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Michigan Cyber Patriot Seeks Donations To Fund Awards And Summer Camps
DEARBORN - The Michigan Cyber Patriot program teaches grade school students and senior citizens how to surf the Internet safely. Joining MITech TV is Founder Tamara Shoemaker who updates what's happening with the competition, summer
Executive Search Partners C-Level Job Openings Update
ANN ARBOR - Executive Search Partners specializes in placing Chief Information Officers and Chief Information Security Officers at companies throughout the United States. Managing Partner Gary Erickson joins MITech TV to update the C-Level employment
Michigan Partners With Electreon On Wireless Charging For UPS Electric Trucks
LANSING - Officials with Michigan state government have announced a new partnership with Israel-based Electreon, a provider of wireless EV charging, and the Los Angeles-based commercial electric vehicle manufacturer Xos, Inc. to operate wireless charging
Industry 4.0 Featured News
General Motors Embraces Industry 4.0 Technologies To Improve Efficiencies, Cut Costs
DETROIT - Smart manufacturing and the rise of Industry 4.0 technology, which involves the integration of digital tech, automation, and data
Featured News
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline In November, Top $276 Million
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency finally released cannabis sales figures for November and they were higher than experts had predicted.
2024 Cyber Review: Trump Re-Election Eclipses AI and Ransomware Stories
2024 was a year with growing ransomware attacks, accelerating use of artificial intelligence (for good and evil), more deepfakes in online
2 Grand Rapids-Based VC Funds Create Affiliation Agreement For Entrepreneurs Of Color
GRAND RAPIDS – New Community Transformation Fund and Michigan Capital Network, two Grand Rapids based venture capital investment organizations, announced a
Advanced Technologies
LIFT Advanced Metallic Production And Processing Center Coming To Detroit In 2025
DETROIT – LIFT, the Department of Defense-supported national advanced materials manufacturing innovation institute, operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation
Syncurrent First AI Startup To Get Funding From USDA Rural Development
MARQUETTE - Syncurrent, a Marquette-based technological startup, is the first artificial intelligence startup to secure grant funding from the United States
Non-Flammable Battery Offers 10X Higher Energy Density, Can Replace Lithium Cells
BOSTON - Innovations in batteries are advancing the development of electronic devices, robotics, electric vehicles, and modern machines. However, making batteries
AI Expert: “We Will Need A Handful Of Breakthroughs Before We Reach Artificial General intelligence’
NEW YORK - “I think we are at an important moment for science and artificial intelligence (AI). In the last two
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Deep Mind CEO: We Need Handful Of Breakthroughs Before We Reach Artificial General Intelligence
SAN FRANCISCO - “I think we are at an important moment for science and artificial intelligence (AI). In the last two
China Unveils New ‘Flying Monkey’ Spaceplane In Big To Dominate Space Exploration
BREMAN, Germany - China’s push to dominate the next frontier in space exploration took center stage at the Space Tech Expo
Unlocking Business Potential with AI: Melih Oztalay presents Practical AI Tools for Businesses
Discover How AI-Powered Tools are Revolutionizing Marketing, Customer Engagement, and Data Insights for Businesses presented by Melih Oztalay, CEO SmartFinds Marketing
Generative AI: From Boosting Productivity To Bulletproof Security
SOUTHFIELD - Are you using Gen AI at your business? Do you have policies and practices in place to mitigate the
Science Tech
PhotoniCare Announces A First Close Of $4.6 Million In Series B Financing
GRAND RAPIDS – PhotoniCare Inc., has secured $4.6 million in Series B financing, formed a manufacturing partnership with Gentex Corporation for its first-in-class, FDA-cleared OtoSigh Middle Ear Scope. PhotoniCare also finalized the relocation of its
Transatlantic Tunnel Would Link UK With America In 54 Minutes
DUBLIN - Futuristic infrastructure projects could obliterate global distance barriers, making far-off regions just a short trip away. One idea that refuses to go away is a proposed tunnel between Britain and the United States, a colossal undertaking estimated
Valeo, MAHLE Team Up To Build An EV Motor Free Of Rare-Earth Magnets
A major achievement for electric vehicle technology is that two leading automotive suppliers, Valeo and MAHLE, have partnered to build a novel EV motor that is free of magnets. The collaboration is based on the
Healthcare Providers Can Purchase GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs From ELP At A Substantial Discount Compared To The Competition – Guaranteed
ANN ARBOR - Eleusis Partners, LLC (ELP) has announced their company has contracted with a well-established U.S compounding pharmacy to offer Wellness Centers, Weight Loss Clinics, Dr’s offices and Healthcare Institutions the GLP-1 injectable drugs
UM Requires Proof Of COVID Vaccination, Or Negative Test, To Enter, Including Athletic Events
ANN ARBOR – If you’re planning to visit, work or attend an indoor athletic event at the University of Michigan campus, you have to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative-test results – or you
State of Michigan Releases New COVID Quarantine Guidance
LANSING - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) updated its quarantine guidance for the general public to reflect the recent recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If You Test Positive for COVID-19 (Isolate) Everyone, regardless of vaccination status.
