Solugen ranks second on Fast Company’s 2022 list of the 50 most innovative companies in the world. It also sits at No. 1 on the magazine’s list of the world’s most innovative manufacturers.
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Innovation Map: Houston software startup is tapping into the military sector with VR training tools
A VR headset is different from your usual office appliance — it’s not a printer or a desktop computer. So, addressing this technology and how companies deal with network security and identity management — plus the software designing itself — has been HTX Labs’ bread and butter since it was founded in 2017.
Innovation Map: 10+ can’t-miss Houston business and innovation events for April
After a very busy March, Houston innovators might need to prepare for another month of networking opportunities. Here’s a rundown of what all to throw on your calendar for April.
Houston Business Journal: New growth equity firm launches $50M inaugural fund for women, minority businesses
A new growth equity firm is fundraising $50 million to provide investments to women- and minority-owned businesses in the South.
Culture Map Houston: Historic mission from Houston space tech company plans for splashdown
Houston-based Axiom Space’s first mission Axiom mission 1 (Ax-1), which took off April 8 and connected to the International Space Station, has announced its plans for undocking and splashdown.
Innovation Map: Houston experts talk tech and the city’s future as an innovation hub
The Greater Houston Partnership hosted its second annual State of Technology event — the first to be hosted in person — this week, and panelists joined the stage to discuss ESG, venture capital, and what’s next for Houston’s growing tech scene. Missed the conversation? Here are several key moments from the event.
Innovation Map: Report finds Houston is 3rd fastest growing tech ecosystem
Thanks to that robust activity, Houston now ranks as the third-fastest-growing tech ecosystem for early-stage companies in the country, according to the analysis.
CoStar: Losing Out on Amazon HQ2 Led to Creation of Houston Innovation District
The adaptive reuse of a former art deco Sears department store officially opened its doors as The Ion last year in midtown Houston looking to be the epicenter of innovation, where academic institutions, accelerators, businesses, incubators and investors can collaboratively create pathways for Houston’s future workforce.
Houston Inno: New DivInc Houston sports tech accelerator aims to connect startups with teams, pilot projects
Austin-based DivInc, which expanded into Houston in 2021, sees an opportunity to connect diverse startups with financing, mentorship and a network of professionals in sports business.
Innovation Map: Houston cashes in with some of the highest salaries in Texas for this in-demand tech job
It really pays to be a software engineer in Houston, new data shows.
