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As AI cost and security concerns grow, CAN launches AI Workhorse to build secure nodes for Nebraska companies
AI Workhorse is a separate startup under the umbrella of Contemporary Analysis, which has seen the pitfalls of AI in its data science consulting work. In partnership with the nonprofit Scott Data Center, Workhorse hopes to kick off a local artificial intelligence infrastructure build-out for Nebraska.
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Buildertrend built an AI chatbot to help customers. Here’s what it learned
The construction management company has gone all in on artificial intelligence, expecting all teams to experiment with the technology. The Bailey AI chatbot, first deployed in February, is a lesson in customer-facing use cases.
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newsletter, July 22 – Buildertrend AI
Hiya folks, Lev here. In our informal survey about what AI tools you’re using, the balance of power seems to rest with Anthropic’s Claude. Two people mentioned not trusting OpenAI’s morals and, as a result, keeping further away from ChatGPT. Not scientific by any means, but a fun way to take the temperature. On to…
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Joseph Young, veteran economic developer, takes the helm as the new CEO of the Nebraska Chamber
In 2011, Young helped pass the Business Innovation Act, the cornerstone state program helping startups. He also has worked across the Nebraska business community on policy issues. Young takes the helm of the NE Chamber as the state wrestles with brain drain and job growth issues.
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newsletter, July 8 – Goldenrod
Hiya folks, Lev here. What AI providers are you using and why? Tell us here — I’m curious if ChatGPT will rate as low in our poll as it seems anecdotally from talking with folks. Now to this week’s feature story: The $6.5 million seed raised by Goldenrod Therapeutics, a Houston-based startup working with an…
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Goldenrod Therapeutics raises $6.5 million to test UNMC-created drug that could change modern medicine
Incubated by Houston-based Fannin Innovation Studio, the 11h drug created in Nebraska will move toward phase 1 clinical trials in humans. If successful, it could serve as a miracle treatment for incurable neurodegenerative diseases.
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Global agtech startups choose Nebraska in new Spur Startup Sandbox Validation Program
Four international startups will be working with University of Nebraska researchers, industry partners and local farmers to test and validate their technologies. The initiative is the brainchild of Ankit Chandra, the founder of Spur Ventures, a UNL-backed agtech support organization.
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Can fintech cut fossil fuels and spur renewables? With algorithmic trading tools, Doomsun bets yes
The Lincoln-based startup was co-founded by two longtime software engineers in the financial industry. Guided equally by a love of solving engineering problems and environmentalist aims, Doomsun is creating automated financial market tools for all industries with an eye on today’s energy transition.
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newsletter, June 24 – Doomsun
Hiya folks, Lev here. If you could ask Nebraska venture capitalists one question, what would it be? Click on our quick poll here and let us know. We’re testing out a snappy “SPN Asks” segment to hear more from you, get feedback for story ideas and keep a finger on the pulse of Nebraska’s startup…
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Applications open for the second cohort of the Steel Works Health Accelerator
The four-month program is meant to help pre-seed companies prepare their go-to-market strategies for the complex world of healthcare. Prospective companies are invited to apply by July 3.
Lev Gringauz
