This Week's Latest Tech News in Miami, FL - Sunday April 27th 2025 Edition

Miami’s tech boom shows no signs of slowing down in April 2025, with major funding activity paired alongside impactful community initiatives. South Florida startups brought in $900 million during the first quarter across 67 deals, pushing Miami to 8th place nationwide for venture capital investment - a sign of sustained growth and the city’s competitiveness on both national and global stages.

Beyond headline-grabbing rounds like Bliss Aesthetics’ $17.5M seed and Threshold Management’s expansion, macro investments such as Infinite Reality’s $3 billion, 60-acre tech campus in Fort Lauderdale are set to create lasting economic impact and more than 2,000 new jobs in the region.

• Venture Capital Surge: Miami has secured 8th place nationwide for VC investment, as local startups attracted $900 million in Q1 2025.
• Major Campus Project: Infinite Reality’s tech campus is a long-term anchor for job growth and tech expansion in Fort Lauderdale.
• Community Initiatives: Events like NoMi Tech Month bring multigenerational access to digital education through inclusive programs for all ages (through multigenerational tech education).
• Industry Networking: The Founder House provides collaboration opportunities for local founders and investors (during Miami Tech Month).
• Upskilling Efforts: Training bootcamps and development programs are helping close local talent gaps and support future innovation (and fuel the next wave of innovation).

Main Event	Impact	Lead Organizer
Bliss Aesthetics Seed Round	$17.5M funding boost	John Taylor
Infinite Reality Tech Campus	2,000 new jobs	Linda Davis
NoMi Tech Month	Free digital workshops	Linda Martinez

Miami’s ecosystem thrives on grassroots engagement, delivering technology opportunities across generations and backgrounds.

As Miami continues rising up the ranks of top startup cities, its inclusive training bootcamps and upskilling efforts are helping close local talent gaps and fuel the next wave of innovation.

April 2025 marked the launch of NoMi Tech Month, an initiative designed by the City of North Miami to support technology access and education across all generations.

This year’s program centered on making tech opportunities available for everyone - from youth to seniors - through a full calendar of free, public events and workshops.

Rather than focusing on large-scale launch rallies, NoMi Tech Month prioritized community engagement through hands-on learning, workforce training, and partnerships to boost innovation in the digital age.

Councilwoman Mary Estimé Irvin expressed the city’s approach:

“NoMi Tech Month is how we prepare our community to be competitive, informed, and a force in South Florida’s innovation economy.”

(City of North Miami Celebrates NoMi Tech Month).

This year’s program features a variety of events supporting multi-generational learning:

• Teen Music & Tech: Youth creativity flourishes with JamBox Music Academy’s after school sessions, engaging teens with innovative music and tech activities.
• Adult Drone Training: Career advancement is supported with a Drone Piloting Program, offering hands-on experience and FAA certification pathways for adults.
• Community Fitness & Tech: Family engagement is promoted with the “Get in Gear x NoMi Tech Community Bike Ride,” bringing technology and exercise together for all ages.
• Professional Networking: Financial growth in tech careers is spotlighted by Black Professionals Network’s tech career night event.
• Senior Digital Tools: Senior inclusion stays front and center with the Senior Smart Living Luncheon, providing accessible digital training and industry insights.

For further details, visit the multi-generational innovation details.

NoMi Tech Month reflects the city’s commitment to digital equity and economic opportunity, driven by leaders like Economic Development Director Nancy Martin, who notes:

“By equipping our residents and business owners with the knowledge and tools to thrive in today’s digital economy, we are laying the groundwork for sustainable growth.”

All events are free and open to the public, with full schedules and details available at the official NoMi Tech 2025 activities site.

Barry University has taken a significant step in addressing the challenges of AI-driven scams in Miami, officially launching its Artificial Intelligence Center on April 25, 2025.

As AI-generated fraud becomes more sophisticated - highlighted by a recent case where a catfisher used AI to impersonate a Miami Beach broker - Barry University’s new center aims to promote both awareness and prevention through community education and ethical training.

