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This Week in 757 (Happenings) March 6, 2026
A recap of the week’s biggest success stories, and insights from local entrepreneurs.

The State of Innovation in the 757
A new moment for the region: the State of Innovation Address brings together the companies, technologies, and leaders quietly shaping the future of Hampton Roads, from deep space to deep sea. See how the pieces of the region’s innovation economy connect. Read More ➜

Beyond Ships and Rockets: What Else Is Being Built in Hampton Roads?
Hampton Roads is famous for shipyards and rocket launches, but another kind of infrastructure is forming here too. Inside rooms full of developers and builders, the software community growing in the 757 is starting to show its real scale. Read More ➜

Why AI Is Breaking Without Real-World Data
AI looks impressive in controlled environments, but the real world is messy. A deeper look at why many AI systems struggle outside the lab and why visibility into real-world conditions may be the missing piece. Read More ➜

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