Corporate Innovators in the Southeast

This article discusses Atlanta's recent agreement with Morocco aimed at strengthening ties ahead of the World Cup match. It highlights the significance of this partnership for local companies and the global economy.

Dennis Hayes, a key figure in building the internet, is now focusing on enhancing accessibility through Hear2There, a project that is deeply personal for him as he is visually impaired. Co-founder David Furukawa, also visually impaired, shares this mission to create innovative solutions for those with similar challenges.

SCAD's AI Summit 2026 attracted major tech companies like NVIDIA, Google, Adobe, and Amazon, featuring an NVIDIA-sponsored AI Jam where student teams prototyped innovations using OpenUSD.

Disguise, a London-based entertainment technology company behind visuals for the NBA All-Star Game, Adele and Beyoncé concerts, and the Las Vegas Sphere, has opened an 8,000-square-foot office and Experience Center in Atlanta's West Midtown neighborhood.

Atlanta-based 4Earth is deploying AI-powered, modular water reuse systems inside factories and data centers—helping major manufacturers cut costs, meet sustainability mandates, and recover millions of gallons of water onsite.

Unifi Aviation, the largest ground handling services company in North America, has acquired Dutch firm Viggo to expand its presence in the European market.

Comcast Xfinity is deploying AI-powered tools including Fan View, Multiview, and intelligent DVR tagging for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, enabling viewers to build personalized, multi-channel viewing experiences.

The Weather Company's future is explored in the context of everyday weather discussions and their impact on daily life.