IngenID advances AI voice biometrics and deepfake detection in Rochester
IngenID, a Rochester startup, expands its AI-driven voice biometric and deepfake detection platform, partnering globally and growing locally with innovative security solutions.
Rochester tech leaders on AI, innovation and growth in 2026
Rochester-area tech leaders share how AI, cybersecurity and emerging technologies are driving innovation, growth and real-world impact in 2026.
Pensievision wins $1M top prize in Luminate NY competition
Pensievision was named the Company of the Year of the Luminate NY optics, photonics, and imaging (OPI) startup accelerator competition.
NextCorps launches AI Startup Jam to turn ideas into working prototypes
Join NextCorps’ AI Startup Jam (Oct. 24–26) and turn your software idea into a working prototype. Applications open Sept. 24–Oct. 10.
Startups pitch biotech ideas at NewYorkBIO event in Rochester
NewYorkBIO, a leading advocate for the life science community, hosted a Mini-Pitch Day for early-stage life science and biotech companies.
When it comes to coffee bags, Joe Bean Roasters puts environment first
Joe Bean Roasters in Rochester now uses fully recyclable coffee bags and encourages returns to reduce waste and support a circular economy.
RTMA hosts free summit on manufacturing, supply chain development
The Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association (RTMA) will host a free Manufacturing Workforce and Supply Chain Summit.
Luminate and Silicon Catalyst form partnership to speed development of emerging technologies
The partnership will expand the support ecosystem for founders working on industry solutions that are enabled by OPI and semiconductor chip design to ultimately reduce the cost and complexity of development.
NextCorps’ Embark Accelerator positions Rochester as no-code software development hub
“The launch of these startups illustrates the power that a supportive ecosystem can offer inspired people who are interested in creating a new business in our region,” says Matt Foley, Managing Director, Startup Incubation & Embark at NextCorps.
Sixth round opens for business accelerator competition
Luminate NY is the world’s largest business accelerator and investment fund for early-stage companies working on solutions that are enabled by optics, photonics or imaging.
Business incubators help medtech startups bring their ideas to life
Technology incubators, such as NextCorps at Sibley Square, can help innovators access these needed resources and provide other valuable services.
Luminate NY Spotlight: LIDROTEC Reduces High Waste in the Microchip Manufacturing Process
LIDROTEC provides wafer dicing laser machines that use ultrashort laser pulses in a liquid environment to cut semiconductors.















