Miami-Dade County, FL proposes Innovation Authority for real-world partnerships with tech startups

Miami-Dade County, FL Innovation Authority Partnerships

The planned Innovation Authority begins with $3 million each from the county, the Knight Foundation, and a private donor. Participating startups receive seed funding for pilots with county departments. These collaborations pursue new approaches to transit, housing, public health, and other areas of public life. County officials anticipate an influx of private investment in tested solutions, thus expanding successful pilots and strengthening the local economy.

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Miami-Dade County, FL

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Miami-Dade Innovation Authority to provide funding and pilot-testing to startups addressing community challenges - Refresh Miami

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