Stories of Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship in the Southeast

The Knoxville Technology Council holding free workshop titled "The Future of AI is Web3."

One has the Volunteer State at the bottom of businesses with fewer than five employees, the other has the state slightly above the middle for likely new start-ups in 2024.

This leads to opportunities for founders in areas ranging from longevity to early detection and preventative care.

“First we help, then we invest, and together we rise,” CEO Andrew Goldner says.

Sarah Jordan and Tommy Gibbons also provide updates on Skuld and Hempitecture.

The company cites the closing of its $32 million Series A as placing Crossville on the map for energy start-up funding.

While their numbers vary, data compiled by Crunchbase and PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor tell a story of a challenging year.

Princeton University launching new AI hub in collaboration with State of New Jersey and its Economic Development Authority.