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Traverse Legal Represents AirBnB Hosts In Battle Over COVID-19 Refunds
ANN ARBOR - Enrico Schaefer from Traverse Legal talks about how his firm is representing AirBNB hosts who are seeking to get refunds from the company for guests that have cancelled reservations dur to the
So What’s Next For The COVID-19 Pandemic?
ANN ARBOR - Our Infectious disease expert Fred Brown attempts to answer that question as states reopen with mixed results. Michigan has been one of the best at controlling spread of the virus, but Gov.
LTU’s Detroit Center For Design + Technology Goes Virtual Due To Pandemic
DETROIT--In this segment of the M2TechCast/MITechNews.tv, Andrea Bogart, manager of Lawrence Technological University's Detroit Center for Design + Technology, talks about how the pandemic prompted the center to take a planned lecture and exhibit series
Breaking News
State Cannabis Regulators Still One Step Behind Questionable THC Lab Data
WASHINGTON DC - Despite widespread acknowledgement from cannabis industry observers that commercial testing laboratories across
2024 Market Outlook: Widening The Lens
NEW YORK - Charlies Schwab expects a turning point in 2024, but investors may have
4 Weak Spots In The Current Market
NEW YORK - Today's uncertain economic climate is putting particular pressure on four market segments.
Electricity Shortages Loom For North America
WASHINGTON DC - Many regions of North America may face electricity shortages starting in 2024
Detroit OKs Recreational Pot Ordinance That Allows For Consumption Lounges
DETROIT - Adult-use cannabis dispensaries are finally coming to Michigan’s biggest city. Detroit City Council
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Social Equity Program Application Now Online
LANSING - The Marijuana Regulatory Agency’s (MRA) social equity team on Wednesday announced it will
2020 Maintenance Innovation Challenge Picks 6 Finalists
DETROIT - The Maintenance Innovation Challenge is an important venue to present innovative technologies in
AirBnB Class Action Lawsuit Update With Attorney Enrico Schaefer
ANN ARBOR - Traverse Legal Principal Enrico Schaefer updates the latest news on the class
Michigan Tech Partners in Department of Energy Research Institute
HOUGHTON - Michigan Technological University is one of 85 partners in a US Department of
Examining Climate Resilience Topic Of Sustainable Business Forum Feb. 13
GRAND RAPIDS - West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum will host a luncheon examining climate resilience
Report: Increased Monitoring Of US Drinking Water Supplies Critical Need
ANN ARBOR - Monitoring of U.S. drinking water supplies for chemical and microbial contaminants should
Michigan Public Service Commission Calls For More Info On Decision to Close Palisades Nuclear Power Plant
LANSING - The surprising announcement some two weeks ago that Consumers Energy would end an
Metal Forming Research Latest To Join Altair Partner Alliance
TROY - Metal Forming Research Corporation has joined the Altair Partner Alliance with its forging
Firefox Adds Protection To Stop Browser Tracking
SAN FRANCISCO - Firefox has a new tool to stop websites from spying on you,
Comcast To Hire Nearly 400 In Michigan, Primarily In Call Centers
PLYMOUTH – If you want to handle questions from Comcast customers, the cable company has
Comcast Business Offers Voice Mobility Product For Small Business
PHILADELPHIA – Comcast Business has launch its Comcast Business Voice Mobility product, a new type
Featured News
Car Companies To Charge Monthly Fees For Heated Seats — EVs Make It Easier
DETROIT - Pricey add-ons could start ruffling EV-buyer feathers — but automakers might struggle to survive without them, a new study
5 ChatGPT Alternatives You Can Try Right Now
NEW YORK - The growing public spotlight on artificial intelligence (AI) has excited prospects for the future of the industry. Indeed,
Study: Less Than 1 Percent Of Land In Lower 48 To Decarbonize US Power Sector
WASHINGTON DC - Critics of wind and solar routinely raise concerns about how much land would be required to decarbonize the
Michigan
Akervall Technologies Named 2019 Michigan SBDC Best Small Business Of Year
SALINE - Akervall Technologies has been selected the 2019 “Michigan SBDC Best Small Business of the
MEDC Offers Financial Assistance To Small Business In Michigan Main Street Communities
LANSING – The Michigan Economic Development Corp. has announced a new pilot program aimed at
Lawrence Tech Relaunches Recovery Starts Here Training Program For Displaced Workers
SOUTHFIELD - During the last recession in 2007-09, Lawrence Technological University launched Recovery Starts Here,
Continental Business Incubator Produces First Spinout – Door Lock Passive Bolt
AUBURN HILLS — Continental Automotive, the Auburn Hills-based U.S. subsidiary of the German auto supplier
Akervall Technologies Named 2019 Michigan SBDC Best Small Business Of Year
SALINE - Akervall Technologies has been selected the 2019 “Michigan SBDC Best Small Business of the
MEDC Offers Financial Assistance To Small Business In Michigan Main Street Communities
LANSING – The Michigan Economic Development Corp. has announced a new pilot program aimed at
Lawrence Tech Relaunches Recovery Starts Here Training Program For Displaced Workers
SOUTHFIELD - During the last recession in 2007-09, Lawrence Technological University launched Recovery Starts Here,
Continental Business Incubator Produces First Spinout – Door Lock Passive Bolt
