Indianapolis-based software firm Metaimpact lands $5M investment
Metaimpact, a software company led by longtime local tech executive Scott McCorkle, has now raised $45 million since its launch in December 2018.
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OpenAI launches GPT-5, a potential barometer for whether AI hype is justified
The update is being closely watched to see if the frontier of generative AI is advancing or plateauing.
Trump plans 100% tariff on computer chips, unless companies build in United States
Demand for computer chips has been climbing worldwide, with sales increasing 19.6% in the year-ended in June, according to the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics organization.
Trump to highlight Apple’s plans to invest $100B more in US, raising total to $600B
Apple’s new investments will be about bringing more of its supply chain and advanced manufacturing to the United States.
US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances
Drones are already used in a variety of ways, including bolstering search and rescue operations, applying fertilizer, inspecting power lines and railroad bridges and delivering packages.
Big Tech’s hefty AI spending is reshaping the slowing economy
Google, Meta, Amazon and Microsoft reaffirmed this past week that they are on track to spend more than $350 billion this year building and equipping AI data centers.
Scale Computing acquired by Texas-based software company
Prior to the acquisition, Scale, founded in 2007, operated in the realm of what’s known as edge computing, a growing trend in the tech world.
TechPoint launches statewide networking group for top data officers
The Indiana CDO Network, which seeks to bring together chief data officers and other high-level data and analytics leaders, launches later this month.
Trump administration launching new private health tracking system with Big Tech’s help
The new program is expected to allow Americans to share personal health data and medical records across health systems and apps run by private tech companies, making it easier to access health records and monitor wellness.
DOGE builds AI tool to cut 50 percent of federal regulations
The tool has already been used to complete “decisions on 1,083 regulatory sections” at the Department of Housing and Urban Development in under two weeks.
Report: Indiana tech venture capital activity lower in first half of 2025, mirroring national trends
Nationally, $23 billion was raised through May, according to PitchBook, far less than the forecasted $90 billion.
Hinkle Fieldhouse to get huge new scoreboard as part of digital upgrade
The new digital signage will mean more advertising and sponsorship opportunities for the Butler University athletic program.
White House unveils AI policy vision meant to spur US development
The blueprint seeks to make American technology the foundation for AI worldwide while enacting security measures to keep adversaries like China from gaining an edge.
Fishers-based Arrive AI plans to add 40 jobs amid expansion
Arrive said most of the jobs will be based at its Hamilton County headquarters.
Indiana energy leaders push for ‘nuclear renaissance’ at Tuesday forum
IBJ Media’s Nuclear Energy Forum, held Tuesday, brought together about 270 attendees for a half-day of discussions on the potential benefits—and hurdles—of nuclear energy.
Class-action status sought for lawsuit against Community Health over alleged data breach
A patient is suing the Community Health for negligence, breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment and invasion of privacy.
What to know about vulnerability being exploited on Microsoft SharePoint servers
Microsoft has issued an emergency fix to close off a vulnerability in widely-used SharePoint software that hackers have exploited to carry out widespread attacks on businesses and at least some U.S. government agencies.
Global hack on Microsoft product hits US agencies, businesses
With access to the SharePoint servers, which often connect to Outlook email, Teams and other core services, a breach can lead to theft of sensitive data as well as password harvesting.
Indianapolis scores ‘solid’ ranking in AI readiness, new report says
The Indianapolis metro area ranks 47th among the nation’s 195 large metros when it comes to artificial intelligence business activity, according to a new study from the Brookings Institution.
IBJ names 20 in their Twenties honorees for 2025
The up-and-coming leaders represent business, the arts and culture, philanthropy, government and community service.