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As respiratory virus season gains momentum, Pittsburgh-area residents have a new tool to help them track viruses in real time. The Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) recently launched a respiratory virus dashboard that tracks cases, hospitalizations and deaths for COVID, influenza and RSV, creating a centralized hub for critical public health information. And it’s a […]
Philadelphia showed off its strength as a tech ecosystem in 2024. Between milestone anniversaries for community organizations and multiple national conferences choosing Philly as its host city, the region had many opportunities to bring people into the fold. And it went beyond just locally. There were also opportunities to show off to orgs from outside […]
Some events unify a city, enabling even strangers to cut across lines of difference and unfamiliarity. The Key Bridge collapse did that for Baltimore. That solidarity was palpable at the start of a recent convening, held in late October by the civic impact development program The Leadership, for participants to “Reconnect” and explore leadership during […]
2024 was a pivotal year for Pittsburgh’s tech ecosystem. Marked by growing public and private investments, innovation expanded across sectors. Key advancements in space exploration, life sciences and AI-powered robotics, combined with federal funding and new initiatives, showcased the city’s growing role as a hub of innovation and economic growth. Explore the milestones that made […]
2024 was a year of growth for the Delaware tech ecosystem. Milestones in biotech, greentech and the road to universal statewide broadband marked the year of accomplishments. We’ve mapped them all on the interactive timeline below. Explore it to review the year’s major moments in Delaware innovation. Before you go… Please consider supporting […]
The DMV’s tech community had a busy 2024, with the mix of highs and lows you’d typically expect from the region’s politics. Local companies scored monumental contracts with the feds, the district invested in building tech prowess and startups reported new capital. At the same time, nonprofits shut down and contracting giants got caught up […]
You wouldn’t know from attending Baltimore tech and startup events that the regional economy faced some massive challenges this year. Remember that massive ship destroying a bridge? The nine-figure payout required from our omnipresent athletic apparel giant? Yeah, those were pretty bad. But the myriad of meetups, youth-centered workshops and celebrations that brought the region’s […]
Money Moves is a recurring series where we chart the raises, grants, contracts, mergers and other funding news of tech companies across our regions. Have a tip? Email us at delaware@technical.ly. We’re in the thick of Q4, and the number of money moves is slowing down as the holidays approach. What is happening, though, are moves […]
Money Moves is a recurring series where we chart the raises, grants, contracts, mergers and other funding news of tech companies across our regions. Have a tip? Email us at pittsburgh@technical.ly. Lately, investments in the Pittsburgh region have focused on sustainability. Government grants allocated millions of dollars to support conservation workforce development programs and technology […]
An iconic Philly exhibit is back after a six-month hiatus. The Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart will reopen to the public on Saturday, this time with technology elements to enhance the experience. Despite a complete redesign of the surrounding galleries, the science museum’s “Body Odyssey” exhibit centerpiece — a childhood favorite for almost anyone who grew […]