DETROIT—Santa Clara, Calif.-based Infoblox, a provider of networking and security services, announced it would bring its Infoblox Diverse Student Certification pilot program to Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD), in Detroit. As a part of Infoblox’s commitment to increase the representation of minorities and women in the technology industry, the program will fully fund the
SOUTHFIELD - 123NET announced Monday a 128-mile new route for its fiber network that will run from Southfield to Bay City bringing high-speed fiber internet connecting Southeast Michigan businesses and communities. 123NET's investment in high-capacity fiber will be installed along the I-75 corridor into areas that are often neglected by larger internet providers. Construction on
On MITech TV May 2, Diana Becker talks about a new wrinkle on AirBnB called HiAirBnB for cannabis friendly lodging. Dan Keelan, Publisher of Michigan Marijuana Report, introduce new sponsorships that will introduce general business service providers to our 100,000 plus cannabis social media audience. Dave Crabill, iHemp Michigan President, provides details on iHemp Midwest
LANSING – Workforce shortages, inflation and supply chain disruptions remain the main obstacles Michigan’s small businesses are facing, according to a new survey released today by the Small Business Association of Michigan. “Though there is more optimism among small business owners, the struggles that are plaguing small businesses are still very prominent,” said SBAM President
WASHINGTON DC — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce praised the introduction of the Golden-preneurship Act. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by U.S. Representatives Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), Young Kim (R-CA-39), Dean Phillips (D-MN-03), and Jason Crow (D-CO-06) would strengthen programs that help senior entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Over one million older Americans lost their jobs
DETROIT - Every technology that runs our world requires energy on demand. Energy must be stored and made available in order to power electronic devices and illuminate buildings. The large variety of devices that require on-demand energy has resulted in the development of several energy storage strategies. Many energy storage systems use a combination of
DETROIT - A free Java Programming Nanodegree sponsored by General Motors is for individuals in the Detroit metro who are looking to gain skills to start or advance a tech career. GM is focused on providing opportunities to underrepresented groups in tech, however anyone can apply. The scholarship will provide learners with job-ready Java Programming
DETROIT - The long-rumored Dodge Hornet is official. Tim Kuniskis, the Dodge brand CEO, confirmed the news during an online meeting Tuesday with wrestler Bill Goldberg and Preston Patterson, the new Dodge brand ambassador who now carries the title "Chief Donut Maker." As he navigated a reporter's question about Dodge's future electrification plans — the brand plans both
NEW YORK - The service robotics industry has grown quickly in recent years, spurred on by advances in robotics technology and artificial intelligence, and maybe set to help alleviate some of the labor issues across multiple industries. Service robots, as covered in the new IDTechEx report “Service Robots 2022-2032: Technologies, Players & Markets”, can be
DETROIT - Block Island Wind Farm in Rhode Island is the United States’ first offshore wind farm. The 30-megawatt, five-turbine offshore wind farm began commercial operations in December 2016 and generates enough energy to power 17,000 homes. And it turns out, it’s perfectly safe, and sometimes even beneficial, for fish. A seven-year-long study, the first
