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Artificial Intellience Now Must-Have In Executive Job Search
DETROIT - Artificial Intelligence has become a must-have for everything including executive job searches, says Gary Erickson, managing partner of Executive Search Partners. His group specializes in placing Chief Information Officers in big businesses, but
Tariffs Rock Auto Industry Driving Up Prices For US Consumers
DETROIT - President Trump said he launched his tariff program to force US and foreign manufacturers to build factories in the United States. Instead, in some cases, domestically produced vehicles cost more than those imported
Women In Cannabis Program Seeks Sponsors For Fall Celebration
DEARBORN - Four20 Post publisher Dan Keelan talks about the Women in Cannabis Leadership series. The program will highlight the women who are making a positive difference in the cannabis business community. Sponsors will gain
Breaking News
$1.5 Trillion In White Gold Found In Ancient Volcano On Nevada-Oregon Border
NEVADA - Buried beneath an ancient volcanic crater on the Nevada Oregon border sits an
Applications Open For Adult Education Grants For Certification Or Degree Completion
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential announced the launch and
Kent State Offering Cannabis Career Certificate Programs To Meet Workforce Demands
KENT, Ohio - On Monday, Kent State University announced it will be launching six online
Study: Internal Combustion Engines Officially Minority In EU
NEW YORK - A new analysis from TechGaged Research reveals that combustion engines have officially
Ohio House Lawmakers Drop Social Equity Fund From Pot Tax Distribution, Slash Home Grown Plants
COLUMBUS - Voters who overwhelmingly approved recreational marijuana use in Ohio could soon experience restrictions.
Circle K To Sell Hemp THC Beverages Nationwide In 2026
DETROIT - Significant things for the THC beverage sector are afoot at the Circle K.
Gas Taxes Changing In Michigan, Registration Fees For EV’s And Hybrids Rising
LANSING - Michigan drivers pay state and federal taxes every time they fill up their
Michigan House Could Change Legal Pot Possession Limits And Alter Industry Disciplinary Rules
LANSING - Four marijuana-related bills were up for consideration before a Michigan House panel on
GM Cutting EV Production In Anticipation Of EV Tax Credit Elimination Sept. 30
DETROIT - Despite back-to-back record sales months, GM said on Thursday that it’s now planning to
Four Million Tons Of White Gold Found In Southern Arizona
ARIZONA - In Southern Arizona, within the historic mining district of the Patagonia Mountains, a
Battery Maker Natron Energy Runs Out Of Money
HOLLAND, MI — A California-based battery startup is shutting down its Michigan operations after running
Ford EV Sales Up 19 Percent In August As Buyers Rush To Beat Sept. 30 Tax Credit Deadline
DEARBORN - August was Ford Motor Co.'s sixth consecutive month of sales gains, driven by
Comcast RISE To Provide 100 Grand Rapids And Muskegon Small Businesses With Comprehensive Grant Packages
GRAND RAPIDS – Comcast announced Grand Rapids, Muskegon and surrounding areas will be one of
Lawrence Technological University Gets Research Grant To Work With Industry
SOUTHFIELD - The Lawrence Technological University College of Engineering will be an integral part of
Ottawa County Board Supports 123NET Broadband Grant Application
WEST OLIVE — Understanding the pivotal role high-speed internet plays in the lives of its
Michigan Defense Expo April 8-10 In Warren
WARREN – The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Michigan Chapter announced the 16th Annual Michigan Defense
Ohio Now Allows Cannabis Pre-Rolls To Be Sold At Dispensaries
AKRON, Ohio - More than a year into adult-use marijuana sales in Ohio, consumers now
Michigan July Cannabis Sales Up From June
LANSING - July Michigan Legal cannabis sales increased by more than 4 percent from June,
When You Include Medical Marijuana, Ohio Posts $1 Billion In Legal Cannabis Sales Since August 2024
COLUMBUS - Ohio cannabis enthusiasts have smoked up slightly more than $1 billion in licensed
