Technology
![From left, Mike Steely, chief revenue officer, Scott Roper, vice president of business development and COO; and Nathan Myers, CEO and president, all from AccuCode AI Inc. [Mark Friedman]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_1722_opt-scaled-e1746741772616.jpg)
Startup AccuCode AI Tackles Medical Billing Errors With Artificial Intelligence
Three Arkansans launched AccuCode AI to automate medical billing with custom AI, aiming to reduce claim denials and boost reimbursements.
by Mark Friedman -
Household and business planning faces paralysis in trade uncertainty.
The tariff debate, or lack thereof, is an instructive lesson in civics.
![Modern freight trucks are equipped with in-cab technology like lane assistance, collision mitigation, roll stability and adaptive cruise control. [PHOTO provided]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Content_Horizontal_0098_ArcBest_ABF_Panther_Aerial_opt-84x115.jpg)
Arkansas trucking firms are adopting new technologies—from in-cab cameras to AI route planning—to improve safety, efficiency, and logistics amid ongoing industry challenges.
Crypto Mining Lawsuit Sparks Debate Over Regulation & Ownership
A judge blocked Arkansas from enforcing crypto mining rules that two Chinese-born Americans say are discriminatory. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Trust, but Verify (Editorial)
Much remains to be learned about the $1 billion data center planned for Little Rock. read more >
The Economic Development Session (Matt Boch Commentary)
Economic development improvements have positioned Arkansas for more success. read more >
by Matt Boch -
Warren Stephens, Mike Huckabee Take Diplomatic Posts, Disclose Financial Holdings
Warren Stephens stepped down from key business roles and disclosed extensive financial holdings to become U.S. ambassador to the U.K., while Mike Huckabee made similar moves before his confirmation as ambassador to Israel. read more >
Inuvo Narrows Q1 Losses, Reports Record Revenue
It's the Little Rock-based marketing technology provider's second straight quarter of record revenue. read more >
Walton Family Plans New STEM University in Bentonville
The university, which will be located at the former Walmart Home Office campus, will offer free tuition for its initial years of operation. read more >
Uniti Lowers 2025 Outlook After Q1 Income Falls on Rising Expenses
The company's planned merger with Windstream remains on track for third-quarter completion. read more >
University of Arkansas Awarded $1M for Semiconductor Courses
The Arkansas Department of Higher Education made the award to help meet the workforce needs of the growing and expanding superconductor industry in Arkansas. read more >
AI and Health (Editorial)
Artificial intelligence could be an important tool to give people more control over their health. read more >
SAU Offers AI Workshops
Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia held community workshops in April to equip students and professionals with skills for using artificial intelligence in daily tasks, business operations, and coding, with plans to expand the program. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Plan Now or Pay Later (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Exit planning is a gift to yourself, your legacy and your community. read more >
by Hunter Field -
Hugh McDonald Touts Arkansas Reforms for Job Growth & Capital Investment
The recent legislative session tapped the commerce secretary's expertise in both energy and economic development as he championed laws he believes will boost business in Arkansas. Some are already bearing fruit. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Venture Center Stakeholders See Fintech Potential at UA
The Venture Center's report highlights goals to boost Fintech involvement at Arkansas universities, particularly the University of Arkansas, and notes challenges in organizing large groups. read more >
Outdated Cyber Rules Threaten Power Grid Stability, Arkansas-Based Bastazo Warns
The company wants to replace outdated "patch everything" mandates with intelligent programs that can prevent unnecessary power blackouts. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Tech Center Sale Tops $19.3M (Real Deals)
An eight-story telecommunications building in downtown Little Rock tipped the scales at $19.32 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
Little Rock’s Georgetown Apartments Sells for $10.3M
The sale of a Little Rock apartment complex starts the line of this week’s million-dollar real estate transactions. read more >
Changes at the Top of Two Arkansas Newsrooms
Beth Reed steps into the top newsroom role at the Sentinel-Record, mirroring the career path of her predecessor Mark Gregory, while KATV names veteran broadcaster Michael Snuffer as its new news director. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Guidance on DEI-Related Workplace Bias (Jane Kim Commentary)
Employers ought to regularly review diversity programs and policies for compliance. read more >
by Jane Kim -
Constance Meadors on Leading Arkansas’ Space Grant Program Into the Future
Meadors is director of the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium & NASA Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research. read more >
Democracy’s Arsenal: Camden-Area Rocket Hub Still Blasting Off
Camden’s aerospace industry is booming with major expansions, job growth, and rising defense investments. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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