Omicron COVID Mutation Headed To USA – How Will It Impact the Nation’s Health?
ANN ARBOR - Epidemiologist Fred Brown returns to MITech TV to analyze the new COVID Variant that is sweeping South Africa. It's been dubbed Omicron. Brown says he suspects it already has arrived in the
Epidemiologist Fred Brown: If You Can’t Get Vaccinated By Thanksgiving, Wear A Mask Indoors
ANN ARBOR - Thanksgiving and year-end holidays are upon us. Whether you have had a Moderna, Pfizer or JnJ vaccine to date, please get a full three course dose before you go visiting or you
BioVigil Rolls Out Full Production AccuWash
ANN ARBOR–After a successful pilot program, BioVigil announced it will launch full production of its hand wash system, AccuWash, which observes and records a health provider’s handwashing compliance. AccuWash uses thermal energy and a set
LTU Creates Healthcare Violence Reduction Center
SOUTHFIELD - Studies show more than 50 nurses in hospitals face violence from their patients each day. To address this issue, Lawrence Technological University has just created the Healthcare Violence Reduction Center. LTU has partnered
Miracle Drug Shrinks Cancer Tumors
LONDON - A breakthrough cancer treatment plan could be a "cure" for a death sentence form of the disease. An experimental new treatment being pioneered by Dr Paul Mulholland, a brain cancer specialist at University College
MichBio’s 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit Sept. 23
ANN ARBOR - Don't miss the 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit happening in Ann Arbor on September 23rd. With less than two weeks to go, now is the time to secure your spot at this
BioVigil Rolls Out Full Production AccuWash
ANN ARBOR–After a successful pilot program, BioVigil announced it will launch full production of its hand wash system, AccuWash, which observes and records a health provider’s handwashing compliance. AccuWash uses thermal energy and a set
LTU Creates Healthcare Violence Reduction Center
SOUTHFIELD - Studies show more than 50 nurses in hospitals face violence from their patients each day. To address this issue, Lawrence Technological University has just created the Healthcare Violence Reduction Center. LTU has partnered
Miracle Drug Shrinks Cancer Tumors
LONDON - A breakthrough cancer treatment plan could be a "cure" for a death sentence form of the disease. An experimental new treatment being pioneered by Dr Paul Mulholland, a brain cancer specialist at University College
MichBio’s 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit Sept. 23
ANN ARBOR - Don't miss the 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit happening in Ann Arbor on September 23rd. With less than two weeks to go, now is the time to secure your spot at this
Mobility
Auto Finance Websites, Mobile Apps Get Bad Reviews From Customers: JD Power
TROY—Auto lenders that deliver a strong digital customer experience via their websites and mobile apps
Mcity Unveils Digital Twin, Making Physical AV Testing Available Free In The Virtual World
ANN ARBOR—The first open-source digital twin of the Mcity Test Facility—the University of Michigan's test
Auto Finance Websites, Mobile Apps Get Bad Reviews From Customers: JD Power
TROY—Auto lenders that deliver a strong digital customer experience via their websites and mobile apps
Mcity Unveils Digital Twin, Making Physical AV Testing Available Free In The Virtual World
ANN ARBOR—The first open-source digital twin of the Mcity Test Facility—the University of Michigan's test
GM Unveils Autonomous Electric Flying Car – Cadillac Of Urban Air Mobility
DETROIT - General Motors Co on Tuesday presented a futuristic flying Cadillac - a self-driving
UM Study: Self-Driving Cars May Induce People To Travel More, Negating Green Benefits
ANN ARBOR—The benefits of self-driving cars will likely induce vehicle owners to drive more, and
Breaking News
Michigan Unveils Elective Pay Resources To Help Communities Bring Home Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits
LANSINGv— The Michigan Infrastructure Office’s (MIO) Technical Assistance Center (TAC), in partnership with the Michigan
Ohio Could Ban Cannabis Advertising
COLUMBUS, Ohio -The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a new rule package for the state’s
MISO Board Approves Historic Transmission Plan to Strengthen Grid Reliability
CARMEL, Ind. — The Midcontinent Independent System Operator, an independent, not-for-profit organization that delivers electric power
Ohio Cannabis Control Warning: Children Exposed To Edibles Could Think They Are Candy
COLUMBUS, Ohio - A recent report from the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Cannabis
Detroit Auto Show Announces Lineup of Brands, Track Experiences As Show Returns To January
DETROIT - The Detroit Auto Show announced a powerful roster of 22 brands representing a