Trump Says Cannabis Rescheduling Decision Could Come In Weeks
WASHINGTON DC - President Donald Trump affirmed at a news conference Monday that his administration is “looking” at
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Amazon Drones Now Delivering Packages In Metro Detroit
DETROIT - Amazon is expanding its drone delivery service in metro Detroit, with plans to fly its drones out of its
Michigan Schools Face Tradeoff For $321 Million In Mental Health, State Safety Funds
LANSING - School boards and administrators in K-12 districts across Michigan are weighing whether to waive certain legal protections in exchange
NASA Panelists Confirm 3I/Atlas Is Just A Comet, Not An Alien Craft
WASHINGTON DC - During the Nov. 19 NASA news conference on Comet 3I/ATLAS, the NASA panelists likened the new observations to fans at
Michigan
What It Costs To Charge Tesla Monthly vs. Buying Gas For Chevy Equinox
DETROIT - Thinking of making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV)? It’s the more
Tariffs Rock Auto Industry Driving Up Prices For US Consumers
DETROIT - President Trump said he launched his tariff program to force US and foreign
Hydrogen-Powered Hypercar Claims 1,000‑Mile Range
NEW YORK - Although BYD and Tesla have teased enthusiastic drivers with the possibility of
American Airlines Debuts Clean Energy Hydrogen-Electric Engines
NEW YORK - American Airlines has just unveiled an exciting new project set to reinvent
What It Costs To Charge Tesla Monthly vs. Buying Gas For Chevy Equinox
DETROIT - Thinking of making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV)? It’s the more
Tariffs Rock Auto Industry Driving Up Prices For US Consumers
DETROIT - President Trump said he launched his tariff program to force US and foreign
Hydrogen-Powered Hypercar Claims 1,000‑Mile Range
NEW YORK - Although BYD and Tesla have teased enthusiastic drivers with the possibility of
American Airlines Debuts Clean Energy Hydrogen-Electric Engines
NEW YORK - American Airlines has just unveiled an exciting new project set to reinvent
Ohio Now Allows Cannabis Pre-Rolls To Be Sold At Dispensaries
AKRON, Ohio - More than a year into adult-use marijuana sales in Ohio, consumers now
Michigan July Cannabis Sales Up From June
LANSING - July Michigan Legal cannabis sales increased by more than 4 percent from June,
When You Include Medical Marijuana, Ohio Posts $1 Billion In Legal Cannabis Sales Since August 2024
COLUMBUS - Ohio cannabis enthusiasts have smoked up slightly more than $1 billion in licensed
Trump Says Cannabis Rescheduling Decision Could Come In Weeks
WASHINGTON DC - President Donald Trump affirmed at a news conference Monday that his administration is “looking” at
UFO Disclosure And The Vatican: Why Alien Speculation Keeps Circling The Holy See
ANN ARBOR - As governments, scientists, and defense agencies revisit unexplained aerial phenomena, one institution
Michigan’s Minimum Wage Increased On New Year’s Day Producing Benefits For Workers, Pressure Points For Businesses
LANSING - Michigan’s minimum wage rose on Jan. 1, 2026, increasing from $12.48 to $13.73
Cleaning Up Business Finances In 2026
If your business finances feel like a junk drawer - receipts everywhere, mystery charges, and
Organizers Move to Overturn Ohio’s Marijuana Law as SB 56 Raises Red Flags for Dispensaries and Consumers
COLUMBUS - Ohio cannabis advocates have launched a statewide campaign to overturn Senate Bill 56
Advanced Technologies
Washtenaw Community College Hosts AI Conference To Explore AI And Future Of Business
ANN ARBOR - Washtenaw Community College will convene leading regional and national voices from the automotive, healthcare, energy and education sectors
The 7 Most Unexpected Jobs AI Could Create by 2030
DETROIT - Artificial intelligence is often discussed in terms of the jobs it will replace, but what about the jobs it
AI Will Generate Labor-Market Earthquake For Young Twenty-Somethings In US
NEW YORK - Stanford University has published a first-of-its-kind study on Tuesday that reveals “the AI revolution” is already beginning to have a
Researchers Contend AI Can Exploit Common Vulnerabilities In Networks In Under 15 minutes?
