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.

July Michigan Cannabis Sales Remain Flat For 5th Month In A Row

LANSING - Michigan cannabis sales continue to remain flat in July with sales for all products topping $287.7 million, up 3.2 percent from June’s $275.2 million. This follows similar sales figures in May of $278 million, April $279.6 million and March a record $289 million. Recreational sales in July recreational marijuana sales totaled $264.4 million,

By |2024-08-15T15:41:40-04:00August 15th, 2024|Featured, Marijuana Business, News|

Innovator Advisor Community Breakfast & Learn Event Aug. 22 Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR -  You are invited to the Innovator Advisor Community  Breakfast & Learn Event Thursday, August 22, from 8:00-10:30 am EST at Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor, 179 Little Lake Dr, Ann Arbor. Are you interested in Networking with like-minded science and innovation geeks? Meeting very early stage Innovators and helping

By |2024-08-14T15:52:14-04:00August 14th, 2024|Entrepreneurs|

How to Get Started in AI with Angela Peat in Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR - Unlock the potential of AI for your small business or startup with a Bamboo Ann Arbor workshop, "How to Get Started with AI." This session is designed to guide you through the first steps of integrating AI into your operations, offering practical insights and strategies tailored for entrepreneurs. Whether you're looking to

By |2024-08-14T15:42:55-04:00August 14th, 2024|Artificial Intelligence|

Dynamic_Carbon_Credits Using Carbon Sequestration

Dynamic Carbon Credits combat climate change through a unique technique called carbon sequestration. Imagine a world where trees aren't just a source of beauty, but also a powerful tool in the fight against climate change. That's the vision of Dynamic Carbon Credits. Through innovative plant-based solutions, they are harnessing nature's power to capture and store

By |2024-08-29T22:33:01-04:00August 14th, 2024|mitechtv, New Products, New Products / Contracts|

CrowdStrike Network Breakdown Analyzed by Dan Lohrmann From Presidio

EAST LANSING - On July 19, 2024, a CrowdStrike software update unleashed mayhem on computer systems at airports, banks and more from Australia to Atlanta. What happened, and what lessons can we take away? Presidio cybersecurity expert Dan Lohrmann, former chief information officer at the state of Michigan, said bottom line, mistakes will be made,

By |2024-08-14T12:52:55-04:00August 14th, 2024|Cyber Defense, mitechtv|

Chris Rydzewski Reflects on Her MCWT Executive Director Experience and Longtime Involvement

SOUTHFIELD - Chris Rydzewski, who served as Executive Director of the Michigan Council of Women in Technology for the past seven years, stepped down from that role on July 1, 2023. She transitioned into a part-time position as Director of Partnerships and Strategic Alliances before concluding her journey with MCWT on July 1, 2024. "As

By |2024-08-13T12:35:21-04:00August 12th, 2024|Entrepreneurs, mitechtv|

GVSU Research Shows West Michigan Economy Slowing

GRAND RAPIDS - While the recent turmoil in financial markets around the world triggered fears of a recession, a Grand Valley State University researcher said he’s not ready to make that declaration for the national or local economies. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his data

By |2024-08-11T16:38:30-04:00August 11th, 2024|Featured, News|

GVSU’s Muskegon Innovation Hub To Award $69,000 In First Round Of Entrepreneur Grants

MUSKEGON -- For small business owners and entrepreneurs struggling in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a grant program from Grand Valley State University’s Muskegon Innovation Hub will help to provide necessary funding for operational costs, upgrades and expansion. The first installment of funding from the Hub’s Direct Grant Program, more than $69,000, will be

By |2024-08-11T16:39:31-04:00August 11th, 2024|Entrepreneurs|

Ohio Recreational Cannabis Sales Start Tuesday

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Multiple Ohio dispensaries have confirmed to NBC4 that they have the green light to start selling recreational marijuana on Tuesday, but some caveats for customers apply. As of Monday, Sunnyside Dispensaries — a subsidiary of Cresco Labs — had announced the earliest opening time of 7 a.m. at its Cincinnati shop, likely

By |2024-08-05T11:12:10-04:00August 5th, 2024|Featured, Marijuana Business, News|