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Tech Nebraska rallies stakeholders to foster innovation by supporting legislative action
Tech Nebraska convened a group of technology leaders and policymakers in Lincoln to discuss efforts to support pro-business and pro-growth policies during the 109th Nebraska Unicameral Legislative Session.
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Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry welcomes new chair, board members; Current CEO announces departure
The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry announced leadership changes for 2025, including new board members, and the June departure of President and CEO Bryan Slone.
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Building momentum: Omaha leaders react to Technical.ly ecosystem map rankings
Omaha leaders discuss the city’s strengths and growth opportunities in the local innovation economy following the release of the Technical.ly Map of Innovation Ecosystems.
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Mapping innovation: How Nebraska compares to other U.S. startup hubs
Technical.ly recently launched its Map of Innovation Ecosystems, a new interactive tool to gauge innovation in different locations across the U.S. Nebraska came in first in one category, but overall has work to do to gain ground in the rankings.
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Recap: 2024 Tech Nebraska Summit
Tech Nebraska Executive Director Laurel Oetken shares highlights from the second annual Tech Nebraska Summit in Omaha.
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Entrepreneurship and economic equity: Nebraska leaders discuss grassroots strategies
Entrepreneurship is one way to spur economic mobility and growth in disinvested communities in both urban and rural areas. Trevon Brooks, Don Macke and SPN Editor Stefanie Monge discussed strategies to promote equitable economic growth at the local level in Nebraska.
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Five Things: Flyover Fintech 2024
At Flyover Fintech 2024, top fintech leaders and government officials gathered to explore the future of financial technology. Hosted by U.S. Rep. Mike Flood, the event highlighted the need for collaboration between industry, academia, and government. Read for the key insights.
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Speakers on AI, cybersecurity, innovation in Nebraska at the 2024 Flyover Fintech conference
U.S. Rep. Mike Flood will host public officials, financial and technology leaders, for a day focused on the opportunities and challenges related to fintech innovation in Nebraska. Register for the second annual Flyover Fintech Conference by Oct. 7.
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Nebraska needs more, faster chargers to spur wider EV adoption in the state
Nebraska continues to lag behind other states when it comes to EV adoption. “Range anxiety” is one common concern cited as Nebraskans worry about getting stranded without a charge due to a lack of infrastructure.
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Wind farms’ benefits to communities can be slow or complex, leading to opposition and misinformation
A dairy farmer in Greeley County, Nebraska led community opposition against a proposed wind farm, citing concerns over property values and environmental impact. Despite his efforts and similar anti-wind campaigns across other counties, Greeley County commissioners approved the project, highlighting the ongoing debate over wind power’s economic and environmental promises versus community concerns.