startups

NJ AI Hub at Princeton University
May 11, 2026

Microsoft deepens role in New Jersey AI ecosystem

Microsoft is expanding its presence in New Jersey’s AI ecosystem through the NJ AI Hub at Princeton, advancing workforce, startup and research initiatives. NJBIZ spoke with TechSpark NJ Community Manager Marie Pryor for an insider look.

NJ AI Hub at Princeton University
Apr 28, 2026

NJ AI Hub Accelerator selects 14 startups for first cohort

Spanning healthcare, fintech and more, the NJ AI Hub Accelerator program, launching with Plug and Play, will help scale early-stage companies in New Jersey.

Rider University
Mar 27, 2026

Rider offers free veteran entrepreneurship program

The university is bringing back the six-week course, which provides mentorship and business training for these individuals and their families.

2026 Rutgers Innovation Showcase
Mar 25, 2026

Rutgers innovation showcase connects researchers, investors

Held in New Brunswick, the inaugural event brought together 400 attendees, highlighting research, startups and partnerships to accelerate commercialization.

Kean University’s STEM building in Union
Mar 19, 2026

Kean, CSIT launch grant support program for NJ entrepreneurs

NJ CSIT and Kean University launch an SBIR/STTR training program to help New Jersey startups secure federal research funding.

Funding a startup
Mar 12, 2026

NJ Evergreen Fund invests $4.65M in five startups

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority investments aim to boost tech and life sciences, as well as support growth and innovation in New Jersey.

Global health
Mar 4, 2026

HMH Emerge names 3 global health tech winners

The collaboration with Choose New Jersey picked three startups focused on cardiovascular innovation to scale operations in the U.S. with funding, mentorship and clinical trial support.

Valley National Bank Morristown HQ
Mar 3, 2026

Valley Bank reports record earnings, adds senior leaders

An expanding senior leadership team, top CRA rating as well as investments in AI, innovation and New Jersey communities are building momentum for the Morristown-based financial institution in the new year.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and Super Bowl XLIV champion and entrepreneur Marques Colston joined BrightStreet, partners and local entrepreneurs at NJPAC Feb. 19, 2026, to celebrate the nonprofit's launch. PROVIDED BY BRIGHTSTREET
Mar 3, 2026

BrightStreet debut in Newark empowers local small businesses

The nonprofit provides affordable loans and support to local micro-businesses, empowering entrepreneurs and strengthening communities.

2025 NJx Venture Summit
Jan 8, 2026

NJx Venture Summit highlights NJ innovation economy

The event in Skillman showcased New Jersey startups – in AI, biotech, clean tech and alternative assets – investor pitches and angel deals.

Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Center in Trenton
Jan 7, 2026

NJEDA approves $12.5M for medtech, maternal health hubs

The funding approved by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority will help support two Strategic Innovation Centers focused on medical technology and maternal and infant health statewide.

NJ FAST Powered by Plug and Play Batch 3 Expo
Dec 12, 2025

NJ FAST graduates 3rd fintech, AI startup cohort in Hoboken (updated)

The latest group of 13 to clear the program at Stevens Institute raised $80 million along with working to advance New Jersey’s innovation economy.