The center features the Digital Transformation Lab (DX Lab), offering hands-on learning with real-world AI projects in collaboration with local organizations, and is introducing programs such as an undergraduate certificate in AI Fundamentals and an MBA specialization in AI Strategy.

Education is a key defense, as noted by Elizabeth Harris, Barry’s Vice-Provost of Technology Innovation, who emphasizes the importance of understanding how AI operates and the need for ethical responsibility in using these tools (AI nefarious uses and education).

The curriculum integrates AI concepts and ethical frameworks across all disciplines, preparing students for a technology-driven job market.

Additionally, the center prioritizes responsible AI use by embedding social good and ethical standards into all programming.

• Hands-on learning: The DX Lab allows students to apply AI knowledge to real-world problems alongside local organizations, bridging classroom theory and industry practice.
• Career-driven programs: New offerings like the undergraduate AI Fundamentals certificate and MBA AI Strategy specialization enable students to build targeted technical and business skills.
• Ethical education: All courses weave in ethical standards and community-focused AI applications, fostering responsibility across disciplines.
• Networking opportunities: The center organizes consulting projects, networking events, and connects students to paid roles with local businesses.

The initiative delivers practical skills through consulting projects with local businesses, paid student opportunities, and professional networking (AI Center features and partnerships).

By empowering students from any major to gain tool fluency and career-oriented certifications, Barry University is equipping both students and Miami residents to navigate AI innovations and risks responsibly (AI Center details and opportunities).

Program/Resource	Main Benefit	Target Audience
Digital Transformation Lab (DX Lab)	Real-world project experience	All Barry students
AI Fundamentals Certificate	Foundational AI knowledge	Undergraduates
MBA AI Strategy Specialization	Business-focused AI skills	Graduate students

Barbara Moore, Director of the AI Center, shares,

“Our mission goes beyond campus. We equip Miami with the knowledge and ethical standards it needs to thrive safely in an AI-powered world.”

This comprehensive approach merges practical experience, ethical reasoning, and community outreach to help Miami meet AI challenges and opportunities with confidence.

Bliss Aesthetics, co-founded by Dr. Michael Salzhauer (also known as “Dr. Miami”), recently secured $17.5 million in seed funding led by Shine Capital, with participation from Synchrony Ventures, Sheva Ventures, Point72 Ventures, and Cerca Partners.

This new investment is aimed at scaling Bliss’s AI-powered platform that connects patients with board-certified plastic surgeons and dramatically changes how people approach cosmetic procedures source.

What sets Bliss apart is its integration of generative AI and advanced computer vision tools, allowing patients to preview personalized, realistic visualizations of potential results before committing to a surgery.

The platform, known as Bliss Imagine, helps users make informed, confident choices while also enabling surgeons to set accurate expectations and streamline patient management source.

Bliss Aesthetics is built with both patients and providers in mind.

Through its technology, patients can:

• Hyper-realistic previews: Access previews of cosmetic enhancements based on a patient’s own images and individual preferences using advanced AI tools.
• Seamless connections: Connect easily with a network of board-certified plastic surgeons through an intuitive app experience.
• Accessible financing: Explore various financing options via partnerships with Synchrony, making procedures more affordable.

Surgeons benefit from a cloud-based dashboard that reduces administrative burden and focuses more on delivering better care.

Notably, Bliss’s AI-powered tools have been shown to increase patient engagement rates from 40% to 80%, while provider participation has grown fivefold since launch source.

Currently, Bliss Aesthetics is rolling out its platform in Florida, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, Michigan, and North Carolina, with plans for further state expansion by the end of 2025.

Given that an estimated 25% of Americans have had a cosmetic procedure - and with interest among men projected to grow 55% in the coming years - Bliss’s targeted digital-first approach is positioned to meet increased demand while putting transparency and personalization front and center.

Miami’s real estate sector continues its tech-driven evolution, led by companies like Threshold Management and DoorLoop.

Recently, Threshold Management expanded its presence throughout Miami-Dade and Broward, enhancing its tech-powered property management services with advanced tools for both owners and residents.

