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September 10, 2024
September 11, 2024

Imagine a day when you jump in an electronic, autonomous air taxi in St. Pete and head to Tampa International Airport or even to Orlando.

September 10, 2024
September 11, 2024

GDX Development, Virtru, Saildrone and Lonestar Lunar updates.

May 23, 2024
May 31, 2024

Thank you to Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHACH) for sponsoring and hosting our inaugural Morning Sparks: Innovation X-change breakfast. The event was kicked off by Alicia Schulhof, President of JHACH, and followed by an overview of the topic - Artificial Intelligence - by Dr. John Licato of USF's Advanced Machine and Human Reasoning Lab.

May 23, 2024
May 31, 2024

Kudos to the Tampa Bay Innovation Center, a technology incubator, accelerator and coworking office operating the ARK Innovation Center in the Innovation District. They recently announced the startups that will participate in their spring accelerator program. These startups offer a variety of intriguing solutions, many based in the Tampa Bay region. Keep an eye out for a showcase featuring these companies in July.

May 23, 2024
May 31, 2024

The Dali Museum is once again leveraging innovative technology to engage the audience in a deeper understanding of Dali. A recent NPR profile highlighted: Ask Dalí, a new installation based on a copy of Dalí's iconic Lobster Telephone sculpture, allows visitors to pick up the crustacean-shaped receiver, ask a question, and hear Dalí's response. The artist's voice, speaking in heavily-accented English, is made possible through generative artificial intelligence. The artist's AI voice was trained on voice samples taken from archival interviews Dalí did in English over his career.

March 21, 2024
April 10, 2024

The University of South Florida (USF) has announced its intention to create a college focused on the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and computing, with the goal of positioning the Tampa Bay region and state of Florida as a national leader. USF is the first university in Florida and among the first in the nation to announce plans to create a college dedicated to AI and cybersecurity.

March 5, 2024
April 10, 2024

The U.S. had landed on the moon again after 50 years. Kudos to Lonestar Data Holdings, a Maritime and Defense Technology Hub tenant, for being part of this remarkable event.

March 5, 2024
April 10, 2024

It is no surprise that we are talking frequently in the Innovation District about future technologies and how they have the potential to solve the "unsolvable" problems and radically change lives. Two such discussions recently highlighted advancements in artificial intelligence (AI)

January 31, 2024
February 13, 2024

For entrepreneurs, this network of support organizations can be challenging to navigate. The hope is that this map helps direct entrepreneurs to the best possible resources.

November 17, 2023
January 19, 2024

Blue Ring Imaging will now operate under the VideoRay umbrella and utilize in the Innovation District as an applied research and testing location.

November 17, 2023
January 19, 2024

The Maritime and Defense Technology Hub continues welcome new technology companies to our community. The latest is Tocaro Blue.

November 17, 2023
January 19, 2024

The Dali recently introduced a new exhibit - Dalí & the Impressionists: Monet, Renoir, Degas & More. Curated by Dr. William Jeffett, the exhibit includes 22 paintings by 18 artists, along with 18 of Dali’s earliest paintings from the St. Pete facility’s permanent collection.

November 17, 2023
January 19, 2024

The St. Pete Science Festival is an annual regional celebration where families and the public can explore the wonders of hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

October 2, 2023
October 4, 2023

Kudos to St. Petersburg College (SPC) for their recent win of a grant to bolster STEM workforces in technology innovation sectors. Awarded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), this grant is intended to strengthen training programs and apprenticeship opportunities to ensure that individuals can build careers in STEM fields in their own communities.

October 2, 2023
October 4, 2023

Predicting the path and intensity of a hurricane is a complex science that employs not just satellite imagery, but also state-of-the-art drones that can dive, sail and fly straight into the heart of the most powerful storms (Wall Street Journal). St. Petersburg plays a role in this important work as a regional base for Saildrone at the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub.

September 8, 2023
September 13, 2023

PVM, a digital services company based in the Innovation District and founded by Pat Mack, a St. Pete native, has partnered with the City of St. Petersburg to improve the city's open data portal - StPeteStat.

