Technology Association of Iowa announces 2026 state policy priorities and federal agenda

The Technology Association of Iowa has announced its 2026 state and federal principles and policy priorities ahead of the upcoming Iowa legislative session. Developed in partnership with TAI’s Public Policy Committee, these priorities will guide the association’s policy efforts in the year ahead. “We are excited to advance policies that…

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Data centers are a ‘backbone of our digital economy,’ Iowa lieutenant governor says

Data centers are no longer just infrastructure; they are a “backbone of our digital economy,” said Iowa Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer during the Technology Association of Iowa’s Iowa Data Center Summit. The summit, held Oct. 2 in Ankeny, convened various stakeholders related to data centers. “Every state is having a…

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Technology Association of Iowa announces Prometheus Awards finalists

The Technology Association of Iowa has announced the finalists for the 20th annual Prometheus Awards. TAI received a record number of nominations in this year, according to the association. The awards aim to honor the year’s most remarkable achievements and successes across Iowa’s technology landscape. The awards are scheduled for Nov….

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Six tech and innovation insights from Dave Tucker, partner at Next Level Ventures

Dave Tucker, partner at venture capital firm Next Level Ventures, was recently the featured guest at the Technology Association of Iowa’s Tech Brew event. Tyler Wyngarden, TAI’s vice president of strategic partnerships, interviewed him about how Next Level Ventures chooses portfolio companies, what technologies investment dollars are flowing to and…

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