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Hiring C-Level Execs, MCWT Update, SaaS For Ice Hockey Pickup Games, iHemp Michigan

On MITech TV Sept. 24, Gary Erickson from Executive Search Partners updated the latest C level hiring opportunities and trends. Kathleen Norton Schock shared MCWT happenings. Dave Crabill of Advantage Intelligent Marketing announced a Software as a Service company to schedule ice hockey pickup games. Then Dave changed hats to his role as president of

By |2023-09-25T15:13:50-04:00September 25th, 2023|Podcasts|

Electric Jeep Wrangler: Expectations And Everything We Know So Far

TOLEDO - Automakers are pivoting towards a future less dependent on fossil fuels as concerns about climate change and sustainability surge. Long-standing companies such as Jeep are taking steps to re-engineer their most iconic models to fall in line with the shift toward electric vehicles. The historic SUV manufacturer is underway with executing a comprehensive

By |2023-09-25T09:56:44-04:00September 25th, 2023|Auto Tech, Clean Update|

The Role Of Technology In Modern Commodities Trading

Once the realm of bustling floor traders, commodities trading involved hand signals and physical paper slips. But over time, it has undergone a metamorphosis. Today, the arena is predominantly digital, thanks to a plethora of technological innovations. Let’s explore how technology has reshaped the commodities market, making it more accessible, efficient, and predictive. From Physical

By |2023-09-25T18:46:09-04:00September 25th, 2023|Guest Columns|

Innovation Could Power EV Batteries For 3,000 Miles On A Single Charge

DETROIT - For anyone who has gone on a long road trip across any number of Midwestern states (especially before the advent of smartphones), not knowing exactly where, when, and if the next gas station would show up, it’s a terrifying experience. The looming “E” on the dashboard starts to stand for more than “Empty,”

By |2023-09-25T18:37:48-04:00September 24th, 2023|Featured, Industry 4.0|

Panasonic’s New All-Solid-State Batteries Are A Game-Changer For Drones And EVs

TOKYO - Panasonic Holdings has revealed that it is working on all-solid-state batteries with a focus initially on drones. Scheduled for mass production in the latter half of the 2020s, these batteries could be the answer to faster, more efficient energy storage. What sets this new technology apart? The company claims that these all-solid-state batteries can charge

By |2023-09-24T18:05:24-04:00September 24th, 2023|Industry 4.0|

Toyota Triples Electric Vehicle Production Target, 600K Units In 2025

DETROIT - Shortly after revealing its high-tech next-generation electric vehicle production line in Japan, Toyota has now shared an ambitious plan to boost its EV output to lock horns with its surging American and European rivals. Toyota has informed its major suppliers of a new target of making 600,000 EVs in 2025, a three-fold increase from

By |2023-09-24T18:06:40-04:00September 24th, 2023|Auto Tech, Clean Update, Featured|

5 Ways Bay Area Financial Advisors Can Transform Your Financial Future

When it comes to managing your finances, seeking the guidance of a skilled financial advisor can be a game-changer. The Bay Area, known for its bustling tech industry and thriving economy, is home to numerous financial advisors who can provide tailored advice to help you navigate the complex world of finance. From retirement planning to

By |2024-02-21T17:19:05-05:00September 24th, 2023|Business, Guest Columns|

Michigan Virtual Releases New School AI Guide

LANSING—As school districts across Michigan examine artificial intelligence and its implications in the classroom, Michigan Virtual, a pioneer in digital learning for the past 25 years, has developed the first of its kind comprehensive Planning Guide for AI: A Framework for School Districts. “Digital technologies—the computer, the cellphone, the Internet—have profoundly shaped our world and impacted

By |2023-09-21T17:13:04-04:00September 21st, 2023|Artificial Intelligence|

Flo Vehicle Chargers Sold In Vermont

AUBURN HILLS–The Canadian EV charger builder Flo, which has established its manufacturing base in Auburn Hills, announced the first sale of its Flo Ultra fast charging systems to Green Mountain Power in Vermont. The chargers are being produced at Flo’s Auburn Hills plant. “The first sale of FLO Ultra marks a new era in EV charging, delivering

By |2023-09-21T17:05:19-04:00September 21st, 2023|ESD|

Nominations Open For Michigan Celebrates Small Business 2024

LANSING—Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards program, a prestigious annual competition that recognizes successful growing businesses and their supporters. The winners will be honored at the 20th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards Gala May 21, 2024. The awards program provides an opportunity for business owners and supporters

By |2023-09-21T16:59:17-04:00September 21st, 2023|ESD, Small Business Association of Michigan|