NEW YORK - Defenders are usually used to enjoy a few hours to days—or even weeks—of grace on mitigation until there
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI Marketing Tactics That Work: How to Create, Measure, and Avoid Mistakes
Artificial intelligence has moved beyond the buzz. For today’s marketers, the real conversation is about AI marketing tactics—the practical, strategic ways
CEOs Admit Millions Of White-Collar Jobs Will Be Replaced By Artificial Intelligence
LONDON - The worst kept secret in the world of artificial intelligence is that yes, AI is coming for people's jobs. Warnings have been sounded
AI Meets Autonomous Gliders To Revolutionize Underwater Security
NEW YORK - As AI technology merges with autonomous underwater gliders, a groundbreaking shift in maritime security emerges, promising to revolutionize
Mark Cuban Urges Young Entrepreneurs To Learn Artificial Intelligence – The Foundation Of The Future
NEW YORK - If billionaire investor Mark Cuban were starting his career today, he knows exactly where he would be putting
Science Tech
Interstellar Object Photos Show Massive Cylindrical Glowing Object Approaching Earth
LONDON - New extraordinary images of the interstellar object flying through our solar system have been released, sparking fresh theories about its origins. Although most scientists have concluded that the mysterious object is a comet, NASA's
House-Sized Asteroid Rocketing Towards Earth Today Pass Closer Than Moon
WASHINGTON DC - A house-sized asteroid is rocketing towards us at 36,126 miles an hour. Scientists have given it the catchy name “2025 TC” and have noted that it’ll pass within 53,400 miles of the
Comet 3I/ATLAS Heading Towards Earth Probably Isn’t Alone
ANN ARBOR - Astronomers say one of the rarest comets ever observed, the mysterious 3I/ATLAS, likely isn’t alone, and that more mysterious interstellar visitors to our solar system could soon be on the way. Such discoveries are
24 Million Obamacare Users To See 75 Percent Rate Increase Due To Republican Legislation
NEW YORK - Obamacare premiums are poised to jump next year, driven by expiring federal subsidies and the highest proposed rate hikes since 2018, setting up a pocketbook shock for millions of marketplace enrollees, unless
COVID Vaccine Available To Michiganders Ages 16 With Medical Conditions March 22
LANSING - To continue progress toward state’s goal of vaccinating 70% of Michiganders over age 16 and bringing a quicker end to the COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Department of Health
COVID 19 Update With Fred Brown: Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
ANN ARBOR - Epidemiologist Fred Brown provides analysis of the latest COVID-19 vaccine approved by the Food & Drug Administration - developed by Johnson & Johnson. The big difference from the earlier two, from Pfizer
Priority Health Extends Zero-Deductible Policy For COVID-19 Treatment
GRAND RAPIDS—Officials at Priority Health announced that the health insurer will continue to waive all copays, deductibles and coinsurance for medically necessary treatment of COVID-19 through Sept. 30, 2021. This means that all of the
Kalamazoo Airport Partners With OptiMed To Test Passengers For COVID-19
KALAMAZOO. - Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport has partnered with locally based OptiMed Health Partners to provide COVID-19 testing for arriving and departing passengers as well as members of the local community. The OptiMed COVID testing
Pfizer To Build Cancer R&D Center In California, Rather Than Kalamazoo
SAN DIEGO, CA — Pfizer has announced it will soon expand its footprint into a 230,000 square-foot life science campus in San Diego to conduct cancer research. Pfizer Oncology announced last week it has signed
Another Reason To Take Viagra: May Help Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
CLEVELAND, Ohio - A new study provides more evidence that sildenafil (Viagra) which is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) may help protect against Alzheimer's disease (AD). The large real-world analysis of patient data from two databases showed a
Breakthrough Therapy Obliterates Deadly Brain Tumor in Days
BOSTON - Brain scans of a 72-year-old man diagnosed with a highly aggressive form of cancer known as a glioblastoma have revealed a remarkable regression in his tumor's size within days of receiving an infusion of an innovative
Scientists Find ‘Switch’ That Stops Immune System Attacking Healthy Cells
NEW YORK. - Our immune system is talented at telling the difference between the chemistry of our own body and that of an invading pathogen. When it malfunctions, our body can become host to an
Pfizer To Build Cancer R&D Center In California, Rather Than Kalamazoo
