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IT Harvest Adds AI To Mine Its Extensive Cybersecurity Company Database
BIRMINGHAM - Cybersecurity pro Richard Stiennon has built an extensive database of more than 4,000 companies around the world that sell cybersecurity products and services. While he's been publishing that data in his annual Security
Purple Engine Coaching Offer 5-Week Course To Ace Your Job Interview
SOUTHFIELD - Michelle Gilbert, a long-time Michigan public relations pro, left her full-time job last year to begin a solo practice aimed at teaching people how to work well in today's business world. She joins
Yellow Flag Partners With LTU To Feature High School Sports
SOUTHFIELD - Yellow Flag Productions started 25 years ago providing coverage of high school sports. Now the independent production company is working closely with Lawrence Technological University to let high school athletes know LTU is
Breaking News
Woodchuck Partners With Barton Malow To Transform Wood Waste Into Clean Energy
GRAND RAPIDS – Woodchuck announced that it has partnered with Barton Malow to divert wood
Panasonic Battery Breakthrough Will Supercharge Tesla Performance
DETROIT - The year 2027 is poised to be a big one for electric vehicles.
Annual TEDx Returns To Detroit And Takes Attendees Inside The Talk
DETROIT - TEDxDetroit is gathering the region’s leading thinkers, designers, entrepreneurs, educators, scientists and artists
Ohio House Lawmakers Drop Social Equity Fund From Pot Tax Distribution, Slash Home Grown Plants
COLUMBUS - Voters who overwhelmingly approved recreational marijuana use in Ohio could soon experience restrictions.
Ohio Expected To Become One Of Two States Driving Cannabis Sales Nationally
COLUMBUS - Ohio’s licensed marijuana market appears to be an outlier among the 24 states
Record Treasure Of $17.4 Billion Found
COLUMBIA - The historic discovery of the San José galleon has officially set a new
Ohio Cannabis Enthusiasts Buy Twice As Much Adult-Legal Pot Than Medical Marijuana
COLUMBUS, Ohio — On average, Ohioans buy twice as much nonmedical marijuana as they do
$7,500 Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Expires Sept. 30
DETROIT - A brand new, out-of-the blue Sept. 30 deadline to buy an EV could be
Hydrogen-Powered Truck Smashed World Record, Only Emits Water
WASHINGTON, DC – Hydrogen-powered trucks are making significant strides in the world of clean transportation.
Study Pushes For 52 Billion Solar Panels On Roads Across The Country
DETROIT - The problems such as climate change, the exhaustion of conventional energy resources, and
Doomsday Map Reveals Major US Cities Set To Vanish Underwater Due To Climate Change
DETROIT - An alarming map has shown several coastal US cities that are predicted to
South Korea Increases Efficiency Of Next-Generation Perovskite Solar Panels
SOUTH KOREA - Researchers from the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology in South
Michigan Esports Teams Qualify For World Championship
MIDLAND — Northwood University will represent the United States in the 2023 Collegiate Rocket League
MMS Partners With I-ACT To Advance Children’s Clinical Trials
CANTON - MMS Holdings, a data-focused contract research organization – announced its partnership with the
Washtenaw Economic Club March 14 Features Economic Outlook Forecast
ANN ARBOR – The 25th season of the Washtenaw Economic Club will kick off March
Stefanini Debuts Transformation Office To Accelerate Digital Innovation
SOUTHFIELD —Stefanini Group has launched a Transformation Office to drive innovation and digital transformation on
NORML Slams Ohio Legislature For Attempting To Change Voter Approved Cannabis Legalization
COLUMBUS - Marijuana advocates called bills to change Ohio’s weed laws “a slap in the
Former Police Officers Hiring Targets Of Cannabis Transport Companies
CLEVELAND, Ohio – If you had to move millions of dollars in cash and controlled
Michigan Republicans Saviors Of State’s Legal Cannabis Industry?
LANSING - Michigan Republicans could become saviors of the state’s $10 billion legal cannabis industry.
Hazel Park’s Flavor Galaxy License Permanently Closed By CRA
HAZEL PARK -The Cannabis Regulatory Agency signed consent order and stipulation documents with Flavor Galaxy,
Featured News
A2Tech360 Shines A Light On Tech In Ann Arbor And Ypsilanti
ANN ARBOR - Ann Arbor SPARK, the smart zone in Ann Arbor, is hosting from Sept. 24 to Oct. 3 its
Inside IT-Harvest: A Faster Path to Cybersecurity Vendor Research
Cybersecurity vendor research has become one of the most crowded, fast-moving challenges in technology today. Thousands of vendors compete for attention,
Survey: Small Business Optimism Improves Again
LANSING – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 0.5 points in August to 100.8, nearly 3 points above the 52-year
Michigan
Yellow Flag Partners With LTU To Feature High School Sports
SOUTHFIELD - Yellow Flag Productions started 25 years ago providing coverage of high school sports.
