MI Tech TV
Hemp And It’s 20,000 Uses Michigan’s Newest Cash Crop
ANN ARBOR - Leadership from the Industrial Hemp Association of Michigan joins MITech TV co-hosts Mike Brennan and Matt Roush explore the legal world of growing hemp, a crop that can be used to make
John E Smith, CEO of Great Lakes Segway, Updates E-Bike Story
ANN ARBOR - Great Lakes Segway CEO John E. Smith joins MITech TV to talk about his new electric bicycles that retail in from about $2,500 to $4,500. The interview is conducted by Kathleen Norton-Schock
Electrifly Detroit Augmented Reality Show Courtesy BrandXR
ANN ARBOR - Electrifly Detroit is an Augmented Reality series that makes a half dozen murals painted around the Motor City jump out in a 3D experience using a smart phone app created by BrandXR.
Breaking News
Economic Forecasters Project Job Growth For Washtenaw County Through 2026
ANN ARBOR - Job growth in Washtenaw County is projected to outpace the state through
Report: Cannabis Industry Employs More Than 440,000 Full-time Workers
DENVER -The state-licensed cannabis industry added over 23,000 new jobs in 2023 and now employs
March Michigan Cannabis Sales Record $289 Million, 16 Percent Higher Than 2023
LANSING - Michigan’s cannabis sales in March soared to a monthly record $289 million, a
Michigan Tribes, Green Groups Ask CourtTo Overturn Line 5 Tunnel Permit
LANSING – Four Tribal Nations filed a brief asking the Michigan Court of Appeals to
Hero Project USA Veterans Helping Veterans Through Cannabis
ANN ARBOR - On MITech TV Nov. 8 , we devoted the show to provide
GVSU Expert: West Michigan Economy Slightly Better But Still Flat
GRAND RAPIDS, — In West Michigan and across the country, supply chain problems have resulted
MITech TV Focus: Hero Project USA Using Cannabis Businesses To Help America’s Veterans
ANN ARBOR - On MITech TV Monday at 2 pm, we devote the show to
Comerica Bank Michigan Economic Index Declines
DETROIT—Comerica Bank’s Michigan Economic Activity Index decreased in August to a level of 106.6 from
Michiganders Accept Climate Change But Say Others More Likely To Suffer
ANN ARBOR - Most Michigan residents say climate change is happening and it will harm
21 Michiganders Selected For First Environmental Justice Advisory Council
DETROIT - Twenty-one Michiganders have been selected to the state’s first Michigan Advisory Council for
What Democratic Presidential Candidates’ Plans Mean For Michigan Environment
ANN ARBOR - Democrats competing in Michigan’s March 10 presidential primary are touting environmental plans
Enbridge Wins Another Round Over Dana Nessel In Michigan Line 5 Tunnel Fight
LANSING — Enbridge Energy Inc. can proceed as planned with construction of an underwater tunnel
Eastern Michigan University Hosts STEM Conference For Middle School Girls Nov. 4
YPSILANTI – For every 100 jobs in information technology, information assurance and cyber security, only
U-M Names Trosvig First IT Vice President, CIO
ANN ARBOR - Kelli Trosvig will become the University of Michigan's first vice president for
U-M Researchers Study Dendrites – Suspected Of Causing Smart Phone Battery Fires – To Create Batteries That Could Store 10 Times More Energy
ANN ARBOR - Dendrites, whiskers of lithium that grow inside batteries and can cause fires
Windstream To Provide Optical Wave Service To ManagedWay Data Centers
TROY - Windstream will provide optical Wave services to ManagedWay, connecting select data centers in
Featured News
Scientists Successfully Transfer Longevity Gene To Extend Life
NEW YORK - The successful transfer of a gene that produces HMW-HA paves the way for improving the health and lifespan
Aggressive Cancer Cells Transformed Into Healthy Cells in Breakthrough
NEW YORK - A particularly aggressive form of childhood cancer that forms in muscle tissue might have a new treatment option on
$250 Million Order Placed For Fast, Flying Cars
PERTH, Australia - An Australian flying car maker has received a $250 million order for its vehicles to be sold in
Michigan
Gale Rolls Out New Version Of Online Learning Tool For Kids Ages 3-6
FARMINGTON HILLS—The online information services provider Gale announced the rollout of enhancements to its interactive
SME Names New Board, Leadership
SOUTHFIELD—SME, the engineering advocacy and education group formerly known as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers,
Future Hiring Projections Post COVID-19
LANSING - We are all aware of how COVID-19 has impacted hiring within our business
Esperion Loss Grows As Company Starts Selling Cholesterol-Fighting Drugs
ANN ARBOR—Esperion Therapeutics Inc. reported a loss of $85.4 million or $3.07 a share in
Gale Rolls Out New Version Of Online Learning Tool For Kids Ages 3-6
FARMINGTON HILLS—The online information services provider Gale announced the rollout of enhancements to its interactive
SME Names New Board, Leadership
SOUTHFIELD—SME, the engineering advocacy and education group formerly known as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers,
Future Hiring Projections Post COVID-19
LANSING - We are all aware of how COVID-19 has impacted hiring within our business
Esperion Loss Grows As Company Starts Selling Cholesterol-Fighting Drugs
ANN ARBOR—Esperion Therapeutics Inc. reported a loss of $85.4 million or $3.07 a share in
Ohio Legislative Snafu Freezes $20 Million Aimed At Cannabis-Friendly Cities
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Recreational marijuana sales have generated $55 million in taxes since sales began
Ultraviolet Windows Provide See‑Through Panels To Power Your House
SPAIN - A future where your home’s windows not only let in light but also
Are Med Spas The Future Of Preventive Dermatology?
