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Friday Fix: Mindr Follow-Up, Craine Technology Labs, and Tesslate
Posted Today tl;dr GrepBeat.com covers startup and tech news, and their "Friday Fix" helps you catch up on the week's stories, podcasts, and events. This week, they featured updates on Mindr, Craine Technology Labs, and Tesslate, and reminded listeners about the "Startups to Watch" nomination deadline on July 31st. You can listen to the full recap and subscribe to The GrepBeat Podcast to stay updated. |
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Charlotte’s Tesslate Provides Intuitive AI For No-Code Software Development
Posted Yesterday tl;dr Manav Majumdar and his friends created an AI model that went viral, leading to the startup Tesslate, which helps people build software easily, even if they don't know coding. Tesslate stands out by allowing users to download its AI tools locally, making it cheaper and more secure for companies to use. The startup continues to grow by offering open-source tools and partnering with other companies to expand its reach in the no-code tools market, which is expected to grow significantly. |
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Wake Forest Startup Is Creating AI Avatars For The Future
Posted Yesterday tl;dr Jason Clark, founder of Craine Technology Labs, imagines a future where AI systems look and act more like humans through avatars. His company is creating "Avatars-as-a-Service" to make these AI systems easy to interact with, focusing on open-source, transparent, and community-driven development. The goal is for these avatars to work like teammates, making AI more approachable and helpful by allowing natural, human-like conversations. |
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Founder Follow-Up: Adam Schultz of Durham-Based Mindr
Posted Tuesday tl;dr Mindr is a startup from Durham that helps people check for and prevent cognitive decline, like Alzheimer’s, through digital tools. Since 2023, they've moved from testing to almost launching, growing their team to eight people who work for equity and really believe in the mission. Although they face funding challenges, they’ve managed to progress with support from partners and are excited about their upcoming launch. |
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Monday Mix: AI Workshop, 1 Million Cups, and the NC Tech Awards
Posted Monday tl;dr Every Monday, you can listen to the Monday Mix show to learn about exciting tech events and news in North Carolina. This week, there are events like a STEM workshop on Tuesday, a networking meeting on Wednesday, and a business event on Thursday. If you want more event details, check out the community calendar or subscribe to the show for updates. |
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Friday Fix: Previewed, Salus CM, and Startups to Watch Nominations
Posted July 18, 2025 tl;dr GrepBeat.com shares lots of stories about startups and tech, but it's easy to miss some. The "Friday Fix" with David Schwartz helps you catch up on important stories, podcasts, and events from the week. This week, it talked about companies like Previewed in Greensboro and Salus CM in Charlotte, and reminded people about the "Startups to Watch" nominations closing on July 31st. |
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Charlotte Area Startup Salus CM Streamles Case Management For Social Workers
Posted July 17, 2025 tl;dr Jean Pierre LeJacq and Brad Kain founded Salus CM, a company that makes software to help social service workers manage their cases more easily, allowing them to focus on helping people. Originally, they worked with UNICEF to create a platform called Primero, which supports child protection work in over 100 countries. Salus CM aims to expand this technology into new markets while keeping it affordable for small nonprofits, helping caseworkers track and support individuals efficiently. |
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Greensboro’s Previewed Prepares Students For Careers
Posted July 15, 2025 tl;dr Brian Glover created a platform called Previewed to help students aged 10-17 explore career options and gain skills for their future jobs. Originally designed for blue-collar job seekers, Previewed now offers tools like gamified assessments, simulations, and videos to help students learn about careers in a fun way, and it connects them with job shadowing, internships, and mentorships. Previewed is funded by trade schools and employers, ensuring students have free access, and is currently piloting its program with thousands of students across six states. |
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Monday Mix: LiLa 1 Year Anniversary, Cybersecurity Summit, gWen, and More!
Posted July 14, 2025 tl;dr Start your week with the Monday Mix, part of The GrepBeat Podcast, to hear about news and events in the North Carolina tech community. This week includes events like the Triangle Cybersecurity Summit and the NC IDEA Grant Cycle Information Session. You can find even more events on the community calendar and listen to the podcast for updates every Monday. |
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Friday Fix: BuilderComs, The Download, and Auxiom AI
Posted July 11, 2025 tl;dr GrepBeat.com shares news about startups and technology, and the "Friday Fix" helps you catch up on stories and events from the week. This week's highlights include features on BuilderComs and Auxiom AI, a podcast with Conductor Capital, and a reminder about the "Startups to Watch" application deadline. You can listen to the full recap and subscribe to the GrepBeat Podcast for regular updates. |