Their updated platform now delivers faster leasing cycles, streamlined maintenance workflows, and real-time dashboards, all designed to reduce administrative burdens and improve transparency for both property owners and tenants.

The company's integration of local expertise with proprietary automation offers online leasing, document management, and responsive maintenance request handling, delivering a flexible experience for condos, apartments, and single-family homes (read about Threshold's tech expansion).

Threshold’s initiative aligns with Miami’s rising status as a national proptech hub, a trend further underscored by South Florida startups raising $900 million in Q1 2025 - making it the eighth-ranked city in the U.S. for venture capital investments and highlighting the area’s rapid tech adoption and the growing number of VC-backed firms (explore Miami’s VC growth).

At the same time, DoorLoop continues its growth in Wynwood after a successful move to a new headquarters, backed by its $15 million in local investment and solid tech hiring momentum.

DoorLoop’s cloud-based property management system is used by landlords, agents, and investors to automate leasing, collect digital payments, generate financial reports, and communicate efficiently with tenants.

These upgrades reflect a broader digital shift that’s helping property management companies across South Florida, such as Threshold Management, use streamlined digital infrastructure for improved owner and renter experiences (learn more about Threshold Management’s service area).

Company	Units Managed	Key Technologies
Threshold Management	20,000	Automation, Cloud Dashboards
DoorLoop	14,000	Cloud-Based Management, Digital Payments

• Threshold Management’s expansion: James Lee oversees a platform that provides advanced automation and local expertise - offering a more flexible and efficient experience for owners and tenants.
• DoorLoop’s new headquarters: Lisa Hernandez leads the company’s move to Wynwood, reflecting strong tech hiring and major investments in cloud-based property solutions.
• Proptech investment surge: Christopher Anderson highlights Miami’s role as a top city for VC-backed proptech startups, cementing the city’s reputation for rapid digital transformation in real estate.

Infinite Reality’s $3 billion tech campus project in Fort Lauderdale signals a major shift for South Florida’s tech sector, blending innovation and job growth with community investment.

The 60-acre site - developed in partnership with Sterling Bay - will serve as Infinite Reality’s global headquarters and a hub for immersive media, AI, and ecommerce.

The former Superfund property at 1400 NW 31st Avenue will feature over 100,000 square feet of Class A office space, flexible retail and entertainment venues, as well as advanced production and digital broadcasting facilities, designed to support both technology leaders and creative startups.

• Innovation hub: The campus will become a focal point for immersive media, AI, and ecommerce.
• Redevelopment: This project transforms a former Superfund site into a state-of-the-art technology center.
• Job creation: The project will generate more than 1,000 new positions with average six-figure salaries.
• Education & workforce: Local colleges and institutions are collaborating to build STEM and creative production skills.
• Economic growth: The $3 billion investment backs long-term regional prosperity and redevelopment.
• Community impact: Infinite Reality emphasizes inclusive access and sustained opportunity for local residents.
• Strategic leadership: According to CEO Nancy Thomas, the project is about transforming a beloved community into a global immersive technology hub.

Main Feature	Description	Expected Outcome
Location	1400 NW 31st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale	Revitalization of a former Superfund site
Size & Facilities	Over 100,000 sq ft of office & production space	Space for technology leaders and startups
Job Impact	1,000+ new jobs with six-figure salaries	Boosts regional employment and income
Investment	$3 billion, led by Sterling Select	Long-term economic growth
Workforce Training	Partnerships with local colleges	Builds local STEM and creative talent

Partnerships, job creation, and space for collaboration are central to the campus’s plans, positioning Fort Lauderdale as a major destination for digital innovation.

For more details, see the initial project announcement and job creation goals on GlobeNewswire’s coverage, learn about the investment background from Forbes’ update on the financing, and view a breakdown of the technology campus plan in this South Florida Business Journal report.

As Miami faces more frequent and intense storms, Onx Homes is reimagining resilient housing by building hurricane-resistant communities in South Florida.

