Milwaukee

Microsoft's massive AI data center in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, begins limited operations with 375+ new jobs projected.

Northwestern Mutual commits $150M to a new venture fund in Milwaukee. Fund III brings total NMFV allocation to $350M for fintech and insurtech investments.

The growth of in-person entertainment is reflected in two gaming businesses in Milwaukee, according to James Hermann of the Midwest Founders Community.

Milwaukee-based fund invests $500k in Wisconsin's Voyager AI to modernize bank lending with custom AI models, streamlining compliance for financial institutions.

Jessica Silvaggi of UWM Research Foundation discuss tech transfer, translational funding, and how UWM turns academic research into real-world businesses.

Paige Peters' Rapid Radicals in Wisconsin is revolutionizing water technology with fast, space-saving wastewater treatment, shifting from municipal to industrial scale.

Wisconsin Startup News 2025: Year in Review. Funding low, but AI, manufacturing, and strong founders drive the local ecosystem.

Wisconsin legal tech under the spotlight in the Startup Wisconsin podcast with Jacob Miller: Obviate.ai’s autonomous contract analysis with no prompts, edits & risk flags in minutes.

Secchi bridges the gap between leaders & non-desk workers with real-time tools for recognition, coaching, and clear communication on the front line.

Rockwell Automation plans a new 1M sq ft Wisconsin factory as part of a $2B U.S. expansion, emphasizing smart manufacturing and robotics.

Is Wisconsin leading Midwest beverage innovation? A surprising startup hub is emerging with zero-sugar cocktails, THC seltzers, kombucha & more.

Jake Westreich from Gener8tor asks: who should be getting into the ‘game’ of angel investing?

Ben Kvalo's journey from Wisconsin to global gaming, building Midwest Games to transform publishing & empower developers outside traditional hubs.

Wisconsin's "Coolest Thing Made" contest highlights top 16 products, showcasing manufacturing innovation and economic growth

Angela Damiani, founder of Newaukee in Milwaukee, Wisconsin provides insight into why achievement in the region is predicated upon entrepreneurial resolve rather than established institutional backing.

City leads Inc. 5000 list as the fastest-growing U.S. metro. Midwest shows strength, with healthcare & medical surging.

UW-Milwaukee, with Microsoft and Titletown Tech, launched the nation’s first AI Co-Innovation Lab, a $3M facility to accelerate AI adoption in manufacturing and boost Wisconsin's tech economy.

Milwaukee drone show replaces fireworks, saving funds, reducing noise, and celebrating local heritage with original soundtrack.