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline In November, Top $276 Million
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency finally released cannabis sales figures for November and they
Dispensary Growth To Slow When Ohio Changes Recreational Cannabis Program
CINCINNATI – It’s been about four months since Ohio dispensaries began selling recreational cannabis, but
GVSU Economist Suggests West Michigan Economy On Upswing, Ending 4-Month Slump
GRAND RAPIDS - West Michigan economy trending "back to positive" indicating 2025 will begin with
Carbon Nanotubes Store Triple The Energy Of Lithium Batteries
BALTIMORE - Researchers have discovered that twisted carbon nanotubes can store triple the energy of
American Clean Energy Breaks Records In Third Quarter
WASHINGTON D.C - The American Clean Power Association released its latest Clean Power Quarterly Market
Report: By 2030, Replacing EV Battery Will Cost Less Than Fixing Gas Engine
NEW YORK - Goldman Sachs recently reported that by 2026, battery prices should reach $80/kWh,
Solar Paint Could Make Electric Vehicles Self Charging
BERLIN - Mercedes-Benz says it’s developing a solar paint that would allow electric vehicle owners in places like Los
US Signal Completes Acquisition of OneNeck
GRAND RAPIDS – US Signal Company has successfully completed its acquisition of OneNeck IT Solutions
Dynamic_Carbon_Credits Using Carbon Sequestration
Dynamic Carbon Credits combat climate change through a unique technique called carbon sequestration. Imagine a
Secrets To Success In Ecommerce
DETROIT - Do you have an ecommerce business but struggle to find success? This is
Hydrogen Fuel-Cell eBikes Recharge In Seconds
DETROIT - Forget electric bicycles, the next iteration is hydrogen fuel-cell cycles that can refill
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline In November, Top $276 Million
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency finally released cannabis sales figures for November and they
Dispensary Growth To Slow When Ohio Changes Recreational Cannabis Program
CINCINNATI – It’s been about four months since Ohio dispensaries began selling recreational cannabis, but
Ohio Republicans, Despite Voters Choice To Legalize Cannabis, Seek THC Restrictions, Higher Prices
COLUMBUS - Although voters overwhelmingly chose to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, one of the
Ohio May Put Restrictions On Intoxicating Hemp
COLUMBUS - Three proposed bills are now afloat in the Ohio state legislature that would
Michigan
Jaguar Type O0 “Pink EV” Showcases The British Luxury Vehicle Rebrand
LONDON, UK - Luxury British carmaker Jaguar is in the midst of one of the
Report: By 2030, Replacing EV Battery Will Cost Less Than Fixing Gas Engine
NEW YORK - Goldman Sachs recently reported that by 2026, battery prices should reach $80/kWh,
Applications Open For Federal Student Aid
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced that students
Prepared For Anything: Planning For A Changing Electric Grid
NOVI - In MITech TV’s Nov. 25 episode, Tim Greenen, director of operations engineering at
Jaguar Type O0 “Pink EV” Showcases The British Luxury Vehicle Rebrand
LONDON, UK - Luxury British carmaker Jaguar is in the midst of one of the
Report: By 2030, Replacing EV Battery Will Cost Less Than Fixing Gas Engine
NEW YORK - Goldman Sachs recently reported that by 2026, battery prices should reach $80/kWh,
Applications Open For Federal Student Aid
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced that students
Prepared For Anything: Planning For A Changing Electric Grid
NOVI - In MITech TV’s Nov. 25 episode, Tim Greenen, director of operations engineering at
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline In November, Top $276 Million
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency finally released cannabis sales figures for November and they
Dispensary Growth To Slow When Ohio Changes Recreational Cannabis Program
CINCINNATI – It’s been about four months since Ohio dispensaries began selling recreational cannabis, but
Ohio Republicans, Despite Voters Choice To Legalize Cannabis, Seek THC Restrictions, Higher Prices
COLUMBUS - Although voters overwhelmingly chose to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, one of the
Ohio May Put Restrictions On Intoxicating Hemp
COLUMBUS - Three proposed bills are now afloat in the Ohio state legislature that would
Applications Open For New Cohort At Tech Ecosystem Incubator
ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw Community College will offer a second cohort of its Tech Ecosystem
Onshore Wave Technology Ushers In Clean Energy Future
SAN FRANCISCO - Leading wave energy company Eco Wave Power has officially been given the
Superhot Rock Energy Could Provide Enough Power To Fuel the U.S. Thousands of Times Over
