MI Tech TV
Where Energy Meets Policy: Collaboration And Alignment Are Keys To Planning Success
NOVI - In the August 19 episode of MITech TV, we were joined by Tony Mosesso, manager of state government affairs at ITC. With election season right around the corner, Mosesso spoke about how policymakers
What Executive Level Jobs Are Available This Fall?
ANN ARBOR - Gary Erickson, managing partner of Executive Search Partners, returns to MITech TV to talk about the status of executive level hiring in the marketplace this fall. In this video interview, he said
New Line Processing Offers Line of Credit For Michigan Cannabis Customers
ANN ARBOR - Michigan cannabis dispensaries, and customers have had a difficult time trying to use Visa and Mastercard to pay for transactions. Since cannabis remains a federal schedule 1 drug - along with cocaine
Breaking News
Ohio Senate Rejects House Changes Scaling Back Voter-Approved Pot Laws And Restricting delta-8 Sales
COLUMBUS - An Ohio bill to significantly revise the state’s marijuana program, while adding new restrictions
Tech Breakthrough Could Transform How The World Produces Hydrogen
SOUTH KOREA - A team of researchers in South Korea has just taken a massive
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.
Ohio Adult-Use Pot Sales Top $600 million, Doubling Medical Marijuana Sales
COLUMBUS - Ohio adult-use marijuana stores have racked up $600 million in sales since the
High Prices, Poor Marketing, Stunt Ohio Cannabis Market
CLEVELAND - Ohioans had great expectations for recreational marijuana after voting to legalize personal use
Make it in Michigan Prototyping Grant Program – Deadline Extended To July 14
SOUTHFIELD - The deadline to apply for the Centrepolis Accelerator Make it in Michigan Prototyping
Revolutionary Blended Wing Body Aircraft Transforms Aviation
SAN DIEGO - Natilus released details and images showing the layout, seats, and comfort features
City of Ann Arbor Launches Commercial EV Charger Program
ANN ARBOR – On Aug. 14, the City of Ann Arbor launched the new Commercial
Lear Publishes Annual Sustainability Report
SOUTHFIELD--Auto Tier 1 Lear Corp. has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, outlining the company's progress
China Shifting to “Blue Mobility” And Away From Electric Vehicles
Electric mobility has been relegated to the background with the emergence of new zero-emission and
ITC Discusses Changes to Electric Transmission Planning
NOVI - In a recent episode of MITech TV, we spoke with Nathan Benedict, director
FOCO Offers UM Football Coach Harbaugh Coach Of The Year Bobblehead
ANN ARBOR - On Thursday, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum made an
MMS Restructures Its Consulting Services
CANTON – MMS Holdings has restructured its consulting services with the launch of a Project Advisory Services Unit to meet the
Business Leaders For Michigan Hires VP Of Marketing And Communications
DETROIT– Business Leaders for Michigan today announced that Randi Berris, a corporate communications leader and
DogPhone Lets Pets Video Call Their Owners When They Are Home Alone
GLASGOW, Scotland - Fetching sticks and chewing toys may soon be a thing of the
Ohio Could Ban Cannabis Advertising
COLUMBUS, Ohio -The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a new rule package for the state’s
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
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline in November
LANSING – Michigan Cannabis Sales Rebound After 3-Month Decline. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has
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
Featured News
Detroit Arsenal Upgrades To 3D Printing Missile Parts, Drones In Record Time
WARREN - Instead of welding tank treads by the thousands, the Detroit Arsenal in Warren is now 3D printing Patriot missile parts in
Ford is Reinventing Vehicle Assembly and Why America Should Care
DEARBORN - Nearly 120 years ago, the Ford Model T became the “Universal Car.” Why? It was affordable, adaptable, and serviceable.