Study: Two-Thirds Of Consumers Likely To Choose EV As Next Vehicle
DETROIT - A new study by Tata Consultancy Services, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and
Tesla Targets India To Boost Global EV Sales
INDIA – With a new year comes new opportunities, especially in the rapidly growing electric
MAHLE To Sell Plymouth Engineering Services Business
FARMINGTON HILLS - Automotive supplier MAHLE plans to sell its MAHLE Powertrain US engineering services
Yellow Flag Partners With LTU To Feature High School Sports
SOUTHFIELD - Yellow Flag Productions started 25 years ago providing coverage of high school sports.
Study: Two-Thirds Of Consumers Likely To Choose EV As Next Vehicle
DETROIT - A new study by Tata Consultancy Services, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and
Tesla Targets India To Boost Global EV Sales
INDIA – With a new year comes new opportunities, especially in the rapidly growing electric
MAHLE To Sell Plymouth Engineering Services Business
FARMINGTON HILLS - Automotive supplier MAHLE plans to sell its MAHLE Powertrain US engineering services
NORML Slams Ohio Legislature For Attempting To Change Voter Approved Cannabis Legalization
COLUMBUS - Marijuana advocates called bills to change Ohio’s weed laws “a slap in the
Former Police Officers Hiring Targets Of Cannabis Transport Companies
CLEVELAND, Ohio – If you had to move millions of dollars in cash and controlled
Michigan Republicans Saviors Of State’s Legal Cannabis Industry?
LANSING - Michigan Republicans could become saviors of the state’s $10 billion legal cannabis industry.
Hazel Park’s Flavor Galaxy License Permanently Closed By CRA
HAZEL PARK -The Cannabis Regulatory Agency signed consent order and stipulation documents with Flavor Galaxy,
A New Leap in Workplace Efficiency: From Manual to AI PPT
By 2026, AI has evolved from just an assistant to the backbone of workplace productivity.
Important Things to Think About Before Outsourcing
Outsourcing is the process of hiring another individual or company, to handle particular business activities
Michigan Cannabis Sales Slip in 2025 as Market Matures, New Wholesale Tax Reshapes 2026 Outlook
Michigan’s legal cannabis market closed 2025 with a modest decline, marking a clear shift from
Steps Airports Take to Make Passenger and Cargo Flow Smoother
Airports can feel crazy sometimes. Lines everywhere. People rushing. Bags rolling in all directions. But
Advanced Technologies
France Discovers $92 Billion In White Energy Reserves
PARIS - Scientists in France have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform clean energy production. Beneath the soil of Folschviller,
France’s Energy Strategy Could Create Power For A Millenium
PARIS - As one of the world’s nuclear power pioneers, France has long recognized the potential of fast neutron reactors. The country
Pilot Plans for 2,000 Charging Stations
MINNEAPOLIS - Berkshire Hathaway, owner of Pilot Co., announced in its recent earnings report that it plans to develop a nationwide
How Crypto is Changing the Sports Betting Landscape
Photo Credit: Pixels.Com Across the US, sports betting is becoming extremely popular and lucrative as more states move to legalize it.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Report: Artificial Intelligence Could Lead To Human Extinction
WASHINGTON DC - AI may take your job in the somewhat near future — and it may eventually take human life, according to
Microsoft Engineer Sounds Alarm On AI Image-Generator
SEATTLE - A Microsoft engineer is sounding alarms about offensive and harmful imagery he says is too easily made by the
Artificial Intelligence For Business, Part 2 From Melih Oztalay
BIRMINGHAM, MI March 4, 2024 - Melih Oztalay, CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, offers the second part of his series on how
Justice Department Appoints First Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer
WASHINGTON DC - The U.S. Justice Department has appointed its first chief artificial intelligence officer amid rising concerns about the ethics
Science Tech
State Awards $8.7 Million To Support Innovative Approaches To Adult Education Programming
LANSING — To help Michiganders without a high school diploma, the state awarded $8.7 million to educators. With this funding, they will introduce new programs that boost enrollment, improve retention, and support completion in adult
Hydrogen-Powered Car Developed By BMW And Toyota To Hit Road In 2028
DETROIT - The future is and must be sustainable. The major automotive brands know this, but they also know that it cannot rely solely on electricity, or at least not yet, given the problems that
Study: Warp Drive Popularized By Star Trek Could Become Reality Soon
