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UAW Strike Against Detroit 3 Impact Analyzed By Anderson Economic Group
LANSING - The United Auto Workers strike against General Motors, Ford Motor Company and Stellantis has dragged on for weeks, costing the US economy more than $5 billion and counting, says Patrick Anderson, CEO of
Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Experts Update Threat – Promote Michigan Cyber Summit
ANN ARBOR - October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month so we gathered a gaggle of cybersecurity experts to talk about the latest threats and also the best way to defeat them. Experts include former Michigan CISO
MICyberPatriot Seeks Mentors, Financial Support To Teach Student Cyber Awareness
SOUTHFIELD - October is cybersecurity awareness month and Michigan Cyber Patriot, a decade-old program that teaches K-12 students how to become cyber aware, needs support to continue its mission. Founder Tamara Shoemaker needs financial support
Breaking News
Stanford Report: Electric Vehicle Batteries Last Longer Than Predicted
PALO ALTO, Calif. - Scientists out of Stanford University's SLAC-Stanford Battery Center have found that
GVSU Survey: Tariff Impact Generates Pessimism In West Michigan Economy
GRAND RAPIDS - A Grand Valley State University survey of West Michigan businesses and purchasing
Ohio Republican Lawmakers Seek To Change Voter-Approved Pot Laws
COLUMBUS - Ohio Republican politicians are offering new proposals to change Ohio’s recreational marijuana law
Solar Breakthrough Twice As Efficient As Anything On The Market
MEXICO - Thin-film photovoltaic researchers at the Autonomous University of Querétaro, Mexico, have revealed an
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
Michigan Border Dispensaries Aren’t Fretting Yet Over More Expensive Ohio Competitors
COLUMBUS - Approaching five years since Michigan marijuana shops rang up their first sales, Ohio
Ohio Dispensaries Sold $11.5 Million In Cannabis In First 5 Days Of Legalization
COLUMBUS - Oho cannabis dispensaries sold more than $11.5 million worth of marijuana to recreational
July Michigan Cannabis Sales Remain Flat For 5th Month In A Row
LANSING - Michigan cannabis sales continue to remain flat in July with sales for all
Current Climate: Demand For Oil Will Peak By The End Of The Decade
WASHINGTON DC - The International Energy Agency estimates that global demand for oil is set to peak at
Toyota To Receive $850 Million Subsidy For Next-Gen EV Battery Development
TOKYO - Toyota Motor will receive a roughly $853 million (120 billion yen) subsidy from
UN: Fossil Fuels Incompatible With Human Survival – Need Exit Strategy
NEW YORK - The head of the United Nations launched a tirade against fossil fuel
Toyota’s New EV Battery Provides 932-Mile Range In Only 10 Minutes Of Charging
TOKYO - Toyota, renowned as the world’s largest car company, has often been perceived as
ITC Commits $500,000 to COVID-19 Disaster Relief Funding
NOVI - As the nation rallies to support the fight against the Pandemic, ITC is
Esperion’s New Cholesterol-Busting Drug Hits The Market
ANN ARBOR—After years of development, Nexletol, the new cholesterol-reducer from Ann Arbor’s Esperion Therapeutics Inc.,
Should I Reduce My Marketing Budget Due To Coronavirus? Spoiler Alert: NO
LONDON, England - With the events and hospitality industry on its knees, and millions of
Altarum Offers Poll To Measure Public Perceptions During COVID-19 Pandemic
ANN ARBOR - Altarum, a nonprofit deduced to public health, is offering a poll that
22 State Attorneys General Call On Congress To Pass Marijuana Banking Bill That’s Heading To Senate Floor
WASHINGTON DC - A bipartisan coalition of 22 state attorneys general, including Michigan AG Dana Nessel,
Michigan Cannabis Pioneer Rick Thompson Passes, Business Partner Jamie Lowell Provides Video Tribute
FLINT - Rick Thompson, one of the founding lights in cannabis legalization in Michigan, was
Survey: Athletes Report Using Cannabis Products To Promote Exercise Recovery
NEW YORK - Those who engage in regular exercise frequently report consuming cannabis products to
With No Other Bidders, Tropics Wins Right To Buy Skymint Pending Court Approval
LANSING - Skymint’s primary lender, Tropics, LP, submitted the winning bid to purchase Skymint at
Featured News
Healthcare Providers Can Purchase GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs From ELP At A Substantial Discount Compared To The Competition – Guaranteed
ANN ARBOR - Eleusis Partners, LLC (ELP) has announced their company has contracted with a well-established U.S compounding pharmacy to offer
MPSC Authorizes Consumers Energy To Contract For Washtenaw County Battery Electric Storage Plant
LANSING - The Michigan Public Service Commission today approved an application by Consumers Energy Co. for a power purchase agreement (PPA)
China Unveils New ‘Flying Monkey’ Spaceplane In Big To Dominate Space Exploration
BREMAN, Germany - China’s push to dominate the next frontier in space exploration took center stage at the Space Tech Expo
Michigan
Ford Gets Two Lithium Supply Agreements For EV batteries
DEARBORN–Ford Motor Co. has entered into a long-term agreement with Quebec-based Nemaska Lithium for the
Flo Joins U.S. EV Charging Group, Hits 99% Uptime In NYC
AUBURN HILLS–Flo Inc. was named a founding member of a new effort led by the U.S.
