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Get A Chance To Win A Scholarship At LTU’s Robofest World Championships
SOUTHFIELD - Robofest, hosted by Lawrence Technological University in Southfield May 15-17, was a festival of competitions and events with autonomous robots encouraging students to have fun while learning STEAM and Computer Science principles. Students
Artificial Intelligence Playing Role In Executive Job Searches
DETROIT - Artificial Intelligence is becoming a major tool for business, including hiring top level executives, says Gary Erickson, Managing Partner of Executive Search Partners. His company has been placing Chief Information Officers, Chief Information
Artificial Intelligence Making Big Impact On Cybersecurity
ANN ARBOR - Artificial Intelligence is dominating the cybersecurity news as more than 100 cybersecurity companies have sprung up around its capabilities. That's the word from two cybersecurity experts, Richard Stiennon of IT-Harvest and Dan
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
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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak to Headline Tech Week Grand Rapids 2025
GRAND RAPIDS – The Right Place, Inc. is proud to announce that Steve Wozniak, Silicon Valley icon and co-founder of Apple
The Dream Of Alchemy Becomes Real As Lead Is Transformed Into Gold
SWITZERLAND - In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, researchers at CERN have accomplished what alchemists of the Middle Ages could only dream
Analysis: State-Legal Cannabis Sales Top $30 Billion in 2024
DETROIT - Sales of state-licensed cannabis products totaled $30.1 billion in 2024, according to data compiled by Vangst Staffing and Whitney Economics. This total represents
Advanced Technologies
Artificial Intelligence Playing Role In Executive Job Searches
DETROIT - Artificial Intelligence is becoming a major tool for business, including hiring top level executives, says Gary Erickson, Managing Partner
AI Discovers Suspected Trigger of Alzheimer’s, And Maybe a Treatment
NEW YORK - Artificial intelligence is a broad term encompassing many different subtypes, from apps that can write poetry to algorithms that are able to spot
Artificial Intelligence Making Big Impact On Cybersecurity
ANN ARBOR - Artificial Intelligence is dominating the cybersecurity news as more than 100 cybersecurity companies have sprung up around its
AI in Recruitment is on the Rise – Will Job Seekers Adopt?
LANSING - Much is being written and discussed lately about the adoption of AI in the recruitment process. One industry expert
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Artificial Intelligence Making Big Impact On Cybersecurity
ANN ARBOR - Artificial Intelligence is dominating the cybersecurity news as more than 100 cybersecurity companies have sprung up around its
AI in Recruitment is on the Rise – Will Job Seekers Adopt?
LANSING - Much is being written and discussed lately about the adoption of AI in the recruitment process. One industry expert
Woodchuck’s AI Powered Biomass Facility In Grand Rapids Opens
GRAND RAPIDS — Woodchuck, an AI-powered climate tech company focused on transforming wood waste into renewable energy, officially opened its flagship
U-M Survey: Michigan Officials Warry Of AI Or Other Predictive Policing Tools
ANN ARBOR—While law enforcement surveillance technology use has boomed, some Michigan officials are wary of adopting newer AI-driven policing tools, according
Science Tech
Researchers Plant Used Batteries To Harvest Green Energy
VIENNNA, Austria - While the world keeps fighting to see who will be crowned as the leader in green energy, Austria, quietly, has positioned itself as a pioneer in this sector. The reason? They’ve invented a way
Hidden Source Of Clean Energy Could Power Earth For 170,000 Years
NEW YORK - Recent breakthroughs suggest that hydrogen reservoirs are buried in countless regions of the world, including at least 30 U.S. states. Finding such reservoirs could help accelerate a global energy transition, but until now, geologists
AI Discovers Suspected Trigger of Alzheimer’s, And Maybe a Treatment
NEW YORK - Artificial intelligence is a broad term encompassing many different subtypes, from apps that can write poetry to algorithms that are able to spot patterns that would otherwise get missed – and now AI modeling has just played a
$1.5 Trillion White Gold Deposit Found In Oregon
OREGON - McDermitt Caldera in Oregon is attracting attention for what could be one of the largest lithium deposits ever identified in the United States. Many view it as a potential boost for domestic battery
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
Pandemic Continues to Propel Growing Number of Men in Nursing
BINGHAM FARMS – Like all of us, the pandemic brought a time of uncertainty to Noah Briggs, a student in the Practical Nursing Program at Hondros College of Nursing in Bingham Farms. He had already
