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It Is Time for a New Yamacraw: Revitalizing Atlanta’s Hardware Tech Scene

Launched in 1999, Georgia's Yamacraw initiative positioned the state as a tech leader in broadband and semiconductors, ultimately leading to the creation of Tech Square as an innovation hub. Nearly 25 years later, experts like Georgia Tech's Professor Farrokh Ayazi believe a new Yamacraw-like effort is needed to revitalize Atlanta's hardware tech scene and restore its former momentum.

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This Marketing Agency Dares You to Take the Red Pill

Alex Turley’s journey from a film major to the CEO and co-founder of Matrix Digital Marketing Agency (MDMA) highlights his adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit. After leaving college and working freelance, he saved enough to invest in cryptocurrency, sparking his interest in blockchain.

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Doing a 180°: GlucoSense Transforms Diabetes Care

A person with Type 1 diabetes makes an average of 180 lifestyle choices every day. Whether it's skipping a workout, going out with friends, or staying up late to study, every decision for a diabetic must be intentional. GlucoSense collects information from users' fitness trackers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to synthesize the day's data all into one place, making it easier for diabetics to understand how their lifestyles impact their blood sugar levels.

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Aayats Aims to Pioneer Change in Music Collaboration

With restricted networks and a lack of connections being reasons why so many music careers become stagnant, Keylem Collier and the Aayats team hope to serve as a web where aspiring artists can easily connect with industry professionals for collaborations and services.

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Wahsega: Innovating School Communication Systems

Wahsega, a resident of Georgia Tech’s startup accelerator, ATDC, has established itself as a leading provider of mass notification and building communication systems. It was recently recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in Atlanta.

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