Highline Launches 2-Gig Internet In UP, Thumb Areas Of Michigan
ESCANABA–Highline, the high-speed internet provider, announced the availability of 2-gigabit-per-second internet service in the markets
Sila EV Batteries Achieve 20 Percent Increase In Range Per Charge
ALAMEDA, CA - If your electric vehicle could charge in less time than it takes
Ford Gets Two Lithium Supply Agreements For EV batteries
DEARBORN–Ford Motor Co. has entered into a long-term agreement with Quebec-based Nemaska Lithium for the
Flo Joins U.S. EV Charging Group, Hits 99% Uptime In NYC
AUBURN HILLS–Flo Inc. was named a founding member of a new effort led by the U.S.
Highline Launches 2-Gig Internet In UP, Thumb Areas Of Michigan
ESCANABA–Highline, the high-speed internet provider, announced the availability of 2-gigabit-per-second internet service in the markets
Sila EV Batteries Achieve 20 Percent Increase In Range Per Charge
ALAMEDA, CA - If your electric vehicle could charge in less time than it takes
22 State Attorneys General Call On Congress To Pass Marijuana Banking Bill That’s Heading To Senate Floor
WASHINGTON DC - A bipartisan coalition of 22 state attorneys general, including Michigan AG Dana Nessel,
Michigan Cannabis Pioneer Rick Thompson Passes, Business Partner Jamie Lowell Provides Video Tribute
FLINT - Rick Thompson, one of the founding lights in cannabis legalization in Michigan, was
Survey: Athletes Report Using Cannabis Products To Promote Exercise Recovery
NEW YORK - Those who engage in regular exercise frequently report consuming cannabis products to
With No Other Bidders, Tropics Wins Right To Buy Skymint Pending Court Approval
LANSING - Skymint’s primary lender, Tropics, LP, submitted the winning bid to purchase Skymint at
MI Hub Helps 100 Plus Michigan Manufacturers Apply for $17 Million In Grants And Loans
LANSING — In June, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s (LEO) Community & Worker
Is Comet 3I/Atlas Some Form Of Alien Technology?
NEW YORK - Comet 3I/ATLAS’s unusual trajectory and unprecedented size have ignited debates and theories
Pope Leo Says Life May Exist Elsewhere In Universe – Proof In Vatican Archives?
DUBLIN, Ireland -The Pope has spoken out about the possibility of life developing on other
Cybersecurity Dashboard: Near-Real-Time Vendor Research with IT-Harvest
A cybersecurity dashboard can turn scattered market data into clear, actionable intelligence. In today’s rapidly
Advanced Technologies
Korean Researchers Develop 2-Liter Hydrogen-Fueled Engine
SEOUL, South Korea - Amid the fierce competition throughout the globe to develop hydrogen mobility technologies to achieve carbon neutrality, a
Scientists Devised Way To Tell If ChatGPT Becomes Aware Of Itself
NEW YORK - Our lives were already infused with artificial intelligence (AI) when ChatGPT reverberated around the online world late last year. Since then, the generative
Google DeepMind Co-Founder Predicts Everybody Will Have AI-Powered ‘Chief of Staff’ Soon
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA - Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind, Google's AI division, told CNBC during an interview that everybody is going to have
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,
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
Airfoil Group Provides Tips On How Biz Can Podcast
ROYAL OAK - Airfoil Public Relations in Royal Oak is one of the handful of regional PR companies that specializes in working with tech companies and manufacturers. Now Airfoil has announced a new specialty, training
MoGo Bikeshare Creates Partnership With Outdoor Adventure Center
DETROIT – MoGo, Metro Detroit’s non-profit bikeshare organization, has created a partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Outdoor Adventure Center. The partnership, which includes a new location for Adaptive MoGo’s riverfront location, aims
Automakers Push Back Against New 58 MPG Fuel Efficiency Proposal
WASHINGTON DC - The Biden administration announced a proposal to require raising fuel economy standards to 58 miles per gallon. The proposal, from the Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), would aim
CCA Health Michigan Invests $25K To Fight Food Insecurity In Michigan
DETROIT – CCA Health Michigan, a mission-driven healthcare services organization that offers high-quality health plans designed for older adults and individuals with significant needs, today announced $12,500 in philanthropic donations to both the Food Bank
Workit Health Helps Break Opioid Dependence With Online Platform
ROYAL OAK - There’s a critical problem facing America today - opioid dependence. An Ann Arbor startup called Workit Health has developed a path to recovery through an online platform that matches people with on-demand,
GVSU Medical Device Group Develops Tool For Children To Earn Screen Time
GRAND RAPIDS - A Grand Valley State University group has developed an app for a local entrepreneur that addresses a common concern among parents: the amount of time their children spend on electronics. Grand Valley's applied
Inforum’s Shea Interviews SnugLit Creator TheraB Medical
