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Mia Goulart Mia Goulart
Published on February 25, 2026

SAM Companies Acquires Inland Geodetics

The acquisition enhances SAM’s ability to support infrastructure initiatives across water, transportation and public sector markets.

Rose Velazquez Rose Velazquez
Updated on February 18, 2026

TheZebra.com Hires Former Google Product Leader as Chief AI Officer

Daniel Herrington will oversee the Austin-based company’s use of artificial intelligence to streamline insurance shopping.

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Ashley Bowden Ashley Bowden
Updated on February 12, 2026

Humanoid Robotics Company Apptronik Raises $520M Series A-X Extension

The round totals the company’s venture capital at nearly $1 billion to date from investors like Mercedes-Benz and Google.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on February 12, 2026

Arrive Logistics’ “Fast and Fair” Hiring Process: What Candidates Can Expect

Sales and talent leaders share what they look for in top candidates, how the two-step interview works, and how recruiters support applicants from phone screen to offer.

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Taylor Rose Taylor Rose
Updated on February 06, 2026

What Real Career Development Looks Like at These Growing Companies

See how upskilling, learning programs and clear promotion frameworks help employees at AlertMedia, Grocery TV and Arrive Logistics grow with confidence. 

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Updated on February 04, 2026

9 Lead Generation Companies in Austin to Know

These companies are on a mission to innovate how sales teams identify and connect with high-intent prospects.

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Ashley Bowden Ashley Bowden
Updated on February 02, 2026

Space Tech Company CesiumAstro Scales With $470M in Funding

The capital will help the company expand its global team and build out a new headquarters office.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on January 29, 2026

What It’s Like to Build a Cybersecurity Career at Cox Enterprises

Cybersecurity leaders share how proactive security, embedded collaboration and continuous learning shape their teams’ work and growth.

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Ana Gore Ana Gore
Updated on January 28, 2026

Gyde Launches With $60M Capital Raised

The Austin-based company offers an AI-native brokerage platform.

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Built In Staff Built In Staff
Updated on January 26, 2026

16 Austin Healthtech Startups and Companies You Should Know

Take a look at Austin startups making waves in healthcare. Some are hiring, some have received impressive funding and all of them are making their mark on the industry.

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