Jeremy Haile, CEO of ATDC company Sideqik, has a passion for splashin'. "There's a whole world to explore," he says. 

Ever wonder if AI has the potential to take over the world? When everyone will have self-driving cars? And how the relationship between humans and technology will continue to change with developing AI? Listen to this episode of the monthly Hump Day Exchange podcast to find out. 

ATDC partnered up with two global payment giants Worldpay and TSYS to host the second annual FinTech Hackathon. Worldpay and TSYS presented teams with IoT based FinTech challenges. You might be surprised what they came up with. 

This collaboration between Sandbox ATL and ATDC offered the Tech Square twist on work hard, play hard — and it went off without a glitch.

In this month's podcast episode, we consider questions like: How much does it cost exactly to build a cellular network underground? Can sensors really improve the grim state of Atlanta traffic? What do we mean by “intelligent transportation”? And perhaps the greatest mystery of all: is “smart city” the new “cloud”?

ThyssenKrupp is a German company dedicated to transforming the elevator industry. Why build its Research Innovation Center in Tech Square? To be close to the epicenter of breakthrough talent and research, of course. 

Emerson applies machine learning technology to refrigeration systems. “You’ve probably never heard of Emerson before,” explains Director of Innovation John Wallace, “but if you’ve shopped at a grocery store, convenience store, gas station, dollar store, or pharmacy, you’ve interacted with our equipment.” The team leverages their Tech Square location by driving partnerships with other startup companies.  

It takes all kinds. And we've got all kinds. From students to entrepreneurs, to makers and administrators, Tech Square is chock full of the breakthrough talent you would expect of Atlanta's Innovation District. Looking for experts in mechatronics, Java, system engineering, or tourism? We've got you covered. Take a peek. 

Not sure whether you need to pull over in the next 10 seconds or 10 miles when that check engine light comes on? Don’t panic – ATDC company Fixd has a product that quickly decodes the mystery of the scariest 194 watts known to man. CEO John Gattuso loves working in Tech Square because it fosters a get-your-hands-dirty work ethic for people who are really trying to build something that people want.  

In a twist on the Hump Day Exchange model, this month's episode dives deep with a single speaker: Bal Bansal, Associate Director of IT Innovation and Digital at Coca-Cola European Partners. 

Seven distinct startup accelerators are located within the blocks of Tech Square. It's hard to go for a stroll in this neighborhood without bumping into an innovative entrepreneur or student researcher on the verge of a breakthrough. Get to know the faces behind this week's trading cards. 

EngeniusMicro is an ATDC company which uses micro- and nano-scale sensors to collect data to ensure the safety and reliability of chemical tank storage in industrial parks. Chris Heaton says being part of the Tech Square ecosystem is invaluable because of the knowledge shared among engineers, startup catalysts, and entrepreneurs. 

Did you know there are 10 research laboratories located within Tech Square? Yep, this is an amazing place. And these are just a few of the people who make Tech Square the vibrant ecosystem it is. This week we're bringing you experts in digital marketing, Solidworks, international trade, and swimming - and oh, so much more. Take a look. 

Hump Day Exchange is one part social gathering of the Tech Square community and one part podcast recording. This month's special episode was recorded live at the A3C Festival and Conference, and features a conversation on the interplay of advanced technology in the music industry from three fascinating minds witnessing the evolution in real time. 

ATDC Company VeriSolutions is building the connected restaurant. Avery McGregor says Tech Square has been imperative to Verisolutions’ success because the team is surrounded by influential and inspiring entrepreneurs.