Tribal Economic Development Group Waséyabek Invests In Michigan Capital Network
GRAND RAPIDS – Waséyabek, an economic development company in Michigan’s Indian Country, announced that its Board of Directors has agreed to
Michigan
Android Smart Phone Wireless Signals Hack Can Capture Banking Credentials
NEW YORK - A dangerous new Android malware has surfaced that can clone contactless payment
Fanuc America Establishes $1 Million Scholarship Fund With SME
ROCHESTER HILLS – The industrial automation and robotics supplier Fanuc America has announced the establishment
US Signal Acquires Auburn Hills Data Center
GRAND RAPIDS–The digital infrastructure provider US Signal announced the acquisition of a data center at
J.D. Power: Public EV Charging Sees Consistent Progress
TROY–The public electric vehicle charging infrastructure continues to be identified as a culprit in the
Android Smart Phone Wireless Signals Hack Can Capture Banking Credentials
NEW YORK - A dangerous new Android malware has surfaced that can clone contactless payment
Fanuc America Establishes $1 Million Scholarship Fund With SME
ROCHESTER HILLS – The industrial automation and robotics supplier Fanuc America has announced the establishment
US Signal Acquires Auburn Hills Data Center
GRAND RAPIDS–The digital infrastructure provider US Signal announced the acquisition of a data center at
J.D. Power: Public EV Charging Sees Consistent Progress
TROY–The public electric vehicle charging infrastructure continues to be identified as a culprit in the
Ohio Could Ban Cannabis Advertising
COLUMBUS, Ohio -The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a new rule package for the state’s
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
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline in November
LANSING – Michigan Cannabis Sales Rebound After 3-Month Decline. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has
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
From Earth to Orbit: Elon Musk’s Space Data Center Vision Meets Michigan’s Ground-Level Reality
ANN ARBOR - When Elon Musk talks about moving data centers into space, it can
How Avionics Systems Improve Flight Safety and Efficiency
Think about your last flight. You saw the pilots. You noticed the wings. You trusted
Michigan Tightens Transmission Line Siting Rules As Grid Expansion Accelerates
LANSING — Michigan regulators are moving to overhaul how new high-voltage electric transmission lines are
Trump UFO Disclosure Talk Resurfaces as U.S. Military Admits Some UAPs Remain Unexplained
WASHINGTON DC - Speculation is again circulating that Donald Trump may eventually release details about
Advanced Technologies
LTU’s Centrepolis Accelerator Secures $360,000 Grant From Walters Family Foundation
SOUTHFIELD—The Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University announced that it has been awarded a $360,000 grant from the Walters Family Foundation.
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 held August 7-8 at Devos Place
Liquid Nitrogen Cars Might Outperform EVs And Hydrogen Vehicles
As the automotive industry continues to search for a practical and feasible electric car that can rival the fossil fuel car,
Stefanini Group Announces AI Appreciation Day, New AI R&D Group In Southfield
SOUTHFIELD - Stefanini Group, a $1 billion global technology company specializing in digital solutions, with locations in 41 countries across the
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Learning And Productivity Benefits Of Artificial Intelligence
LANSING - Artificial intelligence is coming at a fast and furious pace. Employers have to strategize the impact of AI on
Anthropic — The $4.1 billion OpenAI Rival — Debuts A.I. Chatbot
SAN FRANCISCO - As Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Google race to develop the most advanced chatbots, powered by generative artificial intelligence, Anthropic is investing
Beyond The Hype, AI Promises Leg Up For Scientific Research
NEW YORK - The last decade has seen great strides in the application of artificial intelligence to scientific discovery, but practitioners
DoE Picks J.D. Power EV Index
TROY– J.D. Power, a global leader in data analytics and consumer intelligence, today announced that its J.D. Power EV Index, an
Science Tech
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 announced the completion of a multi-million-dollar project funded by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Broadband Infrastructure program that has connected
Grand Haven Township Selects 123NET For Broadband Project
SOUTHFIELD – Grand Haven Township in Ottawa County, and 123NET, a premier fiber internet, colocation and voice services provider, have entered into an agreement to construct 5.5 miles of high-capacity fiber in rural areas of
Longevity Gene Could Extend Human Lifespan
NEW YORK - That if our lifespan could be extended beyond its natural limits? Recently, scientists have made a significant leap towards this very real possibility with the discovery and study of an important longevity