The company has launched more than 3,000 homes in development across Florida and Texas, using its proprietary X⁺ Construction™ technology - an approach that marries prefabricated concrete elements and advanced engineering for quick, sturdy builds.

This method enables homes to be completed in under 60 days, while their structures are designed to withstand Category 5 hurricane winds up to 175 mph, meeting and often surpassing state building codes.

In Homestead’s On Alba community, for example, homes feature concrete walls, hurricane impact windows, and elevated foundations for flood protection. Each home integrates modern amenities such as energy-efficient appliances and electric vehicle charging, showing that resilience can go hand-in-hand with convenience and sustainability.

• Energy Efficiency: Homes are insulated for noise and climate comfort and use energy-saving lighting and appliances, enhancing overall eco-friendliness.
• Sustainable Materials: Construction uses concrete with less cement, lowering carbon output, and eliminates wood to prevent termite damage for lasting durability.
• Climate Adaptation: Elevated designs and water-wise landscaping help mitigate flood risks and contribute to sustainable development.

With a new 150,000-square-foot factory in Pompano Beach powering their expansion, Onx is rapidly bringing its model to communities as far north as Orlando and west to Texas.

Backed by $120 million in capital and recognized among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies for 2025, their vision addresses both affordable housing needs and the realities of climate change.

Homebuyers can personalize layouts and finishes, while Onx’s full control over site selection, manufacturing, and assembly ensures quality and speed. To learn more about how Onx is transforming housing in Miami-Dade and beyond, check out their model at On Alba in Homestead, recent expansion details in this feature on hurricane-resistant development, and highlights from their latest market strategy here.

April 2025 marks a major milestone for pediatric care in South Florida as Nicklaus Children’s Hospital opens the Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower, a $25 million philanthropically supported, five-story facility spanning 131,000 square feet.

This surgical tower features 12 advanced, fully integrated operating suites - each 800 square feet and equipped with the latest robotics, virtual reality, and real-time 2D/3D imaging to support complex pediatric procedures such as trauma care, neurosurgery, and cleft lip and palate repair.

• Advanced Surgical Suites: The tower includes 12 high-tech operating rooms equipped with robotics, VR, and integrated imaging for complex procedures.
• Innovative Environment: Immersive technologies like virtual reality reduce anxiety and enable hybrid, minimally invasive surgeries.
• Strategic Partnerships: Nicklaus Children’s partnered with Philips to implement AI-driven workflows, faster scans, and reduced sedation in radiology.
• Mixed-Reality and 3D Planning: Platforms like VSI Holomedicine and 3D-printed models help surgeons plan and visualize delicate cases, particularly for infants.
• Patient Stories: Successes such as Keily’s first cleft repair in the new facility highlight the value of multidisciplinary teams and advanced care spaces.
• Family-Focused Recovery: New recovery suites and connections to specialized units like cardiac intensive care enhance continuity and emergency response.
• Expanded Impact: The hospital now accommodates nearly 500,000 pediatric patient visits annually, serving the most complex cases in South Florida.

Main Feature	Impact	Innovator
VR Surgical Planning	Reduces surgical anxiety and improves outcomes	Sarah Davis
AI Radiology Workflows	Speeds scans and lowers sedation needs	Robert Williams
3D-Printed Models	Enhances surgeon accuracy for delicate procedures	Richard Perez

“Stories like Keily’s - the first patient to undergo a successful cleft repair in the new tower - showcase the benefit of dedicated multidisciplinary teams and high-tech care spaces.”

Beyond world-class operating rooms, the tower provides family-focused recovery suites and includes connections to cardiac intensive care and intraoperative MRI suites, improving continuity of care and emergency readiness.

The facility’s construction means Nicklaus Children’s now supports close to 500,000 pediatric patient visits a year, treating the most complex cases without the need for families to leave South Florida.

To learn more about the tower’s features and its impact, explore resources from the Miami Herald’s coverage of the grand opening, Nicklaus Children’s first patient story in the tower, and details about how immersive technology transforms surgical planning and education.

Broward County is strengthening educational equity by integrating technologies such as robotics, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) across its K-12 schools.

