyone interested in networking with founders and pursuing a job at a startup company can attend.
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CodeBuddy opens new office in Lincoln
The Nebraska-based startup offers AI tools and expert mentors to help non-technical entrepreneurs with software development. The new office marks the first time the CodeBuddy team has had a space of their own and is another milestone in the startup’s latest traction.
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Bloody Marys and biosurveillance: Six startups join the NMotion Accelerator Fall 2025 cohort
NMotion powered by gener8tor is a Nebraska-based accelerator program targeting early-stage, high-growth companies in the Great Plains region. Participants receive an investment, coaching and additional resources. Four of the six new portfolio companies operate out of Nebraska.
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Nestimate raises $3 million seed round for retirement planning solution
The Lincoln-based startup offers a software analytics platform designed for financial advisers, asset managers and insurers navigating complex retirement income solutions. Investors shared what sparked their interest in the company and what attracting capital from out of state represents for a growing startup.
Ben Goeser
