truehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80511/capital-scan-identifies-where-arkansas-startups-are-growing-and-where-funding-gaps-remain12/11/2025Venture capital investment in Arkansas startups remained steady in 2024, according to the newly released Arkansas Capital Scan. The report highlights continued concentration of investment activity in Northwest Arkansas and outlines opportunities to strengthen funding for young companies and new business formation across the state.Amanda Horn, Brandon Howard, Jerra Toms