Tech
State Report Cites Progress on Broadband Expansion
Millions spent, but still many in Wisconsin still lack adequate internet service.
Jul 14th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerUWM Professor Creating Cheaper Hearing Aids
Yi Hu develops prototype that doesn't require prescription, could cost less than $200.
Jul 5th, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioState Increasing Funding for Broadband Internet Access
A total of $125 million in grants is available to increase internet access around the state.
Jun 3rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioState Joins Enforcement Action Over Russian NFT Scam in Metaverse
Wisconsin and four other states going after scam perpetrated at a digital casino in the Metaverse.
May 12th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerFormer Uber CEO Behind New Downtown Food Hall/Ghost Kitchen
A permit issued by the City of Milwaukee ties the new business to Travis Kalanick's CloudKitchens startup.
May 5th, 2022 by Graham KilmerSoftwareONE Moving Office To Third Ward
Firm moving North American HQ of global cloud solutions provider, and 135 employees, from Waukesha to Milwaukee.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneAssembly Passes Consumer Data Rights Bill
Republican backed legislation gives consumers rights to their data.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Christine HatfieldSilicon Valley Company Expanding In Milwaukee
OpenGov plans to grow office in Walker's Point to 100 employees.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneState Offers $100 Million in Broadband Grants
PSC administering program with federal dollars to expand high-speed internet.
Dec 11th, 2021 by Jonah Beleckis, Wisconsin Public RadioNorthwestern Mutual Hosting Second Annual Women In Tech Conference
Speakers include Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani.
Nov 11th, 2021 by Annie MatteaGOP Bills Prohibit Social Media Censorship
Legislation allows media outlets, residents to sue for censorship.
Oct 22nd, 2021 by Diane Bezucha, Wisconsin Public Radio$100 Million in Stimulus Funds Awarded to Expand Broadband
Public Service Commission awards stimulus funds for fiber projects in unserved or underserved areas.
Oct 16th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio