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News featuring the Wisconsin Technology Council or its trusted partnersInsideWis: Even in fractious times, the need for a vital, secure economy can unite lawmakers
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – In some ways, Wisconsin’s Mike Gallagher and California’s Ro Khanna make for a political odd couple. Gallagher is a conservative Republican who represents the Green Bay-anchored 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of...
WisBusiness: Endless Frontier Act to revitalize, transform Midwest industries
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher said a new bill he is pushing will not only revitalize industries, but transform them. The bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by the Green Bay Republican, calls for $100 billion to build resources in advancing science and technology research and...
Winnow Fund to Invest in Key Growing Sector in Wisconsin
Venture Capital Fund to Seek out State’s University and College Entrepreneurs MADISON – Winnow Fund, a woman-led, seed-stage venture capital fund has closed on $6 million of capital, a crucial benchmark to begin investing in Wisconsin startups. Lead investor Badger...
‘WisBiz: The Show’ features Polco’s Nick Mastronardi, Tech Metrics and upcoming events
Welcome to “WisBusiness: The Show,” a twice-a-month Web show covering state business news and issues. MADISON – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” spotlights U.S. Air Force veteran and former White House staffer Nick Mastronardi of Polco, a platform for...
InsideWis: Safe coronavirus vaccine will be developed, but accelerated process won’t bypass safety
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Although tests have been restarted, some may still question whether the adverse reaction reported by a subject in the AstraZeneca-led vaccine trial is linked to the coronavirus test vaccination itself or some other cause. However, this...
Using social media to propel you and your business: Learn more at Sept. 22 Tech Council webinar
Hear from a national expert on how to turn your social media and digital marketing efforts into measurable results by attending a 10 a.m., Sept. 22 webinar hosted by the Wisconsin Technology Council. The webinar is the latest in the Tech Council Innovation Network’s...
InsideWis: The clock is ‘Tiking’ on larger data privacy issue
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – I don’t get the fascination with TikTok, the video-sharing platform that is essentially a worldwide talent show for obscure skills, but that’s totally OK. Millions of people do enjoy it and, for many of them, it has been a source of...
SHINE closes $80 million Series C financing supported by Fidelity Management and Research Company
JANESVILLE, Wis., Sept. 2, 2020 – SHINE Medical Technologies LLC, a nuclear technology company focused on becoming the world’s leading producer of medical isotopes, announced today that it has closed an $80-million Series C financing. Fidelity Management and Research...
Calling all companies! Apply for three chances to pitch at the 2020 Early Stage Symposium
MADISON – Applications are being accepted now from young companies that want to tell their stories to investors at our annual Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium #ESSWI, to be held Nov. 9-11 on a virtual platform. The 2020 format includes two pitch opportunities – the...
SEC Modernizes the Accredited Investor Definition
The Securities and Exchange Commission today adopted amendments to the “accredited investor” definition, one of the principal tests for determining who is eligible to participate in our private capital markets. Historically, individual investors who do not meet...
InsideWis: The link between education, economy, is more evident than ever
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Many U.S. policymakers seem concerned about reopening bars, restaurants and health clubs closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. They should be at least as worried about restarting America’s education engine, which will best serve the economy...
Guest column: UW-Madison in a semester of COVID
By UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank We’re on the cusp of what is sure to be one of the most unusual fall semesters in our university’s history. If you’re a student, I want to take a moment to welcome you back. If you’re an employee, I’d like to thank you for your...