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Lawrence Tech, Michigan State Collaborating On The Front Lines Of High-Speed AI

SOUTHFIELD— Lawrence Technological University has joined a global university team developing autonomous racecars capable of speeds approaching 200 miles per hour as part of the Indy Autonomous Challenge, one of the world’s premier competitions advancing artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicle technology. The collaboration with Michigan State University and the PoliMOVE-MSU autonomous racing team places LTU

By |2026-04-01T14:23:53-04:00April 1st, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, ESD|

Kristin Knoll Honorary Chair for the 2026 Great Lakes Bay Regional Fundraiser to Benefit Make-A-Wish

MIDLAND - ABC Greater Michigan Chapter will host its 39th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Fundraiser to Benefit Make-A-Wish set for April 17 at the Great Hall, Midland. Guests are welcome to join the community in honoring past and current Wish Kids who are bravely facing their health challenges. Honorary chair, Kristin Knoll, Executive Director

By |2026-03-24T14:50:22-04:00March 24th, 2026|ESD|

Pentagon Launches $9M Detroit Program to Cut China’s Grip on Critical Defense Materials

Why China’s Dominance in Critical Materials Is a National Security Risk DETROIT — A new Pentagon-backed program anchored in Detroit is taking direct aim at a growing national security threat: U.S. dependence on China and other foreign adversaries for the advanced materials needed to build next-generation weapons systems. The four-year, $9 million Critical Materials Processing

By |2026-03-19T15:52:01-04:00March 19th, 2026|ESD, Government/Politics, Industry 4.0, Politics, Politics/Government|

High Torque, Non Rare Earth Motors Made In Michigan

FARMINGTON HILLS - Modal Motors designs and manufactures electric propulsion systems using standard domestic materials. The Michigan-based company eliminates rare-earth magnets to lower costs and secure the supply chain without sacrificing quality, speed or torque. Explaining the company and its products on MITech TV is CEO Michael Van Steenburg. In this video interview he covers

By |2026-03-18T15:15:52-04:00March 18th, 2026|Auto Tech, ESD, mitechtv|

1 In 5 Companies Are Killing Entry-Level Hiring Because Of AI — Michigan College Graduates May Feel It First

ANN ARBOR - Artificial intelligence may be quietly eliminating the first rung on the career ladder — and the impact could soon be felt across Michigan’s economy. A new national survey from Resume.org finds that 21 percent of companies have already stopped hiring entry-level workers because of AI, while 36 percent expect to stop hiring

Survey: 70 Percent Of Workers Question Their Career Path As AI Changes Hiring

ANN ARBOR - Artificial intelligence is beginning to influence who gets hired as workers face growing uncertainty about their skills and career paths in a rapidly evolving economy. AI Is Quietly Reshaping Hiring Decisions Artificial intelligence is beginning to influence who gets hired — and many workers worry they may not be ready. A new

By |2026-03-14T18:05:23-04:00March 14th, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, ESD|

Channel Partner Ecosystems Reshape Tech Sales: Rick Beckers

Channel Sales Pro highlights how partner ecosystems are reshaping modern tech sales strategies. As businesses shift toward collaborative growth models, Channel Sales Pro emphasizes the role of partnerships in driving scalability and revenue. Therefore, companies are rethinking traditional sales approaches to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. In a MITech TV interview, Beckers explains

By |2026-04-09T13:55:23-04:00March 10th, 2026|ESD, mitechtv|

Palisades Nuclear Restart Faces Intensifying Scrutiny Over Weld Documentation, Safety Questions

COVERT, MI - The effort to restart the Palisades Nuclear Generating Station is entering its most consequential regulatory phase, as missing decades-old weld documentation forces owner Holtec International to seek relief from federal regulators. At issue is whether the 800-megawatt nuclear plant — shut down in May 2022 after 51 years of operation — can

By |2026-03-02T17:03:37-05:00March 2nd, 2026|Clean Update, ESD, Featured, News|

New Coworking Hub Opens at Michigan Central Station

DETROIT —Michigan Central innovation continues to expand with the launch of The Michigan Central Mezz, a new coworking and collaboration space in Detroit’s Corktown district. As part of the broader Michigan Central innovation district, this development reflects growing demand for flexible workspaces and entrepreneurial resources. Therefore, the new facility is expected to strengthen Detroit’s position