AUBURN HILLS — Continental Automotive, the Auburn Hills-based U.S. subsidiary of the German auto supplier
Michigan Cyber Summit And Michigan High School Cyber Summit Oct. 22-23
LANSING — The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget announced that registration is now
How to Stay Focused and Avoid Impulsive Bets in the Casino
Casinos are designed to be exciting, but that thrill can quickly lead to reckless decisions
First Year Of Ohio Cannabis Sales Slower Than Expected
COLUMBUS - On the one-year anniversary of recreational marijuana sales in Ohio, some local retailers
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
Advanced Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
LIFT Gets $200,000 From Skillman For STEM education
DETROIT—Lightweight Innovations for Tomorrow, a national manufacturing innovation center operated by the American Lightweight Materials Innovation Institute, announced that it has received a $200,000 grant from The Skillman Foundation. The grant will help Detroit-area youth
Genomenon Partners With Chinese To Sell Mastermind Genomic Search Engine
ANN ARBOR - Genomenon, Inc., and Shanghai Shanyi Biological Technology Co., Ltd have formed a partnership to provide Genomenon’s leading Mastermind Genomic Search Engine to clinical laboratory customers in China. Genomenon’s Mastermind is a genomic
GVSU Begins 2nd Cohort Of Digital Marketing Pro Development Program
GRAND RAPIDS - Grand Valley State University will begin its second cohort of a unique digital marketing professional development program that offers industry-recognized certification in platforms like Google Analytics and HubSpot. The program will begin September
Ophthalmic Startup Gets $5 Million Investment To Complete Phase 2 Clinical Trials
FARMINGTON HILLS—Ocuphire Pharma Inc., a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing therapies to treat patients with a variety of ophthalmic disorders, announced that it has closed on over $5 million of financing. Investors include Jackson-based RBI Opportunities
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
EV Charging Startup Expanding Into Training Green Power Workers
DETROIT—As electric vehicle fever hits the U.S. auto market this year, Veyha, an EV charging
Ford, Google, City of Detroit, State Of Michigan Partner To Build Mobility Center In Cork Town
DETROIT – Michigan Central is launching a public-private partnership with the state of Michigan and
Google Replaces Android Auto With Something Way Better
DETROIT - Google's Android Auto service first launched in 2015 and has radically evolved since then in subsequent updates.
Ford, Walmart To Launch Autonomous Vehicle Delivery Service
DEARBORN—Ford Motor Co., Walmart, and a Pittsburgh, Pa.-based autonomous vehicle company called Argo AI are
Digital and Mobile
Malware Lab Warning: Healthcare Providers Need To Protect Medical Imaging Equipment From Cyber Threats
BEER-SHEVA, Israel – Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Malware Lab researchers are warning medical imaging device manufacturers and
Michigan Individual Income Tax Filing Season Has Begun: Hackers Seek To Steal Your Refund
LANSING - Michigan’s individual income tax filing season officially has begun and an army of
J.D. Power Study: Could Social Media Get Better Response From Wireless Carriers?
COSTA MESA, Calif - Could social media be realizing its true calling as the ultimate customer
Mobile Monday Detroit To Hear CES, NAIAS Recaps From Michiganders Who Attended
DETROIT – As is always the case, January is a busy month in terms of
Older Version Android Smartphones, Tablets Have Google Security Flaw
SAN FRANCISCO - People with Android smartphones and tablets running older versions of the mobile
Ransomware Becomes Multi-Million Dollar Business For Criminal Gangs
NEW YORK - Tapping a link on your smartphone to watch a new music video
Cybersecurity Reforms Now Top Priority For Obama Administration
WASHINGTON DC - Cybersecurity reforms are now a top priority of President Barack Obama. Whether
Online Tech Hosting Free Diaster Recovery Workshops In Indy, Detroit
DETROIT - Online Tech is hosting free Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery workshops in Indianapolis
Business and Finance
Panel Discussion: The New Business Of Cannabis, Hemp, CBD In Michigan
DETROIT - The legalization of recreational marijuana by Michigan voters last November created a huge
IoT Tech Connect Panel: How To Pitch An Angel Investor
ROYAL OAK - If you are an entrepreneur, how do you pitch an Angel Investor?
IoT Tech Connect Panel: Getting Better Connected – Social Media Business Promotion Secrets Revealed
ROYAL OAK - Motor City Connect Founder Terry Bean will moderate a panel discussion during
Benzinga, Skyhook In New Deal For Location Data
DETROIT—The Detroit-based financial information services provider Benzinga announced a collaboration with Skyhook, a consumer location
SBAM Recognizes Leaders, Volunteers At Annual Meeting
LANSING - Senate Majority Leader Arlan Meekhof was recognized on June 23 at the Small
5X5 Night Comes To Holland To Offer Entrepreneurs $5000 In Seed Capital
HOLLAND - A popular pitch competition pioneered by Rick DeVos, the founder of Grand Rapids
Dick Beedon: Heart Of An Entrepreneur Tells His Story Of Overcoming Near Death Experience
ANN ARBOR - University of Michigan graduate Dick Beedon is a true entrepreneur. He has
Labor Department Announces Update To Overtime Rule For Salaried Employees
GRAND RAPIDS - For the first time in 12 years, the U.S. Department of Labor