BIRMINGHAM - For decades, movies and television series have sparked curiosity about the future, blending science with fiction in ways that inspire real-world innovation. Among the most intriguing ideas is warp drive—a concept that challenges Einstein’s
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
MSU Joins Coalition To Develop Therapies From COVID-19 Patient Blood Plasma
REDMOND, Wash.—A coalition of medical and research institutions, blood centers, life science companies, technology companies, philanthropic organizations, and COVID-19 survivor groups has come together to support the rapid development of potential new therapies for patients with COVID-19. Working together under the “The Fight Is In
Troy Gets CDC Blessing For COVID-Killing Cleaning Product
TROY—Tygrus LLC announced that tests conducted by a Center for Disease Control and Prevention authorized Bio Safety Level 3 laboratory on its new ingredient, Tydracide, showed that the formulation eliminated the SARS-CoV-2 virus in 1
East Lansing Company Rolls Out Cleaning System For Businesses
EAST LANSING—Republic Healthcare Inc. announced the availability of its MicroBIOstatic cleaning system, which not only kills viruses like COVID-19 and eliminate them from work and high touch surfaces, but also provide protection from microbes for up
GVSU Alumna Launches ‘Headband Aid’ To Bring Relief To Those Wearing Masks For Extended Hours
GRAND RAPIDS — Frontline workers responding to COVID-19, along with many others who are returning to their jobs, are wearing masks all day long. Some are experiencing irritation, especially around their ears. Katarina Samardzija, a
GVSU, Samaritas Partner To Develop Intensive Seniors Immersive Program
GRAND RAPIDS - Grand Valley's College of Health Professions has partnered with Samaritas Senior Living of Grand Rapids to develop an immersive program where students will interact with seniors on a daily basis. This pilot
GVSU Gets $1 Million To Expand Medical Device Institute
GRAND RAPIDS - Grand Valley State University received $1 million in federal appropriations to expand its applied Medical Device Institute (aMDI) and provide new technologies that will better serve the medical innovation industry while expanding
Autocam Medical Recruiting For High-Paying Careers At Montcalm Community College Job Fair
GRAND RAPIDS — Autocam Medical, a global contract manufacturer of precision surgical and medical components and devices, announced Tuesday that they would be recruiting for a number of positions at the Montcalm Community College Job
Genomenon Raises $20 Million Series B Financing To Expand AI-Powered Genomic Data
ANN ARBOR - Genomenon Thursday announced the completion of a $20 million Series B financing round. The funds will expand the company’s commercial operations and the development of its genomic data hub, which serves genetic testing
GVSU, Samaritas Partner To Develop Intensive Seniors Immersive Program
GRAND RAPIDS - Grand Valley's College of Health Professions has partnered with Samaritas Senior Living of Grand Rapids to develop an immersive program where students will interact with seniors on a daily basis. This pilot
GVSU Gets $1 Million To Expand Medical Device Institute
GRAND RAPIDS - Grand Valley State University received $1 million in federal appropriations to expand its applied Medical Device Institute (aMDI) and provide new technologies that will better serve the medical innovation industry while expanding
Autocam Medical Recruiting For High-Paying Careers At Montcalm Community College Job Fair
GRAND RAPIDS — Autocam Medical, a global contract manufacturer of precision surgical and medical components and devices, announced Tuesday that they would be recruiting for a number of positions at the Montcalm Community College Job
Genomenon Raises $20 Million Series B Financing To Expand AI-Powered Genomic Data
ANN ARBOR - Genomenon Thursday announced the completion of a $20 million Series B financing round. The funds will expand the company’s commercial operations and the development of its genomic data hub, which serves genetic testing
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
You’ll Never Guess Which Country Has Achieved 100% Electric Vehicles
EAST AFRICA - The world’s first country to commit to 100% EVs has been unveiled
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
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
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
LTU Students Win Design Industry Awards At MAIN Event 2018
DETROIT – Nine Lawrence Technological University students won industry-sponsored awards and scholarships Sunday night at
Carmera Wins Autonomous Driving Best Of Show At PlanetM Awards
DETROIT – PlanetM and AutoMobili-D Tuesday announced that CARMERA, provider of real-time 3D maps and
Digital and Mobile
Rick Snyder Reflects On SensCy’s First Year As On-Demand Chief Information Officers
ANN ARB OR - As we wrap up another eventful year at SensCy, I wanted
