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Curious about a career in Geospatial Data Science or Geographic Information Systems? Learn more about programs at Temple University Geography and Urban Studies on Technical.ly. Geospatial analysis is a developing area of study with a variety of professional applications, including climate adaptation, business location, epidemiology, urban and environmental planning and any other field that uses spatially referenced data to predict trends and make decisions. https://lnkd.in/eAw_9RGg #TechnicallyPartner24

BIG NEWS: President Biden blocks $14.9 billion Nippon-US Steel merger — a pivotal moment for Pittsburgh’s economy. His decision to halt the merger cites national security and the need to bolster domestic production. For decades, steel defined Pittsburgh’s economy. Today, the robotics workforce outnumbers steelworkers, thanks to investments like the $62.7 million Build Back Better grant. From labor leaders to elected officials, many saw the merger as a potential threat to local jobs and domestic manufacturing. Yet questions remain: What’s next for US Steel in Pittsburgh? How can the region balance its industrial roots with its growing tech-driven economy? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eWU7gduR

Fintech company Perpay Inc. is committed to the Philly tech community. Head of @People Operations Brooke Brault says, "Perpay was founded, is 100% based in Philadelphia, and is dedicated to developing the next generation of the region's tech talent. We’re proud to partner with multiple universities in the area to attract and develop local talent. Our one-of-a-kind internship programs span across multiple areas of our business, providing students with hands-on experiences where they can make a meaningful impact to our customer’s lives. Additionally, we frequently bring the tech community together by hosting meetups at our office. These gatherings are more than just networking—they’re opportunities to exchange ideas, share a meal, and connect with other talented individuals in the region. By creating a unique opportunity for promising youth to explore a career in tech, and providing a space for collaboration and connection, Perpay is helping to shape the future of innovation right here in our community." Learn more about the Technical.ly client and explore career opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/etjVfpap #TechnicallyPartner24

“TEDCO’s very ethos revolves around connecting talent to opportunities," says Tammi Thomas, chief development and marketing officer at the Maryland economic development org. "Through our carefully curated investment funds, we offer Maryland-based startups in the technology and life science industries a chance for funding to support business growth and development; through our programs like the Maryland Innovation Initiative and the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund, we offer opportunities for researchers, universities and other entrepreneurial spirits; and through our vast network, we offer visibility, connections and events – like the Entrepreneur Expo – to foster continued growth, collaboration and innovation across the state.” Learn more about the Technical.ly client here: https://lnkd.in/ejmbcEVt #TechnicallyPartner24

“Going beyond a copilot feels like sitting down with a great mentor or a colleague who just asks the right, super sharp questions to inspire your thinking, and then it captures those insights,” said Katie Trauth Taylor, PhD, CEO of gen AI startup Narratize. Alongside fellow gen AI startup Waymark, Narratize took part in the accelerator run by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs (a Technical.ly client!). Both companies say generative AI empowers humans’ ability to tell their own stories: https://lnkd.in/emubn6bB #TechnicallyPartner24

Amid tightening venture capital markets, DC is stepping up to support its local startups with a city-backed $26 million venture fund. Called the DC Venture Capital Fund, it’s a “fund of funds” that will invest in early-stage companies, particularly those led by underrepresented founders, in a bid to strengthen the district’s innovation ecosystem. The fund will be managed by K Street Capital. Here’s what we know about how it’ll work: https://lnkd.in/ezBzZ-nu

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“Entering the US healthcare market is not just about proving traction upon entrance — it’s about proving fit once here,” said the University City Science Center’s Kristen Fitch. Read on to learn more about how the Science Center, a Technical.ly client, helps international founders navigate the American healthcare industry. https://lnkd.in/eEqvVviH #TechnicallyPartner24

Baltimore has awarded a $2 million grant to the non-profit Waves, marking a major step in expanding high-speed internet access to underserved communities. Expanding broadband access isn’t just about utility; it’s a foundation for economic opportunity and innovation across the city. Here’s how orgs are working to close the digital gap: https://lnkd.in/ey8_C76T

In the age of declining institutional trust and the rise of the $150 billion creator economy, influencers are no longer just trendsetters; they’re trusted messengers and key distributors of information in their communities. At Technical.ly, we’re embracing this evolution with our Creator-in-Residence Program: https://lnkd.in/efafNi9c