SAN DIEGO, CA — Pfizer has announced it will soon expand its footprint into a 230,000 square-foot life science campus in San Diego to conduct cancer research. Pfizer Oncology announced last week it has signed
Another Reason To Take Viagra: May Help Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
CLEVELAND, Ohio - A new study provides more evidence that sildenafil (Viagra) which is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) may help protect against Alzheimer's disease (AD). The large real-world analysis of patient data from two databases showed a
Breakthrough Therapy Obliterates Deadly Brain Tumor in Days
BOSTON - Brain scans of a 72-year-old man diagnosed with a highly aggressive form of cancer known as a glioblastoma have revealed a remarkable regression in his tumor's size within days of receiving an infusion of an innovative
Scientists Find ‘Switch’ That Stops Immune System Attacking Healthy Cells
NEW YORK. - Our immune system is talented at telling the difference between the chemistry of our own body and that of an invading pathogen. When it malfunctions, our body can become host to an
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Michigan Launches Statewide Challenges To Accelerate Advanced Air Mobility Integration Across Government Agencies
LANSING – The Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) announced the launch of
$2 Million Paid To 2025 Make It in Michigan Mobility Prototyping Grant Winners
LANSING – The State of Michigan announced the awardees of the “Make It in Michigan”
Cadillac Concept Car ‘Back To The Future’
DETROIT - Cadillac has just unwrapped its Elevated Velocity concept, a futuristic electric crossover with gullwing
Hyundai Will Be First Hybrid Without Gasoline
KOREA - Hyundai will soon be adding a new vehicle to its lineup, and it’s
UM Shares Driverless Shuttle Experience In New Case Study
ANN ARBOR — As global interest in driverless vehicle services grows, the University of Michigan
Trillium Secure Uses Machine Learning To Protect Connected Vehicles From Hackers
ROYAL OAK - Trillium Secure recently formed a partnership with the University of Michigan MCity,
Digital and Mobile
FBI Seizes Websites North Koreans Used To Impersonate American Companies
WASHINGTON DC - The FBI has seized multiple websites that North Korean operatives used to impersonate
US Arrests Russian Hacker in Global Ransomware Gang
WASHINGTON DC – US Arrests Russian Hacker in Global Ransomware Gang. Recently, a Russian man,
Russians Use “Nearest Neighbor Attack” To Spy On US, Other Adversaries
SAN FRANCISCO - For determined hackers, sitting in a car outside a target's building and
Latest Business Cyber Hacks With Richard Stiennon
BIRMINGHAM - Cybersecurity expert Richard Stiennon joins MITechTV to update all the cybersecurity threats, and
Report: By 2030 185 Million EVs On Road, 170 Million EV Charge Stations Deployed
DETROIT - By 2030, Guidehouse Insights expects more than 185 million Electric Vehicles will be
In 2021: Mobile Users Spend More Than $350 Million Daily On Games And Apps
DETROIT - Consumers continue to spend more on various mobile apps and games as the
Congress Aims To Revamp Consumer Incentives For Plug-In Electric Vehicles
ANN ARBOR - Congress recently unveiled a draft proposal to expand refundable tax credits up
Survey: 69 Percent of Remote Employees Have Another Full Or Part-Time Job
SAN FRANCISCO – A new survey shows 69 percent of remote employees have another full
Cybersecurity Hacks Everywhere – Richard Stiennon Provides Details On MITech TV
BIRMINGHAM - Richard Stiennon, the author of the Cybersecurity Yearbook series, joins MITech TV to
Generative AI: From Boosting Productivity To Bulletproof Security
SOUTHFIELD - Are you using Gen AI at your business? Do you have policies and
2024 Michigan Cyber Summit, High School Cyber Summit Oct. 16 and 17
LANSING - The 2024 Michigan Cyber Summit will be held Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the
100 Million Americans Just Had Background Check Data Hacked
NEW YORK - Having to get a background check done is bad enough as it is
Meet The Woman Who Will Bring Back Net Neutrality
WASHINGTON DC - Long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of children to attend school
SyBridge Renames Subsidiaries And Launches ‘IoT Cloud’
SOUTHFIELD—SyBridge Technologies, an aggregator of toolmaking and moldmaking companies, announced today the renaming of its
123NET Surpasses 2,500 Lit Building Milestone
SOUTHFIELD – 123NET said it has completed high-speed fiber connections to 2,500 commercial buildings in
Chicago PE Company Acquires 3 Grand Rapids Manufacturers Amid Industry 4.0 Push
GRAND RAPIDS — Chicago-based private equity firm CORE Industrial Partners LLC has acquired three Grand Rapids businesses
What Type Of SSL Certificate Does Your Website Need?