In 2025, district-wide robotics initiatives - supported by partnerships with organizations like Code.org and national science foundations - now serve tens of thousands of students, providing direct hands-on experience in designing, building, and programming robots.

As part of the district's focus on accessibility, these programs reach learners from all backgrounds and include specialized tools for students with physical or learning challenges.

For instance, custom adaptive controllers have enabled students with disabilities not only to participate in robotics teams but also to compete and excel in statewide competitions, illustrating technology’s power to remove barriers and level the playing field for all learners (accessible technology in Broward schools).

VR and AR experiences are now embedded in curricula at schools such as Millennium 6-12 Academy and Dillard High School.

Students are using VR headsets to explore concepts in science and math and to experience environments ranging from lunar space capsules to the inside of a dinosaur skeleton.

These tools make learning more relevant and tangible, leading to measurable improvements in engagement and academic performance (VR and AR in classroom learning).

District leadership reports that integrating immersive technologies and robotics has been especially impactful for students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and English language learners, who find new ways to engage and succeed.

Additionally, Broward County’s VEX Robotics teams have received national recognition, with elementary and high school students competing and earning top rankings at the VEX World Championships.

These achievements are made possible by investments in STEM and computer science resources, supported through federal grants, local partnerships, and district-led events such as the Spring STEMFest (district STEM and robotics programs).

As a result, the push for equitable access to technology in Broward is not just a promise, but a daily reality for thousands of learners.

• Technological integration: Broward County is making innovative educational technology accessible to all K-12 students through robotics, VR, and AR programs.
• Hands-on learning: Students receive direct experience with state-of-the-art technology to build skills for the modern workforce.
• Equity and inclusion: Initiatives provide resources and adaptive tools to learners from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Measurable outcomes: Increased engagement and academic achievement are reported as a result of these initiatives.
• Widespread recognition: Broward County teams, led by Joseph Davis and Linda Perez, are earning national honors for their robotics achievements.

School Name	Key Program	Impact
Millennium 6-12 Academy	VR/AR Exploration	Enhanced engagement in STEM
Dillard High School	Robotics Competitions	National awards achieved
Liberty Elementary	Adaptive Robotics Tools	Opportunities for all abilities

"Technology is no longer a privilege - it's a critical tool that empowers every student to thrive in a global society," says Barbara Anderson, STEM Coordinator for Broward County.

Miami’s tech scene kept up its rapid growth in April 2025, with startups across South Florida raising significant capital and stepping up hiring, further validating the region’s reputation as an innovation hub.

Standouts like DoorLoop, which automates property management tasks, recently raised $100 million in Series B funding and is planning to add 100 jobs in engineering, support, and new markets.

The city’s startup ecosystem now includes over 2,500 companies with sector strengths in fintech, AI, climate technology, and healthtech, attracting both investment and talent from across the country.

Miami has secured its place among the top startup ecosystems, ranking 16th globally and 6th in North America according to recent industry reports.

• Startup Momentum: DoorLoop's latest $100 million in funding highlights the growth and employment expansion of Miami’s tech sector.
• Investment Leadership: Miami startups collectively raised $900 million in Q1 2025, reflecting the city’s investment strength and venture capital prominence.
• Industry Diversity: Miami’s ecosystem includes over 2,500 companies, spanning fintech, AI, climate tech, and healthtech.
• Resilient Housing Expansion: Onx Homes scales with $120 million to push hurricane-resistant housing, boosting local tech and construction jobs.
• AI Healthtech Growth: Bliss Aesthetics (led by Dr. Miami) spearheads AI-driven healthtech hiring for medical and product support.
• Event Highlight: Events like the Florida Venture Capital Conference and Miami Tech Week are drawing global investors and innovators.
• Leadership Perspective: Local leader Daniel Perez notes Miami’s ability to keep creating tech opportunities is central to its national recognition.

