# North Dakota’s LIFT Program Boosts Local Tech | Bismarck News

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Podcast: [Bismarck News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bismarck-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612013)
Published: 2026-07-07T11:58:45+00:00
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North Dakota’s launching a bold new push for homegrown tech with the $47.5M LIFT program—designed to turn innovative local startups into market-ready products. This zero-interest innovation loan (3 years at 0%, then 2%, then standard Bank of ND rate) targets 76 companies across ag tech, energy, healthcare, and advanced computing, aiming to supercharge the state’s economy and attract follow-on investment. Applications open July 1, 2026, with a deadline of July 30, 2026. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/205d4ed39eb7dd46

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