Where You Live Linked To Dementia Risk And Cognitive Decline
ATHENS, Ga - People living in greener, more walkable neighborhoods may face a lower risk of developing dementia, while those exposed to more air pollution might face a higher risk, according to a large review
Why Patient-Centered Care is the Best Marketing Strategy for NPs
Healthcare has long been structured around efficiency, standardization, and institutional priorities, but in recent years, patient-centered care has emerged as the gold standard. This approach prioritizes individual patient needs, values, and preferences, leading to a
Scientists Unlock the Secret to Supercharged Cancer-Fighting T Cells
PITTSBURGH - Researchers have revolutionized cancer immunotherapy by developing a way to grow T cells in the lab that live longer and fight cancer more effectively. They identified flaws in traditional methods, where sugar-rich growth
Pandemic Continues to Propel Growing Number of Men in Nursing
BINGHAM FARMS – Like all of us, the pandemic brought a time of uncertainty to Noah Briggs, a student in the Practical Nursing Program at Hondros College of Nursing in Bingham Farms. He had already
Where You Live Linked To Dementia Risk And Cognitive Decline
ATHENS, Ga - People living in greener, more walkable neighborhoods may face a lower risk of developing dementia, while those exposed to more air pollution might face a higher risk, according to a large review
Why Patient-Centered Care is the Best Marketing Strategy for NPs
Healthcare has long been structured around efficiency, standardization, and institutional priorities, but in recent years, patient-centered care has emerged as the gold standard. This approach prioritizes individual patient needs, values, and preferences, leading to a
Scientists Unlock the Secret to Supercharged Cancer-Fighting T Cells
PITTSBURGH - Researchers have revolutionized cancer immunotherapy by developing a way to grow T cells in the lab that live longer and fight cancer more effectively. They identified flaws in traditional methods, where sugar-rich growth
Mobility
Mazda Adopting Tesla EV Plug As Worldwide Standard, Even In Japan
DETROIT - The North American Charging Standard plug, also known as NACS, SAE J3400, or
CarMax Report: EV Searches Nearly Doubled In The Past Three Years
DETROIT - According to a report just released by CarMax, the largest used car retailer
Mazda Adopting Tesla EV Plug As Worldwide Standard, Even In Japan
DETROIT - The North American Charging Standard plug, also known as NACS, SAE J3400, or
CarMax Report: EV Searches Nearly Doubled In The Past Three Years
DETROIT - According to a report just released by CarMax, the largest used car retailer
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
19 Million Tons Of White Gold Found In Arkansas
ARKANSAS - After finding a massive $1.5 trillion deposit of lithium inside a supervolcano on the Nevada-Oregon
Analysis: State-Legal Cannabis Sales Top $30 Billion in 2024
DETROIT - Sales of state-licensed cannabis products totaled $30.1 billion in 2024, according to data compiled
Imperial Beverage Acquires Carmela Wine Division
KALAMAZOO – Imperial Beverage Company, a family-owned, statewide beer and wine distributor, purchased Carmela Wine
ITC To Conduct Aerial Patrols of Transmission Lines in Michigan
NOVI – ITC will be conducting aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures and lines
Memorial Day Weekend Murph Fitness Challenge Returns To Washtenaw CC
ANN ARBOR – The public is invited to participate in the fourth annual Murph Challenge
Labor Shortages Continue to Constrain Small Business Job Growth
LANSING - National Federation Of Independent Business’ April jobs report found that 34% (seasonally adjusted)
King City Gardens: Battled Supply Chain Woes, Tight Regulatory Deadlines, Labor Hurdles To Open In Ohio
CINCINNATI - On the surface, King City Gardens may seem like other successful up-and-coming cannabis
MSO TerrAscend Buys Ohio Dispensary, Marking Operations In 6 States
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. has closed on its acquisition of Ohio retailer Ratio Cannabis for
BlueOval City Is The Largest Investment In Ford’s History
DEARBORN - The future Ford BlueOval City site has been under construction in Tennessee for
Electric Vehicle Will Debut In 2027 With 745 Mile Range
TOKYO - Imagine an electric vehicle, powered by a new solid-state battery, that could travel
Solar-Powered Tech Turns Seawater Into Hydrogen Fuel And Drinking Water
ITHICA, NY - A Cornell University-led research team has developed a way to generate green
Mazda Adopting Tesla EV Plug As Worldwide Standard, Even In Japan
DETROIT - The North American Charging Standard plug, also known as NACS, SAE J3400, or
Comcast RISE Program Offers West Michigan Entrepreneurs Cash, Tech
PLYMOUTH - Comcast announced Grand Rapids, Muskegon and surrounding areas will be one of five
