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AI Agents Are Breaking Out — And Michigan Companies May Not Be Ready

ANN ARBOR — Michigan companies racing to deploy autonomous artificial intelligence may be creating a new cybersecurity problem before their security departments even know the AI agents are there. AI agents developed by OpenAI, Google and Anthropic have crossed intended security boundaries during cybersecurity testing and gained unauthorized access to real computer systems. Researchers also

By |2026-09-23T17:09:05-04:00September 23rd, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Defense, News|

Two Michigan Tossups Could Help Decide Control Of U.S. House

With 41 days remaining before the Nov. 3 election, two Republican-held Michigan congressional districts are rated tossups. Victories in both would give Democrats two of the three additional seats they need nationally to win control of the U.S. House. LANSING  - Michigan voters will help decide more than the state’s next governor, U.S. senator, attorney

By |2026-09-23T14:05:49-04:00September 23rd, 2026|Government/Politics, News, Politics, Politics/Government|

The Importance of Building an Emergency Fund Before You Start Trading

Crypto trading has a way of making patience feel optional. Prices move fast, timelines feel short, and it's easy to convince yourself that the only mistake is waiting too long to get in. That urgency is exactly why so many new traders skip a step that has nothing to do with charts or coins at

By |2026-09-23T12:05:13-04:00September 23rd, 2026|Cryptocurrency, Guest Columns|

Drive More Engagement in Your Digital Campaigns

Image Credit: Unsplash A successful digital campaign does more than just get noticed; it truly engages people. In today's crowded online world, simply putting out a message isn't enough to grab attention or get real business results. True engagement means creating a two-way street where customers feel drawn to interact with your brand. This calls

By |2026-09-23T11:48:35-04:00September 23rd, 2026|Business|

The Channel Crew Helps Technology Companies Build Partnerships That Drive Sales

LAKE ORION - Rick Beckers, CEO of The Channel Crew, joins MITech TV to discuss how his company helps technology vendors build and expand the partner networks they need to reach business customers. The Channel Crew is a channel sales and marketing consultancy that connects technology vendors with trusted advisers, including managed-service providers, cybersecurity firms,

By |2026-09-22T18:10:08-04:00September 22nd, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, mitechtv|

NeuroAIgent Builds A ‘Central Brain’ To Give Businesses Control Of Their AI Knowledge

DETROIT - As businesses increasingly use artificial intelligence, two questions are becoming critical: Can AI systems find the company online, and who controls the information those systems use? Robert Skinner of Michigan-based NeuroAIgent joined MITech TV to discuss how the company is helping businesses prepare for an AI-driven economy—from improving their visibility in AI-generated answers

By |2026-09-22T15:53:06-04:00September 22nd, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, mitechtv|

42 Days From Election, Michigan Democrats Lead—But Senate, Attorney General Remain Tossups

Quick summary: With six weeks remaining before Michigan’s Nov. 3 election, Democrats lead the races for governor and secretary of state. But the contests for U.S. Senate and attorney general remain within the polling margin of error, making voter enthusiasm and turnout potentially decisive. Michigan Democrats hold polling advantages in all four major statewide contests

By |2026-09-22T09:20:45-04:00September 22nd, 2026|News|

Michigan’s $60 Marijuana Is Pulling Buyers From Ohio, Indiana And Illinois

ANN ARBOR - New Buffalo and Monroe generated nearly $125 million in estimated cannabis sales during the first quarter of 2026 as Michigan’s low prices reshaped the Midwest marijuana market. New Buffalo has about 1,700 permanent residents and nearly 30 marijuana dispensaries. That works out to roughly one dispensary for every 57 city residents—a concentration

By |2026-09-23T14:26:16-04:00September 21st, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

Iran War Helps Drive Michigan Diesel To Record High, Threatening Farms And Food Prices

Michigan diesel prices have reached a record $6.81 per gallon—84% higher than a year ago—as the Iran war and disruptions to Russian energy supplies tighten global fuel markets. The increase is hitting Michigan farmers during harvest while fertilizer costs are also rising, creating additional pressure on farm income, transportation expenses and food prices. ANN ARBOR

By |2026-09-21T09:30:10-04:00September 21st, 2026|News|

China Builds Global AI Alliance As Trump Plans American ‘AI Force’

Beijing is recruiting countries into a new artificial intelligence organization while President Donald Trump moves to centralize America’s AI strategy and restrict China’s access to advanced technology. BEIJING, CHINA - China is assembling an international artificial intelligence alliance while President Donald Trump prepares to appoint a new AI czar and create what he calls an

By |2026-09-20T11:25:25-04:00September 20th, 2026|Artificial Intelligence|