BIRMINGHAM - Global cyber crime costs could reach $2 trillion by 2019. That’s up 3X from 2015 (which was only a paltry $500 billion by comparison). Then President Obama even urged citizens to use safeguards like two-factor authentication. Google
5 Compelling Reasons To Use Twitter Ads
BOCA RATON, FL - It’s true – Twitter has its problems, but in certain cases and contexts, it truly is the best ad platform you’ll find – though ultimately it will depend on what you
SmartFinds CEO Explains The 4 A’s Of Digital Marketing Kicking Off Social Media Marketing Monthly Updates
ROYAL OAK - What are the 4 A’s of Digital Marketing? Melih Oztalay CEO of SmartFinds Marketing in Birmingham explains why all Internet marketers needs to understand these terms in our new Social Media segment
Some Key Social Media Platform Changes You Need To Know About
LANSING - Michael Rogers, communications officer for the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), talks with SBAM Leadership Council member Kate Snyder, owner of Piper & Gold Public Relations in Lansing, about some key changes
New CIA Director Pompeo Wants To Track Info From Social Media Accounts
WASHINGTON DC - Rep. Mike Pompeo will lead the Central Intelligence Agency, after the US Senate confirmed his nomination Monday evening in a vote of 66 to 32. Pompeo, a graduate of West Point and
Business and Finance
Why Safeguarding Employees Also Safeguards Companies
Organizations often focus on profits, efficiency, and growth. While these priorities are vital, the well-being
Cloud Mining Guide 2025: FY Energy – Safe Way to Earn Daily Bitcoin & Passive Income
Mining bitcoin in 2025 has turned into a fight over severely rising costs, very narrow
Small Business Confidence Stays High, But Rising Costs Challenge Growth
Washington, D.C. — Small business confidence continued to climb in the third quarter, according to
Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards Close Oct. 8
LANSNG - Time is running out! Nominations for the 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB)
Up To 6,000 Attendees Expected At Ohio Cannabis Health & Business Summit
CLEVELAND - As Ohio’s cannabis industry continues to mature more than one year after recreational
Can You Legally Smoke Pot In Public In Ohio?
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Marijuana became legal to use recreationally in Ohio in December 2023, a month
Ohio Valley Cannabis Cup Combines Good Music And Good Weed
CADIZ, Ohio - Looking for some good music and good weed this weekend? Check out
SIM Mining Cloud Offers New Opportunities For XRP And BTC Investors – New Users Receive $100 In Free Cloud Computing Power And Can Earn Up To $7,999 Per Day
As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve in 2025, XRP and BTC remain two of
What Executive Level Jobs Are Available This Fall?
ANN ARBOR - Gary Erickson, managing partner of Executive Search Partners, returns to MITech TV
Apply To Showcase Your Business On How It Prospered During Pandemic And Win Cash Prize
STERLING HEIGHTS - Join Velocity on October 17th from 6-9 PM for the 3X3 Pitch
Start Studio MVP Summer 2024 Demo Day
DETROIT - Are you ready to witness the culmination of innovation and hard work? Join
Innovator Advisor Community Breakfast & Learn Event Aug. 22 Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR - You are invited to the Innovator Advisor Community Breakfast & Learn Event
Ohio Now Allows Cannabis Pre-Rolls To Be Sold At Dispensaries
AKRON, Ohio - More than a year into adult-use marijuana sales in Ohio, consumers now
Michigan July Cannabis Sales Up From June
LANSING - July Michigan Legal cannabis sales increased by more than 4 percent from June,
When You Include Medical Marijuana, Ohio Posts $1 Billion In Legal Cannabis Sales Since August 2024
COLUMBUS - Ohio cannabis enthusiasts have smoked up slightly more than $1 billion in licensed
Trump Says Cannabis Rescheduling Decision Could Come In Weeks
WASHINGTON DC - President Donald Trump affirmed at a news conference Monday that his administration is “looking” at






























































