Airports Set To Switch To Smart Phones For Boarding Passes And Check-Ins
LONDON - Boarding passes and traditional check-ins are set to be abolished as part of
Grand Valley State University Promotes Jennifer Drake To Provost
ALLENDALE - Jennifer Drake has been named provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
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
King City Gardens: Battled Supply Chain Woes, Tight Regulatory Deadlines, Labor Hurdles To Open In Ohio
CINCINNATI - On the surface, King City Gardens may seem like other successful up-and-coming cannabis
MSO TerrAscend Buys Ohio Dispensary, Marking Operations In 6 States
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. has closed on its acquisition of Ohio retailer Ratio Cannabis for
Michigan April Pot Sales Down From March, Despite 420 Holiday Surge
LANSING - Michigan April cannabis sales declined 2.5 percent, from $276 million in March to
Boxer Shields Promises KO In Detroit Return, Explains Overturned Pot Suspension
DETOIT - Claressa Shields is returning to Detroit with a promise of fireworks. Shields, A
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CarMax Report: EV Searches Nearly Doubled In The Past Three Years
DETROIT - According to a report just released by CarMax, the largest used car retailer
Stellantis Perfects Solid-State Batteries Providing EVs With Longer Range
AUBURN HILLS - In a major leap forward for the future of electric vehicles, Stellantis —
What Tariffs Mean To The Auto Industry
DETROIT - President Trump's Tariffs Are Already Hitting the Auto Industry Hard. Long-time auto journalist
Study: EVs Could Save Money For 80 Percent Of Drivers And Up To $8,000 A Year
LONDON - A new study has revealed that electric vehicles could save money for 80% of drivers, with motorists
CarMax Report: EV Searches Nearly Doubled In The Past Three Years
DETROIT - According to a report just released by CarMax, the largest used car retailer
Stellantis Perfects Solid-State Batteries Providing EVs With Longer Range
AUBURN HILLS - In a major leap forward for the future of electric vehicles, Stellantis —
What Tariffs Mean To The Auto Industry
DETROIT - President Trump's Tariffs Are Already Hitting the Auto Industry Hard. Long-time auto journalist
Study: EVs Could Save Money For 80 Percent Of Drivers And Up To $8,000 A Year
LONDON - A new study has revealed that electric vehicles could save money for 80% of drivers, with motorists
King City Gardens: Battled Supply Chain Woes, Tight Regulatory Deadlines, Labor Hurdles To Open In Ohio
CINCINNATI - On the surface, King City Gardens may seem like other successful up-and-coming cannabis
MSO TerrAscend Buys Ohio Dispensary, Marking Operations In 6 States
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. has closed on its acquisition of Ohio retailer Ratio Cannabis for
Michigan April Pot Sales Down From March, Despite 420 Holiday Surge
LANSING - Michigan April cannabis sales declined 2.5 percent, from $276 million in March to
Boxer Shields Promises KO In Detroit Return, Explains Overturned Pot Suspension
DETOIT - Claressa Shields is returning to Detroit with a promise of fireworks. Shields, A
The Smart Way Engineers Are Finding the Right Roles
Image sourced from Pixabay The job market for engineers has changed a lot. Years ago,
Ohio House Committee Modifies Voter-Approved Pot Law In Senate-Passed Bill
COLUMBUS - An Ohio House committee has adopted a number of major changes to a
Applications Open For Mobility Prototyping Grant Program That Can Provide Up To $100,000
LANSING – The State of Michigan today announced the launch of the next round of
China Develops Breakthrough That Could Replace Common EV Batteries
BEIJING - China-based Contemporary Amperex Technologies, or CATL, is mass-producing sodium-ion batteries, bringing to fruition a
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
Ottawa County Board Supports 123NET Broadband Grant Application
WEST OLIVE — Understanding the pivotal role high-speed internet plays in the lives of its
Michigan Cyber Patriot Program Offers Two Summer Cybersecurity Camps For Students
DEARBORN - In this video interview, Tamara Shoemaker, founder of the Michigan CyberPatriot program, said
Signalgate – Cybersecurity Pros Dan Lohrmann And Richard Stiennon Debate Whether Heads Should Role
ANN ARBOR - Signal is a messaging app that claims to be secure from hackers.
123NET Brings High-Speed Internet To Piquette Flats Project In Detroit
DETROIT - 123NET announced a new partnership with Detroit-based developer, The Platform, to bring fiber
Advanced Manuacturing Expo In Grand Rapids Focused On Industry 4.0
GRAND RAPIDS - Mark your calendars for the 2024 Advanced Manufacturing Expo, which will be
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
Signalgate – Cybersecurity Pros Dan Lohrmann And Richard Stiennon Debate Whether Heads Should Role
ANN ARBOR - Signal is a messaging app that claims to be secure from hackers.
