MI Tech TV
COVID-19 Update: How To Find C-Level Job, How Pandemic Changed Real Estate, How To Test Employees
ANN ARBOR - On MITech TV June 1, at 2 pm Gary Erickson from Executive Search Partners will talk about how C-level tech executives can find new jobs during the pandemic. At 2:15 - Kelly
MITech TV: Healthcare Innovation, AI For Vaccine Development, Sanitation Pods, Reopening America
ANN ARBOR - On MITech TV May 18, Nathan Keiretsu, from Keiretsu Capital, describes the innovations in healthcare his company is funding. Andrew Satz, co-founder and CEO, talks about using Artificial Intelligence to speed vaccine
MITechTV: Branding And Film Making During Pandemic, U-M Tech Transfer, COVID-19 Risk Prediction App
ANN ARBOR - On MITech TV today, Publicist Karrin Black talks about keeping your brand top-of-mind during the pandemic. Film writer Jeff Gross will discuss the changing landscape of film during our COVID-19 times. U-M
Breaking News
Congress To Receive Mysterious Classified Briefing Soon About UFOs
WASHINGTON DC - The House Oversight Committee is going to get a briefing on unidentified
Michigan’s Minimum Wage Increased On January 1 To $10.33 Per Hour
LANSING - On January 1, 2024, Michigan's minimum wage rate increased from $10.10 to $10.33
Electric Versus Gasoline Vehicles: Is EV Ownership Competitive In Your Area?
ANN ARBOR—Is it actually cheaper to own an electric vehicle instead of a gas vehicle?
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
Big Employers Contend State, Federal Economies To Stabilize In Next Six Months
DETROIT—In a reversal of second quarter trends, the leaders of Michigan’s largest employers anticipate the state and federal
Comerica Economic Index Up In August, But Down For 2020
DETROIT - Comerica Bank’s Michigan Economic Activity Index increased in August to a level of
Cannabis Caucus of Michigan’s Democratic Party Releases List of Candidate Endorsements
LANSING - Pro-cannabis candidates for election have been identified and endorsed by the Michigan Democratic
Bob Moore Financing Can Help Hemp, Cannabis Companies Grow
ANN ARBOR - Third generation financier Bob Moore can provide a variety of financing options
Nominations Open for Sustainable Business of the Year
GRAND RAPIDS - West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum will again honor local organizations and professionals
Upper Peninsula Energy Agreement Reached For Long-Term Electricity Supply
LANSING - An agreement has been reached between Cliffs Natural Resources and WEC Energy Group
Panel: Governments Must Step Up Investment In Water, Sewer Infrastructure
CHICAGO - Governments at all levels must step up their investment in water and sewer
Michigan Tech Researchers Battle Aquatic Invaders
HOUGHTON - Researchers from Michigan Technological University have received grants to tackle Eurasian Watermilfoil and
Featured News
LTU Dedicates One-Of-A-Kind Factory Automation Lab To Speed Industry 4.0
SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University cut the ribbon Wednesday on a new robotics and factory automation laboratory that the companies that helped create
Pawl Steps Down As Chief Mobility Officer, Managing Director Named Interim
LANSING – On Friday the Whitmer Administration announced Kathryn Snorrason has been named Interim Chief Mobility Officer and head of the
Michigan NORML’s Rick Thompson With Cannabis News Jan 25 Edition
ANN ARBOR - Michigan NORML Executive Director Rick Thompson gives you the top cannabis news from Michigan and beyond in this
Michigan
LTU Grant, Joe Louis Demolition Among Projects OK’d By Michigan Strategic Fund
LANSING — A $100,000 grant for a manufacturing business incubator at Lawrence Technological University and a $10
New STEM Building At Michigan Tech Takes Step Forward
HOUGHTON — Michigan Technological University officials announced Friday that the state Legislature has granted planning
Former Lt. Gov. Calley Named President Of Small Business Association Of Michigan
LANSING - Former Michigan Lt. Governor Brian Calley has been named president of the Small
Timely Year-End Tax Actions
LANSING - The alteration in the standard deduction and how taxpayers have been accustomed to
LTU Grant, Joe Louis Demolition Among Projects OK’d By Michigan Strategic Fund
LANSING — A $100,000 grant for a manufacturing business incubator at Lawrence Technological University and a $10
New STEM Building At Michigan Tech Takes Step Forward
HOUGHTON — Michigan Technological University officials announced Friday that the state Legislature has granted planning
Former Lt. Gov. Calley Named President Of Small Business Association Of Michigan
LANSING - Former Michigan Lt. Governor Brian Calley has been named president of the Small
Timely Year-End Tax Actions
LANSING - The alteration in the standard deduction and how taxpayers have been accustomed to
Straight Out Of Sci-Fi – Space Force Rushes to Complete First Orbital Carrier
WASHINGTON DC - As tensions escalate in the realm of space exploration, the U.S. Space
Research Study: Ohio School Principals Contend Pot Contributing To Decline In Students’ Health