NEW YORK - For decades, geothermal energy has been the shy cousin of the renewable
Michigan Unveils Elective Pay Resources To Help Communities Bring Home Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits
LANSINGv— The Michigan Infrastructure Office’s (MIO) Technical Assistance Center (TAC), in partnership with the Michigan
Ron Fazio, Hemp Synergistics, On iHemp Hour Aug. 12
LANSING - Ron Fazio, Hemp Synergistics, will be featured Aug. 12 at noon on the
Industrial Hemp Association of Michigan Elects New Board Of Directors
LANSING – The Industrial Hemp Association of Michigan, commonly referred to as iHemp, has elected
MDARD Announces Specialty Crop Grant Opportunity – Proposal Due Feb. 25
LANSING—The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced a request for proposals through the
Detroit Could Grow Hemp On Vacant Urban Land
ANN ARBOR - Greg Pawlowski, a Detroit city planner, in this interview said Mayor Duggan
Digital and Mobile
Michigan Cyber Patriot Seeks Donations To Fund Awards And Summer Camps
DEARBORN - The Michigan Cyber Patriot program teaches grade school students and senior citizens how
Executive Search Partners C-Level Job Openings Update
ANN ARBOR - Executive Search Partners specializes in placing Chief Information Officers and Chief Information
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,
May Mobility Rolls Out Detroit Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program
ANN ARBOR–Autonomous vehicle developers May Mobility, announced the launch of the Detroit Automated Driving Systems
LTU’s Centrepolis Accelerator Gets State Mobility Prototyping Grant
SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University’s Centrepolis Accelerator, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Office of Future Mobility
Chinese LiDAR Developer RoboSense Joins MCity To Help Drive Future Of Mobility
ANN ARBOR–Officials at the Chinese LiDAR (lasar radar) developer RoboSense (2498.HK) announced its membership in Mcity, a public-private
LTU Professor, Alumnus Use Digital Fabrication To Cut Cost Of New Home Construction
SOUTHFIELD - A Lawrence Technological University architecture professor Scott Shall and his onetime student Breck
Michigan Cyber Patriot Seeks Donations To Fund Awards And Summer Camps
DEARBORN - The Michigan Cyber Patriot program teaches grade school students and senior citizens how
Executive Search Partners C-Level Job Openings Update
ANN ARBOR - Executive Search Partners specializes in placing Chief Information Officers and Chief Information
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,
Metronet Connects Grand Rapids Residents To Fast Fiber-Optic Network
GRAND RAPIDS–Officials at the Evansville, Ind.-based data service provider Metronet announced that residents and businesses
Ottawa County Partners With 123NET To Install 380 Miles Of Internet Fiber
HOLLAND - Ottawa County has hired 123NET to construct 380 miles of additional fiber to
Peninsula Fiber Network Activates Statewide Next Generation 9-1-1 Updates
MARQUETTE - Peninsula Fiber Network in collaboration with its core system service provider, INdigital, is
123NET Partners With Pistons As Network Service Provider
DETROIT - 123NET announced a partnership with the Detroit Pistons, naming 123NET as the Pistons
Ann Arbor’s Icon Interactive Acquires Australian Digital App Studio
ANN ARBOR - Icon Interactive, a digital marketing agency, has acquired Hydric PTY, a digital
Davenport University First To Earn Michigan Performance Excellence Award
GRAND RAPIDS - Davenport University has been selected as a 2020 Michigan Performance Excellence Award recipient by Michigan
TrialAssure Releases Anonymize DS To Automate Clinical Trail Data
CANTON - TrialAssure – a software company focused on developing clinical trial transparency tools –
OptimizeRx Buying Health Care Software As A Service Company
ROCHESTER–OptimizeRx Corp., which provides digital customer communication services to the pharmaceutical industry, announced plans to
6 Promising Benefits of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
There’s an old saying that it’s an ill wind that blows nobody at least some benefits, and the growing trend of conversion rate optimization (CRO) is an excellent example of this. The focus on
Simple Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) for CEOs and CMOs
Conversions mean different things to different people. Or rather, to different companies. While making a sale might be a conversion for a retail or e-commerce store, if what you need is prospective clients booking
4 Ways to Get Your Website Visitor to Reveal Themselves
In a perfect world, everyone who comes to your website is interested in your product or service and will happily hand over their contact information. In reality, however, it doesn’t always work that way.
