New map traces Washington state’s tech ‘universe’ to a few key hubs, and shows what’s at risk

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The Washington Technology Industry Association's new "Tech Universe Map" charts the founder lineage of 625 companies, showing that Microsoft and the University of Washington account for the largest share.

A WTIA executive says the hubs forming next are mostly out-of-state companies with engineering centers here. https://www.geekwire.com/2026/new-map-traces-washington-states-tech-universe-to-a-few-key-hubs-and-shows-whats-at-risk/">Read More