September 8, 2023
September 13, 2023

Hub tenants SummitET and The Darkstar Group have been recognized as fastest-growing private companies in America as part of Inc. 5000 2023. Both SummitET and The Darkstar Group share a common thread of innovation, resilience, and a forward-thinking approaches.

August 2, 2023
September 9, 2023

The Dali's "Dali Alive 360" - the geodesic dome on the waterfront side of the museum - opens this week.

August 2, 2023
September 9, 2023

At the Hub's July Tech X-change attendees heard from Airbox Systems / Gates Defense about their comprehensive suite of situational awareness tools.

June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023

Summit Exercises and Training LLC (SummitET®), a tenant of the Innovation District's Hub, has launched a new preparedness video podcast befittingly entitled “Bridging the Gap”, in which subject matter experts (SMEs) discuss the challenges that the preparedness and response community (e.g., first responders) face before, during, and after crises. Its fascinating to learn from the experts about these important topics.

photo source: St. Pete Catalyst
April 28, 2023
May 12, 2023

The Tampa Bay Innovation Center recently hosted the region's first climate tech-focused program designed for early-stage tech ventures.

photo source: SOFWOLF
April 28, 2023
May 12, 2023

SOFWOLF team will blend real-life situations, time with experts, and intensive training into an impactful, unique training experience.

photo source: Lonestar Data Company
March 31, 2023
May 12, 2023

From space to the ocean and everything in between.

January 27, 2023
January 27, 2023

At the 5th annual State of Science and Innovation, five innovators from St. Pete were give only six minutes to share the work they are doing. Kudos to all of them - they did an amazing job!

January 27, 2023
January 27, 2023

Mark your calendar! Next month - Saturday, February 18 - is the St. Pete Science Festival in conjunction with MarineQuest. Kids and adults will have opportunity to explore science and technology first hand with over 40 exhibits from NOAA, USF, Firestone Grand Prix, and more.

December 1, 2022
December 6, 2022

There are shared spaces... and then there are shared communities. Spaces, while important, are will not yield results such as innovative products/services, new grant funding, or joint ventures unless you spend dedicated time building a community within the space.

November 1, 2022
November 29, 2022

While much of the Hurricane Ian recovery is focused on land, District partners at NOAA have been collecting data about what happened with the water, and assessing safety of the waterways.

November 1, 2022
November 29, 2022

St. Petersburg native Pat Mack is quick to note he is not an epidemiologist; he is a self-described computer science nerd. His company PVM, however, utilizes its data evaluation expertise to help the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reduce public health risks by improving its surveillance and outbreak response efforts.

August 5, 2022
August 5, 2022

Blue Ring Imaging, a Hub tenant, showcased its latest underwater 3D visualization.

June 30, 2022
July 21, 2022

Three Saildrones made their way into Tampa Bay and back to the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub (in the Port of St. Pete).

May 26, 2022
June 9, 2022

The Hub and its 17 tenant organizations have had the privilege over the last three months to welcome several current and past Federal Government leaders to the building.

December 10, 2021
May 7, 2022

The future tenants of the Innovation District's Maritime Defense and Technology Hub were introduced to the community during a soft opening on December 15.

October 29, 2021
May 7, 2022

Duke Energy is finalizing a new state-of-the-art substation in the St. Pete Innovation District. This unique facility is changing not only the look of a traditional substation but increasing safety and performance. Watch the video above to learn more.

October 29, 2021
May 7, 2022

After months of planning and negotiations, a five-year license agreement has officially been approved between the city and the St. Pete Innovation District to bring a much-anticipated Maritime and Defense Technology Hub.

October 29, 2021
May 7, 2022

"We are thrilled to relocate our corporate headquarters to St. Petersburg, Florida, as we believe the Tampa Bay region's talent, innovative spirit, and quality of life will accelerate our growth initiatives," stated Cathie Wood, ARK's Founder, CEO, and Chief Investment Officer in their recent press release.

September 14, 2021
November 22, 2021

St. Pete Youth have interviewed STEAM professionals from our community about their careers. These interview are being released every other Tuesday from September through December 2021. Check out the episodes on the St. Pete Catalyst.

