The Knight blog covers Aaron Ogle and the rest of the Code for America Philly fellows team:
Knight Foundation blog on Code for America in Philly
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Recognition is ecosystem infrastructure: The inaugural Technical.ly Partner Awards
Announced at the 2026 Builders Conference, the honors recognized something our communities know well: Ecosystems don’t grow on founder energy alone.
I’m an AI ethicist accused of AI plagiarism. Now what?
Detection tools rely on popular writing patterns, which can cause them to mistake distinctive voice for computer-generated work, a community news leader writes.
Can entrepreneurship save the American soul?
The United States thrived on stories of opportunity. In these grumpy times, losing that shared identity threatens more than startups.
Photo gallery: Pics from the 2026 Builders Conference
The 2026 Technical.ly Builders Conference was a big success, with more than 350 people from 30+ states coming through the doors of CYTO PHL in Philadelphia. Our reporters wrote real-time recaps of each session, and we have a searchable table of all of them here. We also have lots of…
Exyn Technologies goes public with a robot that maps where humans can’t
The South Philadelphia company sends robots into mines and other hard-to-reach spaces. Its IPO is also a window into a growing regional robotics scene.
A no-cost training program in New Kensington is building a shorter path to advanced manufacturing work
Westmoreland County Community College’s certificate program pairs entry-level composites skills and a rare industry credential. Apply by June 1.
Philly Tech Week’s packed calendar brought new energy to the local tech scene
Founders, students, investors and organizers gathered for panels, meetups and more, signaling fresh momentum across Philadelphia’s innovation community, organizers say.
AI and data centers should pay for Americans’ education, says US Senate candidate from Virginia
Former reality TV star and McLean native Mark Moran says the federal government should tax AI infrastructure based on revenue, not profit, to fund free college and subsidize basic needs.
Delaware’s famous Ladybug Music Festival expands into Women’s Week
Delaware Moves: Wilmington corridor investment, grant winners, leadership changes and a steadier hiring market.
PA startups gain a new $15M statewide entry point for capital, contracts and accelerator support
Plus, Gecko Robotics’ founders announce a new venture fund, a $1.9 million Pittsburgh economic development gift and other money moves.
Vetigenics nears pivotal trials for pet cancer drug while building toward commercialization
The startup has raised $10 million for antibody therapies for dogs and cats, but its CEO says animal health fundraising takes more investor education in a costly biotech field.
Calling all Philadelphia small business owners: Share your story to help Grow Philly
Technical.ly and the Philadelphia Department of Commerce are highlighting entrepreneurs across the city. Fill out a brief survey for a chance to be featured.
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