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LightEdge renews 10 compliance certifications, adds 3

LightEdge, a data center company operating in Des Moines, announced it has renewed 10 security and compliance certifications and added three new certifications. Cloud, data center and managed services compliance is a critical need for …

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CIRAS adding supports for construction sector with new 5-year grant

The U.S. Economic Development Administration has chosen the Center for Industrial Research and Service to continue its role in the national University Center program. According to a news release, the designation, along with a five-year …

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Mediacom launches 10G platform in West Des Moines

Mediacom Communications announced it has completed the transition of its West Des Moines network to the new 10G platform, which aims to achieve the symmetrical speeds of fiber on a cable network. The 10G platform …

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Tractor Zoom acquires Minnesota company

Des Moines-based Tractor Zoom has acquired Anvil App Works, a move company officials say will expand Tractor Zoom’s ag tech offerings and bring jobs to Iowa.

Tractor Zoom is a data company that helps people …

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AI, workforce added to TAI’s 2024 state legislative priorities

The Technology Association of Iowa has announced its 2024 state and federal legislative priorities. Several of the industry association’s state-level priorities remained the same from 2023, including connectivity, cybersecurity, data privacy and business growth. Additions …

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Applications open for DMACC TechWise program

The deadline to apply for the third cohort of Des Moines Area Community College’s TechWise program, which is scheduled to begin in March 2024, is Jan. 9, 2024. The training is free, and all students …

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$1.1 million raised for Roosevelt innovation, learning center

An Innovation and Learning Center will replace Des Moines Roosevelt High School’s existing library, which was built in 1962. Demolition of the library space will begin this month and construction of the new Innovation and…
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Cybersecurity webinar to feature story of DMPS ransomware attack

Heartland Business Systems is holding a webinar on Dec. 14 where Des Moines Public Schools’ Director of Technology Lisa Irey will talk about the district’s January ransomware attack. Irey will share insights on the technical …

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Soft opening for new teen tech center planned for Friday

Oakridge Studio, a center designed to provide access to technology for teenagers, will have a soft opening Friday for the public. The center, located on the lower level of Mainframe Studios, will be open from …

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Nine takeaways from our Power Breakfast on AI

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The Business Record recently hosted its third and final Power Breakfast of 2023 on the topic of artificial intelligence. The panel helped provide business leaders with practical insights so they can …