Technology

Jun 19, 2025

NC startup Active Defender hosts safety summit & demo day

One of the speakers at the event was former FBI agent Rob DePriest. Photo provided by Active Defender. Active Defender, an industry leader in school safety solutions and emergency communications, brought educators, parents and public safety prof ...

Jun 18, 2025

NC TECH now accepting awards applications for 2025

The North Carolina Technology Association (NC TECH) and presenting sponsor, Cherry Bekaert, is now accepting applications for the NC TECH Awards, the state’s premier technology awards program. Applications will be accepted through July 25. Finalists ...

Jun 12, 2025

Local leaders learn to apply AI like an expert at Power Breakfast

From left to right: Jaron Cayton, Faith Hatton, Dr. Sambit Bhattacharya, Karly Pavlinac, Ashlee Russell and Marty Cayton. Photo by GFBJ.At today’s Power Breakfast entitled Applied Intelligence - The AI Revolution in Business, four local professionals ...

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FSU students and faculty make strides towards advancement in applied AI in the Intelligent Systems Laboratory

Posted Jun 27, 2025
A research lab within FSU’s Department of Mathematics and Computer science, the Intelligent Systems Laboratory (ISL) is exploring use-inspired data science, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), cybersecurity and multi-disciplinary
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May 29, 2025

Tech for a cause: 2025 Tech ID Day showcases new innovations while supporting warfighters and a good cause

To wrap up the first day, attendees were able to meet up for a social event at the Brad Halling American Whiskey Ko. in Southern Pines where a $10,000 check was presented to the Joint Special Operations Foundation for their scholarship fund. Photo pr ...

May 1, 2025

Harnett County selected to receive high-speed internet expansion

Governor Josh Stein recently announced that Harnett County is among 30 counties selected to receive funding through the Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program, an initiative focused on expanding access to high-speed internet for unserved and un ...

Apr 24, 2025

Fourth annual Tech ID Day returns in 2025; Pinehurst based AIC welcomes government agencies to view new technology

Graphic provided by: AIC A day dedicated to putting technology focused government contractors is coming up soon. The fourth annual Technology Innovation Demonstration Day (Tech ID Day) will be returning to the Oak Grove Technologies (OGT) Traini ...

Mar 24, 2025

NCDMV kiosk pilot program hits 25,000 transactions in one year; additional kiosk coming to Fayetteville

Photo provided by: NCDMV The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles self-service kiosk pilot in grocery stores has hit a significant milestone in its first year. Since its launch last March, 25,000 customers have accessed DMV services at select Harris ...

Mar 6, 2025

Geranium Geospatial Solutions: Fayetteville-based company utilizes geographic information systems to provide "smarter solutions through strategic insight"

Left: GGS can help you camp smarter leveraging geospatial technology to enhance your camping experience by offering custom mapping & route planning, weather & environmental monitoring, resource & accessibility mapping and more! Right: GGS ...

Feb 6, 2025

TechNet 2025: The annual technology exhibition and symposium returns to showcase the latest in technology to the community

AFCEA North Carolina is hosting its annual TechNet Fort Liberty Symposium and Exposition from Feb. 5-7 with the theme “Integrated Defense: Advancing National Security through Emerging Technologies and Collaborative Strategies.” Photo provided by AFCE ...


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Buns of glory: Local food truck pros prepare to compete at Haymount Truck Stop's inaugural burger competition on July 19

Cookout season is officially in full swing, and if you’re tired of grilling your own, the Haymount Truck Stop has an exciting option for the whole family! The Truck Stop’s inaugural burger competition is happening on Saturday, July 19.


Editor's note: I’m sailing away

Adiós. Au revoir. Auf Wiedersehen.No, I am not leaving the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, but I am going on a long overdue vacation!Hello dear readers, this is my roundabout way of announcing to the community that starting on July 4, any and


Filling the capital gap: Tulsa Initiative's micro-lending program opens doors for Fayetteville entrepreneurs

In a city where traditional lending channels can overlook aspiring business owners from underserved communities, the Tulsa Initiative is changing the narrative around access to capital. The Fayetteville-based nonprofit has worked to expand its missio