Researchers at Ohio State University’s Drug Enforcement and Policy Center surveyed Ohio’s K-12 principals last August
The Mitten State Hustle: Essential Tips for Side Businesses and Solopreneurs
Source: https://unsplash.com/photos/cars-parked-on-side-of-the-road-near-buildings-during-daytime-flC-jZUNWaQ Michigan’s entrepreneurial scene has grown significantly, providing opportunities for side businesses and solopreneurs
XRP Breaks Through Strongly, Siton Mining Attracts Global Investors To Join The Trend
HOUSTON, Texas - The U.S. House of Representatives passed Trump's GENIUS Act, signaling a quiet
Advanced Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
Grant Lets GVSU Nursing Students Provide Seniors With Onsite Care
GRAND RAPIDS - Through a $493,690 grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, teams of Grand Valley State University faculty members and students will provide onsite care to older adults and senior citizens who are
Michigan Science Center Lands Sun, Earth, Universe – NASA, NISE Production
DETROIT - A new exhibition has landed at the Michigan Science Center Sun, Earth, Universe, a collaboration between NASA and the National Informal STEM Education Network (NISE Net), is designed to engage audiences in the
Michigan Science Center Offers Free Admission Days This Winter
DETROIT - The Michigan Science Center is ready to inspire curious minds of all ages with free general admission days this winter. General admission includes access to more than 250 amazing hands-on exhibits, live stage
MUVE Offers Ride Sharing App For Disabled, Elderly Passengers
ROYAL OAK - MUVE Co-Founder Anthony Shannon talks about his ride sharing application, fully focused on providing specialized and wheelchair accessible transportation for the disabled and elderly. To learn more, click on https://soundcloud.com/mike-brennan-841872555/episode-147-muve-ride-sharing-application-for-wheelchair-accessible-transportation
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
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
EPA Raising Vehicle Mileage Standards To Fight Climate Change
WASHINGTON DC - The Environmental Protection Agency on Monday announced its final rule for greenhouse gasses
Motor Bella Taking Applications To Aug 16 For Mobility Startups
ANN ARBOR - Kathryn Snorrason, managing director for Office of Future Mobility and Electrification at
Troy EV Maker Electric Last Mile Solutions Inks Deal With Chinese Cargo Van Maker
TROY—Officials at electric vehicle maker Electric Last Mile Solutions Inc. announced that the company has
Digital and Mobile
Top 10 Finalists Named For NextChallenge: Smart Cities
DETROIT – The envelopes have been opened and the top 10 finalist for the second
Construction Begun On WMU’s Grand Rapids Manufacturing Lab
GRAND RAPIDS - Construction has begun at Western Michigan University’s Grand Rapids regional location for
Lightweight Vehicle Frame Popularity Leads To Funding For Low-Volume Production
PLYMOUTH - An innovative lightweight car frame was rolled out at the SEMA show a
IgniteCast Provides Cutting Edge Video Training, Harvest Company Knowledge
ROYAL OAK - Motor City Connect Founder Terry Bean talks to his new business partner,
Sept. 15 Cyber Awareness Luncheon Focus On Hot Issues In Cyber
KALAMAZOO ? The next Michigan Cyber Awareness Luncheon on Sept. 15 will focus on Hot
Same Malware Used To Hack Target Compromised Home Depot
SAN FRANCISCO - The same malware that hacked the accounts of Target customers late last
Data-Leakage Problems Found In Instagram, Vine, Nimbuzz, OoVoo, Voxer
SAN FRANCISCO - By sniffing out the details of network communications, University of New Haven
Home Depot Probes Possible Customer Data Theft
ATLANTA - Home Depot said Tuesday it is investigating "unusual activity" related to customer data
Business and Finance
Inductive Intelligence To Represent Michigan AT SBDC Client Showcase In DC
GRAND RAPIDS – Inductive Intelligence, nominated by the Michigan Small Business Development Center, has been
Michigan Angel Fund Portfolio Includes 4 Women-Founded Technology Companies
ANN ARBOR - The Michigan Angel Fund has invested in four women-founded technology companies -
Huron Capital Adds Smart Building Company To Portfolio
DETROIT – Huron Capital announced its building automation and energy services platform, Albireo Energy, has
Norton-Schock MCWT New President, Diva Tech Talk New Podcasts
ROYAL OAK - Kathleen Norton-Schock joins Matt and Mike on M2 (Squared) TechCast again to
Internet Advisor: MI-SBDC’s Cochrane Talks Tech Initiatives On West Side Of State
DETROIT - Sandra Cochrane is a full-time Technology Business Consultant for the MI-SBDC. In this
Internet Advisor: Automation Alley’s Tom Kelly Provides First Quarter Highlights
DETROIT - Tom Kelly is the COO and director of entrepreneurship for Automation Alley, Michigan’s leading technology
Deadline Extended To May 6 For DTX Launch Detroit
DETROIT - The deadline for DTX Launch Detroit has been moved back to May 6.
U-M Launches $3 Million Monroe-Brown Seed Fund To Commercialize Medical Research
ANN ARBOR - The University of Michigan has launched the $3 Million Monroe-Brown Seed Fund,
