ANN ARBOR - As 2024 comes to an end, cybersecurity professionals Richard Stiennon from IT-Harvest and Dan Lohrmann from Presidio highlight the top stories, including the reelection of Donald Trunp as president and what they will mean for the cybersecurity picture. They also cover some of the latest randsomware attacks, hacks and other cybersecuyrity issues
SOUTHFIELD - It's been a busy year for Lawrence Technological University with new programs, new academic and business partners and new degree programs that deliver job-ready students upon graduations. Joining MITech TV is LTU President Dr. Tarek Sobh to provide all the details. He is interviewed by Matt Roush, who handles new and public relations
NEW YORK - New research reveals that the heart has its own complex nervous system, or “mini-brain,” which plays a critical role in controlling its rhythm, independent of the brain. Researchers from Karolinska Institutet and Columbia University have discovered that the heart possesses its own “mini-brain”—an independent nervous system that regulates the heartbeat. This system is far more intricate
DETROIT - Video footage appearing to show glowing orbs above Detroit well above the normal service ceiling of drones has cast more doubt on the mystery sweeping the country. The US has been gripped by mass drone sightings in recent weeks, which started in New Jersey before spreading across New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Florida, California. Delays in revealing what the
ANN ARBOR — The City of Ann Arbor has been awarded a $10 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy Community Geothermal Technologies Office to begin implementing a community geothermal heating and cooling system in the Bryant neighborhood. The city has been partnering with the Bryant neighborhood since 2021 to justly and equitably implement
LANSING – Michigan Cannabis Sales Rebound After 3-Month Decline. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has released November 2024 cannabis sales figures, which exceeded expert predictions. The state reported total sales of $276.4 million, marking a 6.1% year-over-year increase and a 2.9% rise from October. This marks the first increase in sales since August, when the
GRAND RAPIDS – PhotoniCare Inc., has secured $4.6 million in Series B financing, formed a manufacturing partnership with Gentex Corporation for its first-in-class, FDA-cleared OtoSigh Middle Ear Scope. PhotoniCare also finalized the relocation of its headquarters from Champaign, Illinois to Grand Rapids. The new money is the first close in an expected $9 million round.
CINCINNATI – It’s been about four months since Ohio dispensaries began selling recreational cannabis, but changes could be coming to the program soon. On the outs are dual-use dispos until September 2026, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. That doesn’t mean there won’t be any new dispensaries opening before then, however. About 120 existing medical
GRAND RAPIDS - West Michigan economy trending "back to positive" indicating 2025 will begin with strong economy, contends a monthly survey by Grand Valley State University of West Michigan businesses and purchasing managers, ending a four-month slump. Research conducted by Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, reveals a
DETROIT - Michigan Founders Fund and global accelerator network gener8tor have officially opened applications for the inaugural Michigan Founders Fund Pre-Accelerator cohort. This free, seven-week, no-equity program provides underrepresented early-stage founders in Southeast Michigan with concierge coaching and up to $15,000 in non-dilutive grant funding. MFFPA includes a built-in mentor and investor network from both
