MI Tech TV
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 in today's MITechTV show to discuss Amazon Prime Day 2024. Amazon Prime Day has become a major retail event, with
Explore The Impact Of Horses On Human History With “Hark! Follow My Hoofbeats”
METAMORA - Meet Mary Chris Foxworthy. She loves horses and is dedicated to preserving their history. Her passion for horses started when her grandfather owned one of the last horse-drawn milk wagon creameries in the
Project DIAMOnD 3D Printing Initiative Enhances Additive Manufacturing In Oakland County
TROY - Project DIAMOnD, a 3D printing initiative in partnership with Automation Alley and Oakland County, has opened a Digital Transformation Center in Auburn Hills that provides companies access to industrial 3D printing equipment, training
Breaking News
Trump’s New Auto Loan Tax Break Could Bring Modest Savings For Michigan Car Buyers — But Financing Choices Still Matter
LANSING — A new federal tax deduction signed into law by President Donald Trump could
Cannabis Reform Is Moving Forward — But Washington Is About to Break The Hemp Economy
ANN ARBOR - President Donald Trump’s decision to move marijuana out of the most restrictive
Teradyne To Expand Robotics Presence With US Operations Hub In Wixom
WIXOM - Teradyne Robotics, the global leader in advanced industrial collaborative and autonomous mobile robotics,
Bluewater Technologies Creates Strategic Partnership With Thunder::Tech
WIXOM - Bluewater Technologies Group announced a strategic partnership with integrated marketing agency thunder::tech. The
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.
Circle K To Sell Hemp THC Beverages Nationwide In 2026
DETROIT - Significant things for the THC beverage sector are afoot at the Circle K.
Gas Taxes Changing In Michigan, Registration Fees For EV’s And Hybrids Rising
LANSING - Michigan drivers pay state and federal taxes every time they fill up their
Michigan House Could Change Legal Pot Possession Limits And Alter Industry Disciplinary Rules
LANSING - Four marijuana-related bills were up for consideration before a Michigan House panel on
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
A2ZERO Solarize Program Reaches 5MW Milestone for Residential Solar
ANN ARBOR — The City of Ann Arbor Solarize program is celebrating a major milestone,
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
Centaris Acquires Rochester Hills VisiCom Services
STERLING HEIGHTS - Centaris, formed in 2021 through a merger between the Center for Computer
Dow CEO Named Chair Of National Association Of Manufacturers
WASHINGTON D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers announced the Executive Committee of its Board
Worldwide PC Shipments Declined 5 Percent In 4Q, Grew Nearly 10 Percent For 2021
STAMFORD, Conn.,— Worldwide PC shipments totaled 88.4 million units in the fourth quarter of 2021,
GM Launches Massive Used Car Website CarBravo To Take On Carvana
DETROIT - Car consumers looking to buy will soon have access to hundreds of thousands
Ohio House GOP’s Bill On Cannabis Reform Makes Fewer Changes Than Senate Version
COLUMBUS, Ohio - An Ohio House GOP lawmaker has introduced his own set of changes
Here’s What Ohio Cannabis Restrictions Could Mean To Consumers
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans overwhelmingly voted to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, but Republicans are
Ohio Senate Republicans Pass Bill Making Big Changes To Voter-Approved Cannabis Program
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio Senate passed a GOP-led proposal by a 21-9 vote Wednesday
Michigan Treasury To Pay $58,200 From Cannabis Taxes For Every Licensed Dispo To Opt-In Cities Across The State
LANSING - The Michigan Department of Treasury on Feb. 21 announced that nearly $100 million
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
Bollinger Prices 2025 B4 Commercial Electric Truck At $158,758
OAK PARK–Bollinger Motors Inc., a commercial electric vehicle manufacturer, announced today that the 2025 Bollinger
Peninsula Fiber Network Announces New Leadership Team
MARQUETTE – Peninsula Fiber Network, a leading provider of fiber optic services across Michigan and
Michigan’s “Hot 50” And “Career Outlook” Highlight In-Demand Jobs
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Michigan Center for Data
University Of Michigan Logs Record-Breaking Year For Inventions
ANN ARBOR—Research led by University of Michigan faculty and researchers generated a record-breaking 615 new
Bollinger Prices 2025 B4 Commercial Electric Truck At $158,758
OAK PARK–Bollinger Motors Inc., a commercial electric vehicle manufacturer, announced today that the 2025 Bollinger
Peninsula Fiber Network Announces New Leadership Team
MARQUETTE – Peninsula Fiber Network, a leading provider of fiber optic services across Michigan and
Michigan’s “Hot 50” And “Career Outlook” Highlight In-Demand Jobs
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Michigan Center for Data
University Of Michigan Logs Record-Breaking Year For Inventions
ANN ARBOR—Research led by University of Michigan faculty and researchers generated a record-breaking 615 new
Ohio House GOP’s Bill On Cannabis Reform Makes Fewer Changes Than Senate Version
COLUMBUS, Ohio - An Ohio House GOP lawmaker has introduced his own set of changes
Here’s What Ohio Cannabis Restrictions Could Mean To Consumers
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans overwhelmingly voted to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, but Republicans are
Ohio Senate Republicans Pass Bill Making Big Changes To Voter-Approved Cannabis Program
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio Senate passed a GOP-led proposal by a 21-9 vote Wednesday
Michigan Treasury To Pay $58,200 From Cannabis Taxes For Every Licensed Dispo To Opt-In Cities Across The State
LANSING - The Michigan Department of Treasury on Feb. 21 announced that nearly $100 million
Survey: 70 Percent Of Workers Question Their Career Path As AI Changes Hiring
