# Verona Named Top Small City for AI Growth | Madison News

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Podcast: [Madison News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/madison-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7577991)
Published: 2026-07-27T19:06:16+00:00
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Verona, Wisconsin, just snagged the top spot as America’s 1 small city for AI business growth — beating nearly 400 others based on jobs, talent, data center proximity, and quality of life. Located near tech powerhouse Madison, Verona’s strong workforce and strategic location make it a rising star in the AI startup scene, proving that innovation isn’t just for big cities anymore. 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/de7dcfeec335e9b1

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