According to McKinsey & Company, quantum computing has the potential to change the world. In a recent article, the firm noted, “Quantum computing, an emerging technology that uses the laws of quantum mechanics to produce exponentially higher performance for certain…
Quantum computing technologies are growing rapidly, and their applications are far-reaching. Specifically, quantum computing is poised to deliver a number of innovations across a variety of applications in the near future, from reducing manufacturing costs to supporting improvements and adaptations…
Washington state is a leader in Quantum Information Sciences (QIS). With a rich ecosystem consisting of an established innovation hub, exemplary academic institutions, and home-grown technologies that are driving significant economic growth, and as home to the headquarters of major…
On the heels of the announcement that IonQ will open a quantum computing research and manufacturing facility in Bothell, WA as part of its $1 billion investment in the Pacific Northwest in the next 10 years, the Washington Technology Industry…
For those unfamiliar, the WTIA Cascadia Blockchain Council is a group of professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs who are passionate about and dedicated to helping blockchain companies from across the Cascadia region to reach their full potential. Council members serve as…
The seventh WTIA Founder Cohort has been selected and includes 30 tech startups from across Washington State. Part of the WTIA Startup Program, the virtual Founder Cohort program reflects our mission to foster a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities…
WTIA was awarded a $550,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to begin the development of an Innovation Cluster Accelerator to power innovation in blockchain and quantum computing and drive private investment, job creation, and world-leading innovation throughout the…
The WTIA Founder Cohort is humming on all cylinders. To date, a total of five cohorts have graduated since the program’s 2018 inception, with the sixth set to graduate in January 2022. WTIA is currently accepting applications for the seventh…
Startup accelerator focuses on technology innovation to ensure safe reopening and resiliency of tourism in the PNW after Covid-19 The Covid-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on the Pacific Northwest’s tourism, performing arts, travel, and hospitality (TPATH) industries. The Pacific…
October has been a busy month for the WTIA Startup Programs. WTIA launched its fourth Korean Startup Market Accelerator in collaboration with the Korean Innovation Center of Silicon Valley, started a pilot Startup Accelerator program with Taiwan Tech Arena, and…