Cybersecurity Trends 2023 And 2024
ANN ARBOR - Ransomware again tops the biggest cyber threats in 2023 and likely will
Censys Announces 2 Product Tiers For Its IT Security Search Tool
ANN ARBOR–Censys, which provides IT security products and services, announced two new product tiers of
Michigan Cyber Patriot Programs Gets Funding, Seeks Mentors
SOUTHFIELD - The Michigan Cyber Patriot program works with grade-school students to teach them how
Mobile Monday Detroit Explores Use Of Connected Tech In Healthcare
DETROIT, MI – Mobile Monday Detroit will explore the use of connected technologies in healthcare
Time Running Out For Free Registration To STEM Career Showcase At TIM Detroit
DETROIT – Time is running out to take advantage of FREE registration to attend the
MTAM Seeks Career Videos From Connected Tech-Related STEM Professionals
DETROIT - As part of the recently launched ‘Michigan STEM Careers Video Showcase’, the Mobile
MTAM Joins Michigan STEM Partnership To Create STEM Career Showcase At TIM Detroit
DETROIT – The Mobile Technology Association of Michigan, the Michigan STEM Partnership and Technology in
A New Supply Chain Attack Hit Close To 100 Victims—And Clues Point To China
SAN FRANCISCO - Researchers on the Threat Hunter Team at Broadcom-owned security firm Symantec revealed
SEC: Public Companies Must Report Cyberattacks Within Four Days
WASHINGTON DC - In a move to prevent public companies from delaying news about cyberattacks,
Gallup Poll: Americans Fear Cyberterrorism More Than Nuclear War
NEW YORK - According to a Gallup poll on world affairs, cyberterrorism is regarded by
Michigan Cyberpatriot Program Update with Tamara Shoemaker
ANN ARBOR - Tamara Shoemaker, who founded the Michigan Cyberpatriot program nearly a decade ago,
Lapeer County Launches New Effort To Expand Broadband Access
LAPEER—The Lapeer County Broadband Committee has launched a new initiative to expand and improve high-speed
Connected Nation Offers Michigan Broadband Coverage Maps
LANSING—Connected Nation Michigan, the state affiliate of the national high-speed internet promotion organization Connected Nation,
97 Adult Education Programs Get $13.6 Million From Education Department
LANSING - Michigan residents will have improved access to adult education programs as 97 organizations
71 Percent of Students Fear Lower Grades Due To Sporadic Internet Access
WASHINGTON - Seventy-one percent (71%) of students who expect lower grades than usual while learning
Business and Finance
Invest Detroit Moves Into Jefferson Hub As Anchor Tenant, Now Leasing
DETROIT - The redevelopment of the historic Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Midtown Detroit has
BTC, ETH Investors Earn $4,700 a Day Through BCC Mining
BCC Mining is dedicated to providing convenient and secure cloud mining services to users around
Study: Working Remotely From Home Makes Us Happier
PERTH, Australia - Scientists have spent four years diving deep into the world of remote
Deadline To Apply For Tech Town Retail Boot Camp Fall 2025 Cohort Extended To July 11
DETROIT - TechTown Detroit’s Retail Boot Camp: E-commerce & Home-based Edition is a new, intensive,
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
Edutainment 2.0: Why Blending Education and Entertainment is the Next Big Tech Trend
The line between work and play is fading and fast. Not because we’re lazy—but because
What Legitimacy Efforts For Crypto Increasing In 2025
Pexels - CC0 License It would be fair to say that crypto has grown out
UM Professor David Brophy Announces Midwest Growth Capital Symposium
ANN ARBOR - The Midwest Growth Capital Symposium, formerly called the Michigan Growth Capital Symposium,
Michigan Venture Capital Assoc. Re-Launches Venture Fellows Program
ANN ARBOR - Michigan Venture Capital Association, the trade association for the venture capital and
Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Reveals Top Four Finalists
DETROIT - The public has cast their votes and after a tight race, the Comerica
Pitch Competition Heats Up As TCNewTech Welcomes Spring To Traverse City
TRAVERSE CITY - As the weather warms up and students enjoy their spring break, TCNewTech
NORML Slams Ohio Legislature For Attempting To Change Voter Approved Cannabis Legalization
COLUMBUS - Marijuana advocates called bills to change Ohio’s weed laws “a slap in the
Former Police Officers Hiring Targets Of Cannabis Transport Companies
CLEVELAND, Ohio – If you had to move millions of dollars in cash and controlled
Michigan Republicans Saviors Of State’s Legal Cannabis Industry?
LANSING - Michigan Republicans could become saviors of the state’s $10 billion legal cannabis industry.
Hazel Park’s Flavor Galaxy License Permanently Closed By CRA
HAZEL PARK -The Cannabis Regulatory Agency signed consent order and stipulation documents with Flavor Galaxy,