How to Boost Your Website UX to Increase Conversions
User experience (UX) is everything in the digital marketing world. Yes, I know you've heard it all before—content is king, SEO is vital, yadda, yadda, so isn't this just another instance of a popular
A Match Made in Heaven – How to Get Website Visitors to Convert
The whole purpose of most company websites is to bring in new customers, increase awareness of your products and services, and establish the company in the industry or marketplace. A successful website is one
6 Essential Web Marketing Metrics a CEO Should Know
President Harry S. Truman frequently used the phrase "the buck stops here," and over the years it has come to apply to leaders in practically every sphere of life. As a CEO, you carry
Business
Ann Arbor SPARK Tech Homecoming Nov. 27 Invites Tech Veterans Home
ANN ARBOR - Jennifer Hayman from Ann Arbor SPARK joins the show to talk about
Unlocking Business Potential with AI: Melih Oztalay presents Practical AI Tools for Businesses
Discover How AI-Powered Tools are Revolutionizing Marketing, Customer Engagement, and Data Insights for Businesses presented
Michigan Celebrates Small Business Nomination Deadline Extended To Nov. 14
LANSING - The deadline to submit nominations for Michigan Celebrates Small Business has been extended
St. Clair County 2025 Small Business Cohort Program Seeks Entrepreneurs
ST. CLAIR COUNTY - Applications are now being accepted from entrepreneurs in Shiawassee, Lapeer, Tuscola,
Ann Arbor SPARK Tech Homecoming Nov. 27 Invites Tech Veterans Home
ANN ARBOR - Jennifer Hayman from Ann Arbor SPARK joins the show to talk about
Michigan Celebrates Small Business Nomination Deadline Extended To Nov. 14
LANSING - The deadline to submit nominations for Michigan Celebrates Small Business has been extended
St. Clair County 2025 Small Business Cohort Program Seeks Entrepreneurs
ST. CLAIR COUNTY - Applications are now being accepted from entrepreneurs in Shiawassee, Lapeer, Tuscola,
Michigan Venture Capital Association Celebrates 17th Entrepreneurial and Investment Successes at 2024 Annual Awards Event
BLOOMFIELD HILLS – The Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA), the trade association for Michigan's venture
Ron Fazio, Hemp Synergistics, On iHemp Hour Aug. 12
LANSING - Ron Fazio, Hemp Synergistics, will be featured Aug. 12 at noon on the
Industrial Hemp Association of Michigan Elects New Board Of Directors
LANSING – The Industrial Hemp Association of Michigan, commonly referred to as iHemp, has elected
MDARD Announces Specialty Crop Grant Opportunity – Proposal Due Feb. 25
LANSING—The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced a request for proposals through the
Detroit Could Grow Hemp On Vacant Urban Land
ANN ARBOR - Greg Pawlowski, a Detroit city planner, in this interview said Mayor Duggan
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline In November, Top $276 Million
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency finally released cannabis sales figures for November and they
Dispensary Growth To Slow When Ohio Changes Recreational Cannabis Program
CINCINNATI – It’s been about four months since Ohio dispensaries began selling recreational cannabis, but
Ohio Republicans, Despite Voters Choice To Legalize Cannabis, Seek THC Restrictions, Higher Prices
COLUMBUS - Although voters overwhelmingly chose to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, one of the
Ohio May Put Restrictions On Intoxicating Hemp
COLUMBUS - Three proposed bills are now afloat in the Ohio state legislature that would
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