mikebrennan

About Mike Brennan

Founder of Michigan News Network, and serves as CEO, as well as Editor & Publisher of MITECHNEWS.COM. Brennan has worked since 1980 as a technology writer at newspapers in New York, NY, San Jose, CA., Seattle, WA., Memphis, TN., Detroit, MI., and London, England. He co-founded and served as managing editor of Pacific Rim News Service (SEATTLE), which developed a network of more than 100 freelance journalists in 17 Asia-Pacific countries.

Look Now: Artificial Intelligence-Powered Therapists

WASHINGTON DC - New research suggests that given the right kind of training, AI bots can deliver mental health therapy with as much efficacy as — or more than — human clinicians. The recent study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, shows results from the first randomized clinical trial for AI therapy. Researchers from Dartmouth

By |2025-04-08T14:23:51-04:00April 8th, 2025|Artificial Intelligence|

Study: Common Sleeping Pill Could Help Lesson Impact Of Alzheimer’s Disease

ST. LOUIS - There's still so much we don't know about Alzheimer's disease, but the link between poor sleep and worsening disease is one that researchers are exploring aggressively. In a study, scientists found that using sleeping pills to get some shut-eye could reduce the build-up of toxic clumps of proteins in fluid that washes

By |2025-04-08T14:04:07-04:00April 8th, 2025|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Auto Tariffs: What Economic Impact On US Auto Production

LANSING - President Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars took effect on Thursday. The import tax has already triggered big moves by automakers, from layoffs to pauses in car shipments to delayed price hikes. Then On May 3, the tariff will also apply to imported car parts, such as engines and transmissions, which could add

By |2025-04-07T18:53:40-04:00April 7th, 2025|ESD, mitechtv|

Auto Tariffs: What Impact On Michigan’s Auto Industry?

DETROIT - President Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars took effect on Thursday. The import tax has already triggered big moves by automakers, from layoffs to pauses in car shipments to delayed price hikes. Starting May 3, the tariff will also apply to imported car parts, such as engines and transmissions, which could add to

By |2025-04-08T09:48:06-04:00April 7th, 2025|ESD, mitechtv|

Auto Tariffs: How Much Impact On Retail Prices?

DETROIT - President Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars took effect on April 3. The import tax has already triggered big moves by automakers, from layoffs to pauses in car shipments to delayed price hikes. As a result, industry analysts expect consumers to see higher car prices, and some buyers have been rushing to the

By |2025-04-07T16:25:00-04:00April 7th, 2025|ESD, mitechtv|

Elon Musk Out – Tesla Shaken – Washington Relieved

WASHINGTON DC - Elon Musk is heading for the exit. Insiders confirm the Tesla CEO will step down from his high-profile government role in the coming weeks as his 130-day service limit nears, reports Yahoo News. While Trump still sings Musk's praises publicly, the decision follows rising internal friction and political blowback. Musk's scorched-earth approach

By |2025-04-04T18:10:35-04:00April 4th, 2025|Featured, News|

Coin-Sized Nuclear 3V Battery With 50-Year Lifespan To Be Mass Produced

BEIJING - A Chinese battery manufacturer has developed a breakthrough, sparking a worldwide race for compact nuclear energy. The innovation is a small coin-sized battery powered by a radioactive nickel isotope that decays into stable copper. While the initial cell is relatively weak, it can easily be layered to provide more power for up to

By |2025-04-04T15:50:09-04:00April 4th, 2025|Industry 4.0|

Future Fuel Comes From Air, And It’s Not Hydrogen

BERLIN - Germany advanced sustainability efforts by presenting a new air-derived fuel other than hydrogen. The novel fuel operates as methanol, and its production relies on biogenic and green hydrogen-based manufacturing methods. The article provides comprehensive details about this breakthrough development, analyzing its effects on the shipping industry and its potential role in the evolution

By |2025-04-04T15:38:29-04:00April 4th, 2025|Clean Update|

Michigan SBDC Tech Team, Hires Two Consultants To Support Tech Entrepreneurs

GRAND RAPIDS – The Michigan Small Business Development Center and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation have expanded the Michigan SBDC Tech Team, adding two new consultants to accelerate the growth of high-tech entrepreneurship. Shruti Bagla PhD will support the rapidly expanding health sector in Michigan, targeting Detroit and neighboring Ontario, with the aim of bolstering

By |2025-04-02T12:38:32-04:00April 2nd, 2025|ESD|

US Signal Appoints Keith Wilson As Chief Financial Officer

GRAND RAPIDS – US Signal announced the appointment of Keith Wilson as its new Chief Financial Officer. With over 30 years of extensive experience in emerging technologies, financial management, and strategic planning, Wilson brings a wealth of expertise to US Signal's executive team.​ Prior to joining US Signal, Wilson held key leadership positions across multiple

By |2025-04-02T12:30:16-04:00April 2nd, 2025|ESD|