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OMA x AI brings Omaha together to learn, build and lead with artificial intelligence
Omaha leaders, educators and entrepreneurs gathered Oct. 7 at KANEKO for OMA x AI, a new conference focused on making artificial intelligence accessible across industries. The event marked a citywide effort to turn AI from an abstract concept into a practical tool for innovation and workforce growth.
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AI readiness and business outcomes take center stage at Heartland Developers Conference
As artificial intelligence moves from buzzword to boardroom priority, the Heartland Developers Conference put the spotlight on how companies can prepare for adoption and measure its impact. Hosted Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 by AIM Institute, the annual event drew developers, IT leaders and industry experts to share knowledge, demonstrate techniques and connect with peers.…
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From AI to Stablecoins, Flyover Fintech positions Nebraska as a fintech player
Nebraska leaders used the Flyover Fintech conference Tuesday to argue the state has the talent and infrastructure to compete in financial technology. National and local speakers addressed topics ranging from AI in banking to stablecoin regulation, concluding with a call to elevate Nebraska’s innovation story.
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Omaha could be an ‘it’ city for AI. But building more huge data centers isn’t the only pathway.
A panel on the future of Nebraska’s economy sees opportunity in how companies can leverage AI, and how local resources like the Scott Data Center can attract business with its capacity and secure approach to data. Powering data centers remains a concern, even as the future might not be in large commercial data centers.
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UNL launches AI makerspace in partnership with Scott Data
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has launched a new AI makerspace in partnership with Omaha-based Scott Data, giving students access to cutting-edge computing power. The facility is the first of its kind in Nebraska and among only a handful tied to higher education nationally.
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Five takeaways from the first Nebraska Data & AI summit
A panel discussed how to build the AI workforce in Nebraska, with recommendations ranging from improved upskilling and more industry-academia partnerships to understanding that every worker needs to have a basic knowledge of AI to be successful.
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How Nebraska’s business ecosystem is learning and leveraging AI
As artificial intelligence gains traction across industries, Nebraska’s business and startup communities are learning how to adopt the technology through meetups, forums and cautious experimentation. While some warn that companies risk falling behind without AI, others emphasize the need for thoughtful implementation amid evolving regulations and risks.
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CodeBuddy closes $872k seed round to expand AI-powered software development platform
CodeBuddy has secured $872,500 in seed funding to enhance its AI-powered software development platform designed to assist nontraditional developers in creating new software from concept to cloud. The Nebraska-based startup intends to grow its team and explore new markets with the funding.
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New partnership aims to make Omaha a top destination for AI innovation
The Greater Omaha Chamber is unveiling a new initiative designed to establish the city as a hub for artificial intelligence. In collaboration with Scott Data, the goal is to bolster local businesses and draw AI-focused companies to the area.
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At the edge of innovation: How Edgeworks is reimagining science, storytelling and STEM education
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, a team of artists, technologists and researchers is transforming the understanding of science and storytelling. Based at the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, Edgeworks is creating immersive tools that merge design and data, ranging from virtual farms to quantum simulations, reshaping education and research across disciplines.
Artificial Intelligence
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