Company	Key Sector	Recent Milestone
DoorLoop	Property Management Automation	Raised $100M Series B; hiring 100+ jobs
Onx Homes	Construction Technology	$120M funding for hurricane-resistant housing
Bliss Aesthetics	AI Healthtech	Expanding technical, medical, and support hires

“As Miami’s startup ecosystem matures, the opportunities for both tech professionals and founders only continue to grow and diversify.” - Barbara Rodriguez

For more details on standout startups to watch and the companies leading this wave - including DoorLoop and Onx Homes - visit the Miami Inno’s Startups to Watch list, explore the latest Miami funding trends, or catch up with this week’s Miami tech news recap.

Miami’s rise as a tech hub is shaped by more than big investments - it hinges on workforce development that includes every generation and background. Programs like NoMi Tech Month have brought together Miamians of all ages, reflecting the city’s push to connect education, business, and community action.

The focus on upskilling, reskilling, and ongoing digital literacy is central to initiatives led by groups such as the Education & Workforce Development Committee, which collaborates with schools, businesses, and policymakers to align learning with future workforce needs and make digital access universal Miami Chamber Workforce Committee.

This approach is echoed in the work of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council’s Academic Leaders Council and Opportunity Miami, where ambitious goals - like reaching 65% postsecondary attainment by 2040 - drive partnerships that serve students and adults alike Investing in Miami’s Talent.

Recent efforts include new upskilling programs, K–12 robotics and VR clubs, and digital literacy workshops for mid-career and senior workers, aiming for social mobility and economic inclusion.

These local actions reflect a national shift toward employer-led, agile workforce systems that bridge generational gaps, blending practical experience, new technologies, and community mentorship Talent & Inclusion in Miami.

• Intergenerational learning: Miami Dade College’s “Generation Coders” brings together participants ages 16 to 65 in web and AI training, aligning with Miami’s broader lifelong learning vision.
• Digital safety education: Community workshops, supported by local universities and tech partners, help seniors and adults fight AI-driven scams and learn digital ethics.
• K–12 opportunity expansion: Miami’s public-private partnerships are expanding access to robotics, VR, and coding as part of federally supported efforts to close skill gaps and offer opportunity to underrepresented youth.

Across these programs, Miami is fostering a tech community where people of all ages contribute, learn, and grow together - modeling what multi-generational engagement and inclusive workforce development can look like.

Miami’s rapid rise as a model tech community in 2025 is powered by record-setting investment and a dedicated, inclusive innovation culture. In Q1 alone, South Florida startups raised $900 million across 67 deals, contributing to Miami’s ranking as 8th nationally for venture capital investment.

The tech ecosystem’s momentum is mirrored in a $95 billion valuation and a workforce that has grown by 81% in recent years, now hosting over 80,000 tech workers and 2,500 startups, including six unicorns according to local tech sector reports.

Miami’s approach pairs headline investments with a strong focus on community outreach. For instance, the Miami Tech Works initiative has already placed 315 graduates into tech roles paying $66,000+, aiming to train over 1,000 residents by next year.

At the same time, annual events like eMerge Americas bring together over 20,000 attendees, global investors, and a multicultural audience to discuss AI, fintech, and smart city solutions - further fueling opportunity and local connections within Miami’s diverse neighborhoods at this international conference.

A recent city survey indicates that 80% of tech professionals credit local programs for helping advance their careers - well above the 65% national average.

The impact is concrete:

• The expansion of STEM jobs through DoorLoop’s platform shows Miami's emerging job market, with 120 new positions created for locals.
• Onx Homes' resilient housing investments deliver job growth, bringing in $120M and hiring hundreds in construction tech.
• Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s tech-forward surgical tower increases healthcare collaboration and boosts the demand for specialized skills.

2025 Data	Miami	National Average
Tech Job Growth	+23%	+11%
Community Event Participation	4,000+	~1,500
STEM Equity Funding	$58M	$17M

As local tech leader Matthew Davis sums it up, “Miami’s tech success isn’t just in the headlines - it’s in the people, the classrooms, and the neighborhoods driving us forward every day.”

Combined investment, strong educational partnerships, and open community programs truly position Miami as a blueprint for inclusive tech growth.