ANN ARBOR - Artificial intelligence is beginning to influence who gets hired as workers face
As Cannabis Debit-Cards Get Shut Down, Genus Credit Services POB System Thrives
ANN ARBOR - As legal cannabis sales surge nationwide, thousands of provisioning centers this month
From Search to Showroom: The Digital Marketing Strategies Driving Car Sales
Car buying rarely starts at a dealership anymore. Most buyers begin their journey online, researching
Michigan Power Needs Rise as Wind Projects Face Opposition
ANN ARBOR - Michigan needs more power as renewable energy demand continues to grow across
Advanced Technologies
Woodchuck Transforms Waste To Energy For Industries
GRAND RAPIDS - Woodchuck, a climate impact startup transforming waste to energy with the power of AI, today announced it is
AI and SEO: Shaping the Future of Content Optimization with Melih Oztalay
MITech TV with Melih Oztalay: How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Search Engine Optimization for Businesses (AI and SEO) In today’s rapidly
Project DIAMOnD Opens Digital Transformation Center In Auburn Hills
AUBURN HILLS – Project DIAMOnD, a 3D printing initiative in partnership with Automation Alley and Oakland County, has opened a Digital Transformation Center
Free AI upgrade From eGrowcery
BLOOMFIELD HILLS—The food industry e-commerce software developer eGrowcery has announced new AI functionality on its platform, helping retailers build personalized experiences, sales, and
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
WaitTime, TD SYNNEX Join Forces For AI Crowd Management
DETROIT - WaitTime announced a strategic partnership with TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem,
World’s Most Advanced Robot Predicts What Life Will Be Like In 2123
SEATTLE - The ‘world’s most advanced’ humanoid robot, Ameca, has raised eyebrows once again with its stunning prediction of what the
Russian 400 AI PetaFLOPS Supercomputer For AI Comes Online
MOSCOW - Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU) has launched its new supercomputer named MSU-270 with a peak computational power of 400
AI Misinformation: Why It Works And How To Spot It
SAN FRANCISCO - A year and a half ahead of the 2024 presidential election, the Republican National Committee began running attack
Science Tech
12 Michigan Schools Honored as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2024
WASHINGTON DC – Twelve schools in Michigan have been honored as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2024, joining several hundred institutions nationwide recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 1. Criteria for The National Blue
SpaceX Starship Rocket – Remarkable Leap For Space Exploration
NEW YORK - In a remarkable leap for space exploration, Elon Musk and SpaceX have taken another bold step towards the future of interplanetary travel. On June 6, 2024, the highly anticipated fourth test flight
NextGenesee To Bring High-Speed Internet Access To Genesee County
GENESSEE COUNTY – NextGenesee, a partnership between Genesee County and Merit Network, is set to take the first step on the path toward better Internet for Genesee County's more than 400,000 residents. Merit Network, a
MichBio’s 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit Sept. 23
ANN ARBOR - Don't miss the 2024 Michigan Medical Device Summit happening in Ann Arbor on September 23rd. With less than two weeks to go, now is the time to secure your spot at this
MMS Contract Pharma Researcher Joins Healthcare Alliance
CANTON TWP.–MMS Holdings, a contract research organization for the pharmaceutical industry, has joined the Decentralized Trials and Research Alliance, an organization launched in December to unite healthcare companies, regulators, patient groups and research organizations to
Report: 29 Percent Of US Broadband Households Very Likely To Purchase a Connected Health Product in the Next 12 Months
DALLAS – Twenty-nine percent of US broadband households plan to buy a connected health product over the next 23 months a new report indicates. The study, by Parks Associates, also shows US broadband households increased
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
MMS Contract Pharma Researcher Joins Healthcare Alliance
CANTON TWP.–MMS Holdings, a contract research organization for the pharmaceutical industry, has joined the Decentralized Trials and Research Alliance, an organization launched in December to unite healthcare companies, regulators, patient groups and research organizations to
Report: 29 Percent Of US Broadband Households Very Likely To Purchase a Connected Health Product in the Next 12 Months
DALLAS – Twenty-nine percent of US broadband households plan to buy a connected health product over the next 23 months a new report indicates. The study, by Parks Associates, also shows US broadband households increased
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
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Former Tesla, Lucid Executives Create EV Sports Car
LONDON - A new niche EV brand, Longbow, has emerged into the public eye, hailing
Toyota EV Now On Sale For Under $20,000
TOKYO - When you’re able to offer an EV with 267 miles of driving range,
Elon Musk Admits He Was Wrong About Fully Autonomous Driving
TEXAS - Tesla owners who expected to enjoy fully autonomous driving in their vehicles might
GM, Honda Join Forces To Create Hydrogen Engine
DETROIT - Commercial trucks, heavy machinery, generators, and, to a lesser extent, passenger cars will
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
Smart Mobility Today: AI, Robot Labor, EV Charging, Batteries
DEARBORN - This week’s stories focus on AI, robot labor, EV charging, battery production, and
Stefani Cyber Defense Partners With Shield IoT
SAO PAULO - Stefanini Cyber Defense, a Stefanini Group company, announceD a global partnership with
AUTO-ISAC Provides Cybersecurity Training For Auto Engineers To Keep The Bad Guys Out
ANN ARBOR - Today's highly connected vehicles are prime targets for hackers who see them
Artificial Intelligence: Will It Help Hackers Fool You More?