Walk into a modern med spa, and you’ll notice it feels more like a boutique
The Reddit Effect: How Social Media Changed Modern Stock Volatility
Remember when stock trading was the exclusive domain of suited analysts poring over financial reports
Advanced Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
Wisconsin Medical Device Company Cuts Deal With Grand Rapids-Based Metal Components
SHEBOYGON, WI – VibeTech Enterprises LLC has cut a deal with Grand Rapids-based Metal Components to make a strength and mobility-improving medical device for seniors. VibeTech is a NASA spin off company that develops and
Future City STEM Judges, City Enthusiasts Sought For Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C.–DiscoverE, the organization behind National Engineers Week, is seeking volunteer judges for its Future City national competition in which middle schoolers design and build a model of a city set more than a century
XLerateHealth Incubator In Flint Seeks Applicants For Its 2021 Startup Cohort
FLINT - XLerateHealth, a healthcare accelerator, is starting to recruit for its 2021 Flint Startup Cohort. Sebastian Alvim from XLerateHealth will be on MITech TV at 2 pm Feb. 15 to discuss. But here are
State Of Michigan Celebrates Female Roles And Opportunities In STEM Careers
LANSING —In an effort to recognize the important contributions and efforts of women in STEM across Michigan and raise awareness about the gender disparities and barriers that persist for women and girls across STEM fields,
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Tesla Building Unique R&D Lab In Southfield
SOUTHFIELD - Tesla is reportedly building a new “unique EV research, testing, repair, and maintenance
Smart Mobility Today: AVs, EVs, Drones, AI, Robots
DETROIT - Previously on Smart Mobility Today, our stories focused on Blockchain, IoT, AI, and
Alibaba Special: $4,500 Flat Electric Truck
BEIJING, China - When it comes to fun and wacky electric vehicles, the undisputed titans
New Battery Gets 621 Miles On A Charge
DETROIT - The third generation of CATL’s cell-to-pack (CTP) technology offers a range of over
Digital and Mobile
Spin Dance Offers IoT Symposium May 6 In Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS - The journey to a successful IoT strategy is not without its challenges,
IoT Tech Connect Track: Technology as a Service
ROYAL OAK - IoT Tech Connect co-Producer Rick Beckers talks about the track his company,
IoT Tech Connect Track: Unity Presents How 3D Technologies Are Shaping Our Future
ROYAL OAK - Greg Melling, Sr. Business Development Manager, Mobility and Defense, Unity Technologies, will
IoT Tech Connect Panel: How To Pitch An Angel Investor
ROYAL OAK - If you are an entrepreneur, how do you pitch an Angel Investor?
Cyber Summit Releases Speaker List – Defense Department Deputy CIO Headlines
DETROIT - The North American International Cyber Summit 2016 released on Friday its list of
Could Hackers Highjack The 2016 Presidential Elections?
WASHINGTON DC - The 400-pound hacker Donald Trump warned about Monday night during the presidential
Diva Tech Talk Episode 35: Visionary Ciaramitaro: Be Strategic About Your Future
TROY - Diva Tech Talk was thrilled to interview the versatile, and experienced Dr. Barbara
Trivalent Group To Host 2016 Michigan Cyber Security Conference With FBI Keynote
GRANDVILLE - Trivalent Group is hosting the 2016 Michigan Cyber Security Conference on Oct. 5
Business and Finance
Midwest Venture Showcase Accepting Applications From Startups Seeking $500K or More. Really.
ANN ARBOR - David Brophy, a University of Michigan business professor, started the Michigan Grown
LTU’s Centrepolis Accelerator Salutes Top Hardware Company Clients
SOUTHFIELD—The Centrepolis Accelerator, the physical-product business accelerator established by Lawrence Technological University and the city
2021 Michigan Growth Capital Symposium Goes Virtual – Partners With InvestMidwest
ANN ARBOR– A staple of private equity finance conferences, the Michigan Growth Capital Symposium goes
Michigan Owners Expecting Better Business Conditions Declined 24 points
LANSING – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 5.5 points in December to 95.9, falling
Bamboo Detroit Keeps Expanding As Demand For Co-Working Space Explodes
ROYAL OAK - Bamboo Detroit, a co-working space in downtown Detroit, has outgrown its space
Esperion Therapeutics Files Initial Public Offering For $150 Million
ANN ARBOR — The cholesterol-fighting drug developer Esperion Therapeutics Tuesday announced an initial public offering
How Emerging Technology – Such As Autonomous Vehicles – Will Impact Banking
ROYAL OAK - How are traditional business lenders anticipating changes in the banking industry to
Early Bird Registration For $1 Million Accelerate Michigan Competition Ends Aug. 4
DETROIT - The early bird deadline to apply for the $1 million Accelerate Michigan business