Commonly Used Drug During Pregnancy May Clear Alzheimer’s Brain
NEW YORK - A drug commonly used to induce labor could offer new hope in the fight against Alzheimer's disease, according to recent research. Scientists have discovered that this medication, which has been used for decades to
Scientists Closer To Developing ‘Smart’ Stem Cells From Human Fat
SYDNEY, Australia - A new type of stem cell—that is, a cell with regenerative abilities—could be closer on the horizon, a new study led by an Australian University shows. The stem cells (called induced multipotent stem cells, or
Stryker Acquires Florida-Based Sensor Technology Maker
KALAMAZOO — Stryker Corp. acquired Dania Beach, Fla.-based OrthoSensor Inc., a producer of sensor technology for musculoskeletal care and total joint replacement. OrthoSensor’s technology advancement, said in a press release, when “coupled with expanded data analytics and increasing
COVID-19 Update: Post Thanksgiving Pandemic Surge Just Before Xmas
ANN ARBOR - Infectious disease expert Fred Brown, who works with nations and states as an unpaid epidemiologst, warns that a surge of COVID-19 will probably be manifested by Thanksgiving gatherings, just in time for
UM Professor Named To MichBio Board
ANN ARBOR—Officials at MichBio, the state’s life sciences industry lobbying group, announced the addition of Lola Eniola-Adefeso, university diversity and social transformation professor of chemical engineering at the University of Michigan, to its board of
Scientists Closer To Developing ‘Smart’ Stem Cells From Human Fat
SYDNEY, Australia - A new type of stem cell—that is, a cell with regenerative abilities—could be closer on the horizon, a new study led by an Australian University shows. The stem cells (called induced multipotent stem cells, or
Stryker Acquires Florida-Based Sensor Technology Maker
KALAMAZOO — Stryker Corp. acquired Dania Beach, Fla.-based OrthoSensor Inc., a producer of sensor technology for musculoskeletal care and total joint replacement. OrthoSensor’s technology advancement, said in a press release, when “coupled with expanded data analytics and increasing
COVID-19 Update: Post Thanksgiving Pandemic Surge Just Before Xmas
ANN ARBOR - Infectious disease expert Fred Brown, who works with nations and states as an unpaid epidemiologst, warns that a surge of COVID-19 will probably be manifested by Thanksgiving gatherings, just in time for
UM Professor Named To MichBio Board
ANN ARBOR—Officials at MichBio, the state’s life sciences industry lobbying group, announced the addition of Lola Eniola-Adefeso, university diversity and social transformation professor of chemical engineering at the University of Michigan, to its board of
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Patrick Anderson: Tariffs Could Cause More Harm To Auto Industry Than UAW Strike
LANSING - Tariffs would be worse for the U.S. auto industry than a UAW strike,
180-Mile EVs Are ‘The Future’ Says Lucid CEO
NEWARK, Calif. - If you want an electric vehicle with the longest range possible, you
Data Reveals Dramatic Shift In Global EV Car Sales
NEW YORK - Reuters reports that electric vehicle sales — both full electric and hybrid options rose 25%
Study: EVs Rival ICE Vehicles For Reliability And Longevity
NEW YORK - Reliability and longevity concerns may once have been among the most common
U-M Renames Mobility Transformation Center Mcity
ANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan has a new yet familiar name for its
Sen. Peters Joins Colleagues Seeking Increased Funding For Connected Vehicles
WASHINGTON DC – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) Friday led a
Digital and Mobile
May Mobility In Partnership With Mobility App Developer
ANN ARBOR–The autonomous vehicle developer May Mobility announced a new partnership with Moovit, an Israel-based
National Guardsman Steals Classified Documents, ChatGPT, RSA Conference
ANN ARBOR - A 21-year-old National Guard private not only gained access to classified military
Looking For CIO Job? Executive Search Partners Can Help
ANN ARBOR - Gary Erickson from Executive Search Partners said he sees two trends now
Director Of Cybersecurity For Little Caesars ISSA Motor City April Speaker
NOVI - The ISSA Motor City April 20 Chapter Meeting will feature Juman Doleh-Alomary, director
MTAM Offers Connected Vehicle Course With Mobile Comply In March
DETROIT – A two-hour, on-line introduction to connected vehicle concepts, condensed from an intense three-day
Gongwer News Service Updates Election App For 2016 Campaigns
LANSING - Gongwer News Service is once again making available a smartphone and tablet app
Mobile Monday Ann Arbor: The Hitchhiker’s Guide To Azure Mobile Apps
ANN ARBOR - If you are building mobile apps that needs to interact with a
Report: Smartphones Sales Worldwide Top 1.4 Billion Units In 2015
EGHAM, United Kingdom - Global sales of smartphones topped 1.4 billion units in 2015, up
NATO Countries Under Cyber Attack From Russia Will US Be Next?
