Georgia Tech
Coverage of Georgia Tech in the Nexus archive.
- Harvard’s $699 startup bootcamp has professors who never sleep–but that’s because they’re AI clones
Harvard Business School utilizes AI clones of its faculty in a $699 online startup bootcamp called HBS Foundry. The eight-week program provides founders with personalized AI mentorship to rehearse pitches and calls before they pitch investors, which culminates in an opportunity to win up to $100,000. This venture aims to extend entrepreneurial support to high-potential founders regardless of their access to traditional academic resources.
- Expert says Georgia water system attack highlights critical security deficiencies
A possible cyber attack on Georgia's Clayton County water system caused low water pressure and a boil water advisory, with authorities suggesting it may be part of a multistate campaign linked to Iran. Similar attacks targeting water infrastructure have been reported in seven other states, prompting investigations by the FBI and federal agencies.
- Rising seas magnify the dangers of Coastal Georgia’s industrial past
Semona Holmes in Brunswick, Georgia, lives near a former pesticide plant Superfund site, facing floodwater risks and concerns about toxic contamination. A new $15 million Superfund research center, involving six institutions, will study health effects and future exposure risks from Glynn County's toxic sites, including climate change impacts like rising seas and stronger storms.
- Michigan State University names interim athletic director
Michigan State University has appointed Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director following former athletic director J Batt's departure. Palumbo, currently serving as MSU’s executive deputy athletics director and chief operating officer, will continue as CEO of Spartan Ventures and seek a board member replacement during his interim tenure.
- I left a Google job I loved. It was scary to leave, but even scarier to stay.
Aashna Doshi left a Google software engineering job to pursue an AI startup after starting a podcast that connected her with tech leaders. She turned down a Google offer in California to work in New York City and later felt staying at Google was scarier than leaving.
- Braves acquire former Georgia Tech star Joey Bart from Pirates
The Atlanta Braves traded for catcher Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for pitcher Hunter Stratton. The Braves designated Sandy León for assignment to make roster space. Bart, a Georgia Tech alumnus, was activated from the injured list and is set as the backup catcher behind Drake Baldwin.
- Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation
Stord, an Amazon fulfillment competitor, raised $250M at a $3B valuation. Founded in 2015 by Sean Henry and Jacob Boudreau while they were Georgia Tech students.