August 31, 2021
May 7, 2022

The co-working entrepreneurial center, Tampa Bay Innovation Center (TBIC) recently announced its fourth cohort of the TBIC Accelerator Program.

July 28, 2021
July 28, 2021

A city-owned building at 450 8th Avenue Southeast in St. Pete will soon become a hub for marine science, defense, and technology companies (From the July 2021 SPID newsletter).

June 29, 2021
July 8, 2021

“One of my dreams, and COVID proved it, is that internet is a utility like water, that everybody should have,” said Alison Barlow, executive director of the St. Petersburg Innovation District and co-lead of the Digital Inclusion Working Group (From the June 2021 SPID Newsletter).

Photo: Rendering of the new building and its future location at the corner of 4th Street S and 11th Ave S
May 28, 2021
June 8, 2021

The St. Pete Innovation District (SPID) is excited to be the location of the new, soon to-be-built home for the Tampa Bay Innovation Center (TBIC). (From the May 2021 SPID newsletter)

May 28, 2021
June 8, 2021

It has been stated many times that Tampa Bay area could be the next major tech hub and with CodeBoxx opening a new facility inside the Thrive DTSP building on 4th Street North in St. Pete on May 19 we are on the way. (From the May 2021 SPID newsletter)

May 28, 2021
June 8, 2021

On May 12, the Federal government launched the Broadband Emergency Benefit program to help individuals and families who are grappling with the digital inclusion gap. (From the May 2021 SPID newsletter)

March 31, 2021
June 8, 2021

The Innovation District is a test bed for smart city technology. Over the last two years the District along with national and local partners has begun four proof of concept projects: smart lighting, Guardians of the Gulf (STEAM education), smart intersection, and digital inclusion. (From the March 2021 SPID newsletter)

Flyer for Smart City Showcase
March 2, 2021

The St. Petersburg Innovation District is a test bed for smart city technology

January 29, 2021
June 21, 2021

Tampa Bay Innovation Center (TBIC) was selected as a finalist for Powderkeg's 2020 National Tech Culture Awards.

January 29, 2021
June 21, 2021

TBIC announced their Innovation Accelerator Winter 2021 Cohort of five startups.

January 29, 2021
June 21, 2021

The St. Petersburg Science Festival is looking for scientists, technologists, researchers, etc. to feature in a year-round Scientists in the Sun online campaign.

January 29, 2021
June 21, 2021

Join us on March 3, 2021 to learn about the District's smart city projects and our progress so far.

October 13, 2020
June 28, 2021

The 3rd Annual State of Science featured local innovators (and a national artist) who shared their work that is often at the intersection of science, technology and art.

September 24, 2019
June 28, 2021

The Innovation District hosted a special event on September 24, 2019 to showcase these individuals and their stories. There was a series of eight fast-paced, brief presentations.

July 10, 2019
July 7, 2021

Blockchain breakdown: Special guest Sean Stein Smith talks blockchain, cryptocurrency and the intersection of financial industries.

April 19, 2019
July 7, 2021

Forensic Science or Fauxrensic Science? Alison and guests talk about another hidden science gem in Tampa Bay, DNA analysis, and myth busting CSI.

Spectrum Smart city presentation 
March 26, 2019

Program creates access to ultra-fast network, allowing city to incorporate new technology that residents and visitors can benefit from

Photo left to right: Jason Mathis, St. Pete Downtown Partnership; Sridhar Sundaram, USFSP KTCOB, Bill Wallace, US Ignite; Martin Tadlock, USFSP.
February 14, 2019

What is a “Smart City?” How can technology help St. Petersburg and other communities address challenges like transportation, water, safety, and education?

November 9, 2018
July 7, 2021

Local professors talk innovations in STEM education, inspiration and bringing Magic School bus to life through VR

November 29, 2022

State of Science Celebrates 5 Years

July 27, 2022

Casey Sapp of Blue Ring Imaging, a HUB tenant, recently received the first patent granted for Mixed Reality teleoperations and multi-view visualization on unmanned vehicles.

June 30, 2022

Kudos to SOFWOLF for completing another year of their successful summer STEM program.

June 30, 2022

Three Saildrones made their way into Tampa Bay and back to the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub.