Vegas Startup Scene

Nevada’s startup ecosystem is not slowing down. This week on Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest stories, events, and opportunities happening across Southern Nevada’s tech and founder community for the week of July 6, 2026. We start with a major healthtech story out of Henderson, where Medaica is using AI, telehealth, and at-home heart screening technology to help detect poten...

Nevada’s startup ecosystem is moving fast — and this week shows exactly why founders, investors, and entrepreneurs should be paying attention. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest updates across Southern Nevada’s growing tech and startup community for the week of June 29, 2026 — from AI-powered infrastructure platforms and clean energy innovation to critical...

Southern Nevada’s tech ecosystem is entering a new phase — and this week’s Vegas Startup Scene breaks down why founders, investors, university builders, and startup community leaders should be paying attention. In this episode, Jason LeDuc covers a major move from one of Las Vegas’ largest technology companies as Skillz restructures and rebrands as Firy, a new technology holding company bringing t...

Southern Nevada’s startup ecosystem just hit another major milestone. This week on Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down why Las Vegas is gaining national and global recognition as one of the fastest-growing startup hubs in the country. StartupBlink’s Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026 ranked Las Vegas #2 in the world for Startup Community Activity, while the city climbed to #23 in the Uni...

Nevada’s startup ecosystem just got another major signal that something real is happening here. This week on Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down one of the biggest Nevada startup stories of the year: SendCutSend securing a $110 million investment and crossing a $1 billion valuation, while committing more than $1.25 billion toward domestic manufacturing, jobs, materials, facilities, and ex...

Nevada’s startup ecosystem is moving fast, and this week’s Vegas Startup Scene is packed with major signals for founders, investors, and entrepreneurs watching the future of innovation in Las Vegas and across the state. In this episode, Jason LeDuc breaks down one of the biggest startup capital stories in Nevada right now: the official launch of Build Nevada by Battle Born Growth. This new AI-powe...

Nevada’s tech ecosystem is moving fast—and this week’s Vegas Startup Scene proves it. In this May 25, 2026 rundown, Jason LeDuc breaks down some of the biggest startup, AI, robotics, workforce development, data center, and entrepreneur events shaping the Southern Nevada and broader Nevada innovation economy. First up, Tech Alley Henderson returns Wednesday, May 27, with a major spotlight on Small...

Nevada’s tech economy is gaining serious momentum, and Las Vegas may be one of the biggest startup stories to watch in 2026. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest developments happening across the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem for the week of May 18, 2026. From major tech job growth and AI infrastructure investment to veteran founder accelerators, startup eve...

Las Vegas is not just a hospitality and entertainment city anymore. The Southern Nevada tech ecosystem is gaining serious attention from startup founders, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovation leaders watching what happens next. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest startup, tech, funding, workforce, and ecosystem updates happening across Las Vegas and Neva...

Las Vegas is not just building another startup scene. Southern Nevada is becoming a real-world testing ground for mobility, robotics, energy tech, gaming innovation, sports technology, and deep tech companies solving problems that actually matter. In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down what’s happening across the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem for the week of May 4,...

Las Vegas is quietly turning into one of the most important emerging tech ecosystems in the country—and this week proves it. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest developments shaping the Southern Nevada innovation economy, from AI infrastructure and clean energy to startup funding, pitch competitions, and founder opportunities happening right now. 🔑 Her...

If you’re a founder, investor, or operator watching where the next wave of innovation is building… this week in Las Vegas sends a clear signal: momentum is accelerating—and opportunity is everywhere. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest developments shaping the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem right now—from climate tech accelerators and non-dilutive funding op...

Las Vegas is no longer just an entertainment capital—it’s rapidly emerging as one of the most important innovation hubs in the country. In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest moves shaping the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem—and what they mean for founders, investors, and entrepreneurs looking for their next opportunity. We start with a major develop...

What if the next breakout startup isn’t in Silicon Valley… but right here in Las Vegas? In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down one of the most important weeks for early-stage startups in Southern Nevada—and why founders, investors, and operators should be paying close attention right now. From a live $400,000 investment decision happening in real time… to inter...

Las Vegas is no longer just a city of entertainment—it’s rapidly becoming one of the most exciting emerging startup ecosystems in the country. In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest developments shaping the Southern Nevada tech landscape—from major infrastructure investments to new opportunities for founders, investors, and innovators. 💥 Here’s wha...

What’s really happening inside the Las Vegas startup scene right now—and where are the biggest opportunities for founders, investors, and builders? In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the major wins, emerging trends, and high-impact events shaping the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem—and why 2026 could be a breakout year for startups in Las Vegas. From AI comp...

What’s really happening inside the Las Vegas startup ecosystem right now? In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the most important developments shaping the Southern Nevada tech economy—from fast-growing startups and AI innovation to investor opportunities and major founder events happening across the region. If you’re a startup founder, angel investor, tech bu...

Is Las Vegas becoming one of the most interesting startup ecosystems in the country? In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest developments happening right now in the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem—and why founders, investors, and entrepreneurs should be paying attention. A major AI milestone just came out of Las Vegas as TensorWave was announced as a...

What’s the difference between building a product… and building a company?   If you’re a startup founder, tech investor, or early-stage entrepreneur, this distinction could determine whether you build a scalable business — or just another cool idea.   In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene , host Jason LeDuc breaks down one of the clearest explanations you’ll hear about the difference between inventors...

If you’re a founder constantly thinking about your next funding round… you might be looking in the wrong place.   This week on  Vegas Startup Scene , host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest opportunities in the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem — and why non-dilutive capital, AI infrastructure, and founder education are becoming the smartest plays in 2026.   Here’s what serious founders and tech inv...

Las Vegas is becoming one of the most connected and opportunity-rich startup ecosystems inthe country.   In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene , host Jason LeDuc breaks down everything happening across the Southern Nevada tech and entrepreneur community for the week of February 16th, 2026 — from live pitch events and accelerator deadlines to blockchain meetups and advanced energy cohorts. If you'...