Which New Startups Will Bring the Next Generation of Technology to Life
The Pittsburgh region is second only to Detroit-Ann Arbor in concentration of market leaders, with more up-and-coming startups and early-stage companies being added to the roster. The latest from our Pittsburgh Autonomy Economy hub. More from Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy.
Boston Business Journal: Deals, Expansions, Launches, New Funding Drive Autonomy Sector
Pittsburgh is earning a reputation as a hot location for fast-growing tech companies. A total of $3.6 billion worth of capital was invested into the Pittsburgh region in 2021, part of more than $10 billion invested in the past decade. Our latest “The Autonomy Economy” article in the Boston Business Journal. More articles in the […]
Boston Business Journal: 5 Key Attributes to Look for in a Tech Region
Regions around the country are competing for the next wave of technology jobs and are trying to position themselves as the next Silicon Valley. Some are devoting substantial resources to marketing and attracting these companies, but only a few have existing ecosystems that already support a vibrant tech sector. Which regions will be most likely […]
Boston Business Journal – Autonomous Technology: Manufacturing Requires Real Estate
After R&D comes commercialization, but as real estate assets in high-cost markets dwindle and prices continue to rise, fast-growing companies in the autonomous technology field may need to look outside their hometowns to find the properties they need to test and manufacture their products. One place they should look is Pittsburgh. Our latest “The Autonomy […]
Smith’s Viewpoint: Building Economic Momentum with Next Governor
The latest from Don Smith on regional economic development penned in the Pittsburgh Business Times. “Our region is undergoing an economic renaissance, transitioning to gain national recognition as home to companies in autonomous technology, artificial intelligence, robotics and life sciences. It is also true that our state’s population growth in the past decade was the […]
Self-driving Cars Only a Fraction of Projected $1-trillion Global Autonomous Technology Market
The global market for terrestrial autonomous mobile systems alone is projected to climb to an estimated $802 billion by 2025-26, according to a joint study conducted by TEConomy Partners LLC in partnership with the Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania (RIDC) and the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce with funding from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. […]
From This City’s Deep Autonomy Tech Roots Sprouts the Industry’s Future
Industrial leaders of the past built Pittsburgh into an economic powerhouse with steel. This new generation of executives will do the same with autonomous technology, making Pittsburgh once more the place to be. Article in RIDC’s new content hub “The Autonomy Economy” with Boston Business Journal. https://ridc.org/news/boston-market-the-autonomy-economy-content-hub-live/
Boston Market “The Autonomy Economy” Content Hub Live
We’re thrilled to announce we’ve launched a content hub with the Boston Business Journal; “The Autonomy Economy” is a space dedicated to showcasing Pittsburgh’s autonomy ecosystem to the Boston market as the place expanding autonomous technology companies need to be. The sector encompasses a wide range of technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence, transforming products […]
Pittsburgh: Building a Robust Supply Chain to Support Growing Autonomy Economy
Going forward, local contract manufacturers will play an integral role in fueling growth in the autonomy industry. Pittsburgh Inno article here. Related articles: https://ridc.org/news/video-pittsburghs-autonomous-renaissance-executive-discussion/ https://ridc.org/news/many-pittsburgh-robotics-jobs-dont-require-advanced-degrees/
VIDEO: Pittsburgh’s Autonomous ‘Renaissance’ — Executive Discussion
RIDC President Don Smith joined Matthew Johnson-Roberson, director of Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute and Danielle Proctor CEO of Advanced Construction Robotics, Inc. to discuss the fast-growing autonomous technology industry in Pittsburgh and its vast scope as it transitions from R&D to commercialization and manufacturing, creating jobs and other future growth opportunities. VIDEO + article: […]
Many Pittsburgh robotics jobs don’t require advanced degrees
When we think about qualifications for robotics jobs, and the talent eligible to apply, we may picture an engineer who’s had a rigorous education and has graduated from a top-tier school like Carnegie Mellon University with a master’s degree or a Ph.D. But many of the robotics job openings right now are technical and skilled […]
Pittsburgh: The Autonomous Systems Headquarters
“Strengthening the ecosystem with some investments in incubation or co-working space or seed funding or ways to just really support what is still largely early-stage commercialization is really the way that we can cement this advantage that we have and turn it into a perpetual jobs machine,” RIDC President Donald Smith says. Pittsburgh: The Autonomous Systems […]
Pittsburgh’s autonomy sector: A history of partnerships and investment
Pittsburgh’s autonomy industry did not sprout overnight. It took decades of patient partnerships and investment to grow it, and it will take more of that collaborative spirit to keep us at the forefront. Article link. Related Articles: https://ridc.org/news/autonomy-industry-leaders-talk-talent-capital-and-shaping-the-future/ autonomous tech it’s not just cars https://ridc.org/news/beyond-rd-capturing-autonomous-industry-manufacturing-in-pittsburgh-is-a-crucial-next-step/ https://ridc.org/news/pittsburghs-autonomy-economy-content-hub-has-launched/
Autonomy industry leaders talk talent, capital and shaping the future
Just as industrial leaders of the past built Pittsburgh into an economic powerhouse, this new generation of executives is working together not only to grow their own companies, but to create jobs, strengthen the region’s economy and improve the quality of life in our communities. Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy article with the Pittsburgh Business Times can […]
Smith’s Viewpoint: We need autonomous vehicle legislation to grow
“Companies value locations where government works with them and creates a statutory and regulatory environment that views the public interest and economic development as compatible, rather than competing, priorities.” Pittsburgh Business Times viewpoint by RIDC President Don Smith can be read in full here.
Autonomous tech: It’s not just cars
While autonomous vehicles may be the most personal way in which we experience the benefits of this technology, there are myriad other applications already making our world healthier, safer and more efficient. The Pittsburgh Business Times article can be read in full here.
Beyond R&D: Capturing autonomous industry manufacturing in Pittsburgh is a crucial next step
Pittsburgh has the potential to become a global leader in autonomous technology. But investing in R&D will not be enough to get us there. Article can be read in full here.
Pittsburgh moving to the lead as autonomy industry continues to grow
The Pittsburgh region, which fueled economic expansion when steel was building the country’s industrial might, is now poised to fuel a new era of growth as new technologies revolutionize the way we live and work. This Pittsburgh Inno article can be read in full here.
“Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy” Content Hub Has Launched!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new content hub “Pittsburgh’s Autonomy Economy” in partnership with the Pittsburgh Business Times. It’s a space dedicated to discussing the autonomy sector in Pittsburgh—the challenges and opportunities—as well as highlighting industry leaders. The sector encompasses a wide range of technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence, transforming […]
Smith Viewpoint: Building a Smart Region with Wise Investments
Commentary from RIDC President Don Smith on the expected influx of federal infrastructure funding, the regional opportunities it presents, and the wise investments that need to be made. His column for the Pittsburgh Business Times can be read online here.
Reflecting on the Pittsburgh Autonomy Study with TechVibe Radio
Reflecting on the autonomy study that came out over a month ago in this interview with Pittsburgh Technology Council. Link to interview.