ANN ARBOR - Artificial Intelligence, AI for short, is all the buzz since ChatGTP hit
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
ITC Energy Report: Cybersecurity Protecting The Electric Grid
ANN ARBOR - October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. Joining us last week for the
Russia And China-Sponsored Hackers Threaten World With Cyberattack
DETROIT - State-sponsored cyberattacks are carried out to espionage secret government data, disrupt services or
Numerous Organizations Hacked After Installing Weaponized Open Source Apps
NORTH KOREA - Hackers backed by the North Korean government are weaponizing well-known pieces of
Researchers Discover Hacking Group That’s Active And Undetected For Years
DETROIT - During a recent investigation of a series of cyber intrusions into an unnamed
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
Hack Your Cash Flow with Fintech and AI Tools
CC0 Licensed Image Courtesy of Pexels Fintech and AI tools offer a powerful solution for
MoonX: BYDFi’s On-Chain Trading Engine — A Ticket from CEX to DEX
As centralized exchanges and On-chain Trading edge closer to integration, global crypto trading platform BYDFi
Former Grand Rapids Pickle Factory To Transform Into Entrepreneur’s Hub
GRAND RAPIDS — A vacant factory in southeast Grand Rapids could soon become a center
Think You Could Be A Restaurant Owner? What To Remember When Creating The Dining Experience
Becoming a restaurant owner is full of its ups and downs. Namely, while hospitality businesses
5 Ways in Which Design Sprint Services Propel Startup Success
Image: Freepik When it comes to establishing or scaling up your startup, it is important
Warehouse Labor Management: How iJility’s Smarter Strategies Optimize Workforce Efficiency
Warehouse labor management for decades, businesses in warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing have turned to temporary
Mastering the Art of Raising Capital for Your Business
Raising capital for your business can feel like an exhausting and frustrating performance. It requires
How Many Followers You Need On TikTok To Get Paid?
Tiktok has come up as the top social media platform for influencers. Multiple people have
Grand Rapids Tech Startup Accepted To Top Global Accelerator, Receiving $500,000 Investment
GRAND RAPIDS - Tech start-up and Start Garden tenant Payload CMS has been accepted into
80 Percent Of Gen Z Adults Want Companies To Take a Stand
AUSTIN, Texas - Companies are increasingly taking a public stance on social issues, but what
TCNewTech Hosts Pitch & Networking Event June 7
TRAVERSE CITY - TCNewTech has secured an exciting lineup of presenters at its June7th Pitch
Tech Entrepreneur Turns Movie Producer With Latest Film 18 1/2 Minutes
BIRMINGHAM - Long-time Detroit area technology entrepreneur Tel Ganesan has expanded his Kyyba tech business
Ohio House GOP’s Bill On Cannabis Reform Makes Fewer Changes Than Senate Version
COLUMBUS, Ohio - An Ohio House GOP lawmaker has introduced his own set of changes
Here’s What Ohio Cannabis Restrictions Could Mean To Consumers
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans overwhelmingly voted to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, but Republicans are
Ohio Senate Republicans Pass Bill Making Big Changes To Voter-Approved Cannabis Program
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio Senate passed a GOP-led proposal by a 21-9 vote Wednesday
Michigan Treasury To Pay $58,200 From Cannabis Taxes For Every Licensed Dispo To Opt-In Cities Across The State
LANSING - The Michigan Department of Treasury on Feb. 21 announced that nearly $100 million
