Tag: technology

The Week’s Biggest News in Brief

admin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:01:00 +0000

The Week’s Biggest News in Brief

admin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:01:00 +0000

Here’s how three UMKC student teams are prepping for the RooLink Digital Healthcare Sprint

admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:44:54 +0000

Editor’s note: This story was first published by Tech Venture Studio at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Click here to read the original story.

From Colombia to Columbia: Family starts from scratch with mid-Missouri bakery

admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:11:07 +0000

Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Missouri Business Alert, a member of the Kansas City Media Collective, which also includes Startland News, KCUR 89.3, American Public Square, Kansas City PBS/Flatland, and The Kansas City Beacon.

IPO alert: EquipmentShare hits Nasdaq; Missouri unicorn says its staying true to its long-term vision

admin — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:56:06 +0000

COLUMBIA, Mo. — With EquipmentShare’s debut Friday on the stock exchange, the Missouri-built leader in connected jobsite technology is advancing a decade-long blueprint for its growth, as well as productivity, efficiency and collaboration across the construction industry, said Jabbok Schlacks.

Rescuing a dream: Why Lizz Whitacre sees a future for shelter pets in Pawlytics

admin — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:06:59 +0000

Lizz Whitacre grew up allergic to pets; the Midwest founder wasn’t even allowed to have dogs or cats as a child.

But that didn’t stop her from fostering a deep-seated need to save them all; her Nebraska-built startup is now wagging momentum in Kansas City to help mom-and-pop boutique animal shelters streamline operations to boost adoptions.

NXTUS is helping five emerging KC innovators gain customer traction; ‘Timing is right,’ startup founders say

admin — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 22:05:32 +0000

A handful of Kansas City startups were among 22 early stage companies gathered in Wichita this week for the opening session of a program aimed at growing strong, sustainable businesses that uplift innovation and opportunity throughout the Heartland.

City Workers Fear Layoffs Are Coming

admin — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:01:00 +0000

City Workers Fear Layoffs Are Coming

admin — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:01:00 +0000

Transportant launches school bus stop arm camera to tag drivers who blow past students

admin — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:37:18 +0000

The latest technology from a Kansas-based leader in school bus safety captures the license plates of law-breakers via full-color digital imaging that can be used to alert law enforcement officials who can then issue citations and hold drivers in violation accountable.

SXSW Film and TV Festival Adds David E. Kelley’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles for Opening Night

admin — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

SXSW Film and TV Festival Adds David E. Kelley’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles for Opening Night

admin — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Meet 8 startups that just locked in move-faster funding from Digital Sandbox KC

admin — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:43:39 +0000

An effort to “super-charge” innovative, emerging tech in Kansas City is helping more than a half-dozen companies with exceptional growth potential get their solutions to customers faster, said Jill Meyer, announcing the latest cohort of Digital Sandbox KC-funded startups.

WeCode KC touts new grant funding aimed at boosting regional workforce readiness

admin — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:35:43 +0000

A just-announced $50,000 grant is expected to help a homegrown workforce development program better prepare 18- to 26-year-old Kansas Citians for careers in high-demand technology fields, said Tammy Buckner, noting a ripple effect expected for the region.

2026 Startups to Watch: Sova Dating builds emotional matches with vibes, logistics and an unexpected viral moment

admin — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:40:35 +0000

Editor’s note: Startland News editors selected 10 high-growth, scaling Kansas City companies to spotlight for its annual Startups to Watch project. Now in its 11th year, this feature recognizes founders and startups that editors believe will make some of the biggest, most compelling news in the coming 12 months. The following is one of 2026’s picks.