ANN ARBOR - Some NATO countries bordering the Ukraine are under cyber attack. Cybersecurity experts
Michigan CyberPatriot Seeks Cybersecurity Pros To Mentor Students
ANN ARBOR - The Michigan CyberPatriot program is looking for cybersecurity professionals who can donate
NATO Countries Hit With Unprecedented Cyber Attacks
LANSING - Montenegro, Estonia and new NATO applicant Finland are just three of the countries
What You Need to Know About Data Protection In Michigan
DETROIT - In this day and age, we are more exposed than ever to cyber
Spin Dance Offers IoT Symposium May 6 In Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS - The journey to a successful IoT strategy is not without its challenges,
IoT Tech Connect Track: Technology as a Service
ROYAL OAK - IoT Tech Connect co-Producer Rick Beckers talks about the track his company,
IoT Tech Connect Track: Unity Presents How 3D Technologies Are Shaping Our Future
ROYAL OAK - Greg Melling, Sr. Business Development Manager, Mobility and Defense, Unity Technologies, will
IoT Tech Connect Panel: How To Pitch An Angel Investor
ROYAL OAK - If you are an entrepreneur, how do you pitch an Angel Investor?
Business and Finance
Achieving Greater Efficiency in Your Construction Business: 12 Tools That Can Help You Succeed
Running a construction company isn’t for everyone: managing any business is tough, but these sorts
How to Make Your E-Commerce Website Feel Instantly Legit
Image credit Honestly, the internet is full of traps these days. You see an ad
How to Select the Most Eco-Friendly Used Car
Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay Choosing a car is no longer just about looks,
8 Reasons Why A Bespoke Tech Stack Is Essential For Your Enterprise
Pexels - CC0 License Many businesses like the idea of operating a bespoke tech stack,
Your 2024 Home Safety Gadgets Checklist
Home safety gadgets might seem like something you don’t need. But with so many things
Amazon Prime Day 2024: How October Prime Days Differ from July’s Event
Birmingham, MI - October 7, 2024 - Melih Oztalay, CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, joins us
Practical Ways to Enhance Skills and Career Development
In today’s competitive job market, continuous skill enhancement and career development are crucial for professional
Core Steps You Can Take To Improve Your Company’s Security Mandate
As a modern business owner, you need to come up with some of the best
Grand Rapids Entrepreneurs Launch Streaming Video And Live Meeting Lab
GRAND RAPIDS - Three area entrepreneurs have launched a new high-tech production space to meet
Zapier Report: The Future Of Work
DETROIT - The pandemic changed the way we work, and as the work-from-home lifestyle became
Small Business Advocate Creates The Summer Experiences You Love
DETROIT – Small Business Advocate Creates The Summer Experiences You Love Crawford may be best-known
Angel Investing In 2021 Neared Or Exceeded Pre-Pandemic Levels
GRAND RAPIDS - Angel investors put $69.1 million into 111 Michigan-based companies last year, an
Ohio Could Ban Cannabis Advertising
COLUMBUS, Ohio -The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a new rule package for the state’s
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
Michigan Cannabis Sales End 3-Month Decline in November
LANSING – Michigan Cannabis Sales Rebound After 3-Month Decline. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has
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
