TIME’s 2025 covers feature star power—with Ryan Reynolds of Maximum Effort and Waymo’s co-CEOs front and center. But the list also includes standout innovation coming straight out of Dallas.
While TIME put Maximum Effort and Waymo on its 2025 worldwide covers, Dallas future-shaping companies are in the mix. Two are Dallas-based. Another Texas company—now a $2B brand—got its start here, too.
What companies are finding funding or having a big exit? From startup investments to grants and acquisitions, Dallas Innovates tracks what’s happening in North Texas money.
Colossal launched last September with a plan to "de-extinct" the woolly mammoth by using CRISPR genetic engineering to create a mammoth-elephant hybrid.
With a total raise of $75 million to date, the startup aims to
have its first set of mammoth-elephant hybrid calves "in 4 to 6 years," co-founder and CEO Ben Lamm told us. But Colossal's goals extend much further—with the potential "to advance human health, enhance food production, reduce environmental impact, and optimize animal health and welfare."
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Dr. Jean-Laurent Casanova, M.D., Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert in the fields of genetics, immunology, and infectious diseases who will be joining UT Southwestern Medical Center on July 1, has been selected with an international team of researchers to receive a Cancer Grand Challenges award of up to $25 million....
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
A few years ago, the digital leadership team of a globally recognized motorcycle brand reached out to us after completing a major digital refresh. They had followed every recommended best practice....
Independent video game company ProbablyMonsters is expanding its executive leadership team as Jonathan Lander joins as chief publishing officer, David Reid joins as chief marketing officer, and Mark Subotnick now serves as chief product officer, integrating product leadership with the company’s broader C-suite structure....
Irving-based Kimberly-Clark Corp. has named Francesco Tinto as chief information & global business services (GBS) officer, effective March 9, 2026. Tinto will report to President and COO Russ Torres and serve on the company’s executive leadership team. ...
Dr. Jean-Laurent Casanova, M.D., Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert in the fields of genetics, immunology, and infectious diseases who will be joining UT Southwestern Medical Center on July 1, has been selected with an international team of researchers to receive a Cancer Grand Challenges award of up to $25 million....