Arizona’s Innovation Momentum Continues

Arizona’s startup ecosystem is entering 2026 with powerful momentum. In the latest episode of Silicon Oasis Spotlight , we highlight several major wins shaping the state’s innovation landscape. We celebrate Sammi Ekmark, co-founder of Ink’d Greetings, on receiving the ASU Young Alumni Award and spotlight how her company is reinventing the greeting card industry with on-demand, customizable kiosks. We also take Silicon Oasis to CES 2026 in Las Vegas, experiencing one of the world’s largest technology showcases firsthand. Rounding out the episode, we cover the launch of WaveX,a new AI venture studio coming to Arizona in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority and LG Nova. Watch the full episode to see what’s next for Arizona tech.