Senscy Provides Fractional Cybersecurity Protection For Small To Medium Businesses
ANN ARBOR - The greatest external threat to organizations today is cybersecurity attacks and Small
Spyware On Thousands Of Android And iPhones Harvesting Personal Information
NEW YORK - Hundreds of thousands of Android users, as well as several thousand iPhone
CyberPatriot Teaches Students How To Become Cybersecurity Pros
DEARBORN - CyberPatriot is a program aimed at grade school students that teaches them the
The Rise of Responsible Gambling Features in the Online Poker Industry
Over the past few years, the online poker industry in the United States has experienced
Lee Township joins 123NET and Allegan County in County-Wide Broadband Project
LEE TOWNSHIP – 123NET and Lee Township in Allegan County have entered into an agreement
NextGenesee To Bring High-Speed Internet Access To Genesee County
GENESSEE COUNTY – NextGenesee, a partnership between Genesee County and Merit Network, is set to
MSU, Merit Network Complete Statewide Broadband Infrastructure Project
EAST LANSING—Merit Network Inc., the Ann Arbor-based nonprofit connectivity provider, and Michigan State University have
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
MPSC Authorizes Consumers Energy To Contract For Washtenaw County Battery Electric Storage Plant
LANSING - The Michigan Public Service Commission today approved an application by Consumers Energy Co. for a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Voyager Energy Storage LLC for a 100-megawatt battery energy storage facility in Washtenaw
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 Europe in Bremen, Germany, where Beijing-based Space Transportation, also known as Lingkong Tianxing Technology, announced
Social Media Guru Terry Bean Offers Thought Leadership Course
DETROIT - Social media guru Terry Bean is offering a ten-part Thought Leadership online course that will start on Jan. 17. He joins MITech TV co-hosts Matt Roush and Mike Brennan to provide details. Thought
Melih Oztalay Gives Retailers Helpful E-Commerce Tips for the Holiday Season
ANN ARBOR - Melih Oztalay, CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, returns to MITech TV to provide valuable e-Commerce tips for companies that want to improve their online sales during the Holiday season. The Economy for the
Relationship Marketing Through Educational Videos – New Program At MITechNews.Com
ANN ARBOR - MITechNews has launched a new video-driven social media program called Relationship Marketing Through Educational Videos. The brainchild of this new program is Michele Hirschfield, founder of WelcomingResults.Com, which has been performing relationship
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
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How To Become More Productive At Work
Pic - CCO License There are a lot of good reasons you might want to
6 Problematic Commercial Issues A Mentor Can Help You Solve
There are so many benefits to working with a mentor, especially in a commercial setting.
Making Sure Your Business Gets The Money It’s Owed
Money is the fuel that keeps your business moving. Without it, you immediately start running
Using Tech As A Way To Protect your Business
Disasters can come in many different forms. If you want your business to stand the
SBAM Entrepreneurship Score Card Shows Michigan Losing Edge In New Business Openings, Employment Tightening
LANSING – Michigan’s entrepreneurial economy is fading in its strength over time, including relative to
Economic Uncertainty Tops Inflation As Top Concern For Michigan Small Businesses
LANSING – Michigan small business owners have serious concerns about the state and national economy, according
Michigan Capital Network Promotes Jenni Li to Principal
GRAND RAPIDS – Michigan Capital Network announced it has expanded its leadership team by promoting Jenni
Survey: Nearly Two-Thirds Of Small Business Owners Sound Alarm On Economy And Chaotic Tariff Policy
WASHINGTON – A new national survey of small business owners reveals widespread concern about the
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
King City Gardens: Battled Supply Chain Woes, Tight Regulatory Deadlines, Labor Hurdles To Open In Ohio
CINCINNATI - On the surface, King City Gardens may seem like other successful up-and-coming cannabis
MSO TerrAscend Buys Ohio Dispensary, Marking Operations In 6 States
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. has closed on its acquisition of Ohio retailer Ratio Cannabis for
Michigan April Pot Sales Down From March, Despite 420 Holiday Surge
LANSING - Michigan April cannabis sales declined 2.5 percent, from $276 million in March to
Boxer Shields Promises KO In Detroit Return, Explains Overturned Pot Suspension
DETOIT - Claressa Shields is returning to Detroit with a promise of fireworks. Shields, A
- ICE Taps Nationwide AI-Driven Camera Network It Doesn't Have A Contract With To Track Immigration Activity Through Local Police Requests: Report
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Toyota plans to make Toyota Industries private, with investments of $1.26 billion from Toyota Fudosan and $7.0 million from Akio Toyoda, to drive prog …
