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Ford CEO Farley Says AI Could Eliminate Some White-Collar Jobs — While Skilled Trades Gain Value

DETROIT — Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley is drawing a stark dividing line over how artificial intelligence could reshape the American workforce: Some white-collar jobs may disappear, while workers who can repair robots, maintain automated factories and solve complex mechanical problems could become increasingly valuable. Speaking Wednesday at Ford’s ACCELERATE the Essential Economy conference

By |2026-10-01T14:22:46-04:00October 1st, 2026|Auto Tech, ESD, Industry 4.0|

Ford, JPMorganChase Launch Michigan Manufacturing Push With Billions At Stake

DETROIT — Michigan manufacturers and technology startups could gain access to as much as $1 billion in new financing and another $1 billion in potential supplier business from Ford under a major public-private initiative designed to expand advanced manufacturing and strengthen critical U.S. supply chains. Ford Motor Co., JPMorganChase, the State of Michigan, Michigan Central

By |2026-10-01T13:46:02-04:00October 1st, 2026|ESD, Industry 4.0|

How to Increase Online Visibility: Content Is King, but Consistency Is King Too

For more than two decades, businesses looking to increase online visibility have heard the same digital marketing mantra: “Content is King.” The principle remains valid. Companies need useful content to demonstrate expertise, answer customer questions, establish credibility, and give prospective buyers a reason to pay attention. But businesses wanting to increase online visibility face a

By |2026-10-01T16:38:10-04:00October 1st, 2026|Digital Marketing, mitechtv|

Trump, AI Giants Agree To Police Themselves As Concerns Grow Over AI Risks

President Donald Trump and leaders of America's largest AI companies signed a voluntary agreement calling for independent audits and board-level oversight of increasingly powerful artificial intelligence systems — but the accord carries no legal penalties if companies fail to comply. WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump and leaders of six major artificial intelligence companies agreed Tuesday

By |2026-09-30T10:49:58-04:00September 30th, 2026|Artificial Intelligence|

Michigan CRA Revokes 20 Marijuana Grow Licenses, Issues Record-Tying $2 Million Fine

CLARE — Michigan cannabis regulators have revoked 20 medical marijuana grower licenses and imposed a $2 million fine — tied for the largest penalty ever issued by the Cannabis Regulatory Agency — against a Clare company after investigators found packages identified as marijuana flower that contained no THC and instead resembled dirt and mulch. The

By |2026-09-30T10:02:20-04:00September 30th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

Trump Escalates Canada Trade War — Michigan Auto Jobs, Suppliers Face Growing Risk

More than 1.2 million Michigan jobs are directly or indirectly tied to the state’s automotive and mobility industry. Now President Donald Trump’s escalating trade confrontation with Canada is creating new uncertainty for the deeply integrated Michigan-Ontario manufacturing economy — with auto industry leaders warning of supply-chain disruption, financial strain and risks to jobs. DETROIT —

By |2026-09-30T10:58:36-04:00September 30th, 2026|Economy, Featured, News|

GM Adjusts Chevy Bolt Production — What Does Changing EV Demand Mean For Michigan?

DETROIT — General Motors is adjusting production of its affordable Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle, another sign of a changing EV market that could have broader implications for Michigan jobs, automotive suppliers and billions of dollars invested in the state's transition to electric vehicles. GM told MITechNews that the Bolt production adjustments will not affect any

By |2026-09-29T14:33:30-04:00September 29th, 2026|Auto Tech, News|

How Different GameZone Promo Offers Work

A GameZone promo gives various players access to different rewards based on how they use the platform. GameZone does not treat every promotion as the same type of bonus. Instead, it offers coverage for daily game entries, VIP progression, KYC verification, tournaments, and temporary events. Someone who regularly plays Tongits Plus may prefer recurring free

By |2026-09-29T11:36:27-04:00September 29th, 2026|Guest Columns|

Ohio Congressman Backs Cannabis Insurance Bill as Industry Groups Endorse Federal Protections

The CLAIM Act would shield insurers serving state-legal marijuana businesses from certain federal penalties. Michigan and Ohio operators would still have to find insurers willing to cover them. LANSING — Nine insurance industry groups have endorsed a bipartisan bill that could make it easier for insurers to serve cannabis businesses in Michigan, Ohio and other

By |2026-09-29T10:49:25-04:00September 29th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|