ROYAL OAK - Tember Shea of Inforum interviews Alexa Jones, CEO of TheraB Medical, a East Lansing startup working to launch its first product, SnugLit. SnugLit is a wearable, portable solution to infant jaundice. SnugLit
LTU Wins Grant To Boost STEM Education From Howard Hughes Medical Institute
SOUTHFIELD – Lawrence Technological University is one of 24 schools nationwide to be selected for a new program to boost minority participation in STEM study and careers. The $1 million grant was awarded to Lawrence
Workit Health Helps Break Opioid Dependence With Online Platform
ROYAL OAK - There’s a critical problem facing America today - opioid dependence. An Ann Arbor startup called Workit Health has developed a path to recovery through an online platform that matches people with on-demand,
GVSU Medical Device Group Develops Tool For Children To Earn Screen Time
GRAND RAPIDS - A Grand Valley State University group has developed an app for a local entrepreneur that addresses a common concern among parents: the amount of time their children spend on electronics. Grand Valley's applied
Inforum’s Shea Interviews SnugLit Creator TheraB Medical
ROYAL OAK - Tember Shea of Inforum interviews Alexa Jones, CEO of TheraB Medical, a East Lansing startup working to launch its first product, SnugLit. SnugLit is a wearable, portable solution to infant jaundice. SnugLit
LTU Wins Grant To Boost STEM Education From Howard Hughes Medical Institute
SOUTHFIELD – Lawrence Technological University is one of 24 schools nationwide to be selected for a new program to boost minority participation in STEM study and careers. The $1 million grant was awarded to Lawrence
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
GM Debuts Vehicle-To-Home Charger That Can Supply Power To Houses For Weeks
DETROIT - Purchasing an electric vehicle requires maintenance on the owner's part, such as charging the
Chinese-Made Teslas Pour Into Canada as Biden Erects US Tariff Wall
OTTAWA - The Biden administration is quadrupling US tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in China.
Ford Celebrates Mustang’s 60th Anniversary With Special Edition
DEARBORN - Ford Motor Co. is celebrating the Mustang's 60th anniversary on Wednesday when it will
Battery Breakthrough Could Eliminate Range Anxiety For Electric Vehicles
TOKYO - Scientists have discovered a new process that could supercharge the transition to next-generation
MTAM Member Security Innovation Wins Best Auto Cybersecurity Product For Aerolink
DETROIT - Security Innovation won Best Auto Cybersecurity Product for Aerolink, which implements high speed
Report: 21 Million Fully, And Semi-Autonomous Vehicles Sold Globally By 2035
GRAND RAPIDS - Despite facing an uphill battle of legislation and regulation, 21 million fully
Digital and Mobile
Will Russian Cyber Attacks On USA Come After Ukrainian Invasion?
ANN ARBOR - When Russia invades the Ukraine in the next week or so, according
Blockchain Based Data Management Used to Create Sustainable Food Systems
TROY - The global ethical food market is expected to grow to $728 billion by
Project OVERCOME: Helping Close Detroit’s Digital Divide
SOUTHFIELD - 123NET has partnered with the Detroit Community Technology Project and Grace in Action
Strategies To Successfully Integrate MSPs Into Your Program
DETROIT - Join MotorCity ISSA for a discussion on Information Security with guest speaker Brian
MacOS Big Sur 11.2 Beta 2 Removes Feature Letting Apple Apps Bypass Third-Party Firewalls, VPNs
CUPERTINO, Calif. - macOS Big Sur 11.2 beta 2, which was released yesterday, eliminates a feature that
Sysnet Global Solutions Acquires Southfied-Based NuArx to Expand Cyber Solutions
SOUTHFIELD– Sysnet Global Solutions, which provides cyber security and compliance solutions, has acquired NuArx Inc.
Dan Shoemaker Analyzes Russian SolarWinds Hack
ANN ARBOR - Cybersecurity Expert Dan Shoemaker analyzes the Russian SolarWinds hack that delivered spyware
Solarwinds Hacked By Russians – Cybersecurity Experts Break It Down
ANN ARBOR - Cybersecurity experts Dan Lohrmann and Richard Stiennon provide details on how the
American Center For Mobility To Work With 15 Michigan Colleges, Universities To Train Automated Vehicle Talent
YPSILANTI TWP. - The American Center for Mobility will work with 15 colleges and universities
Mobility Startups Join U-M Incubator To Pilot Autonomous, Connected Vehicle Innovations
ANN ARBOR - Five companies from across the country will test and develop mobility solutions
Floodproofing Cities: U-M Professor Gets NSF $1.8 Million Grant To Develop Smart Stormwater Project
ANN ARBOR - Autonomous "smart" technologies for aging stormwater systems are being developed at the
PC Sales Decline Worldwide For 12th Consecutive Quarter
STAMFORD, Conn. - For the 12th consecutive quarter, Personal Computer shipments declined worldwide. The latest
Business and Finance
Lots Of Events In 2024 For Michigan Council of Women In Technology
ANN ARBOR - It’s International Women’s Day, a global day to celebrate women’s achievements and
2023 Is Changing How States Do Climate Policy, But Regulations Remain
Unsplash - CC0 License State officials across the country are becoming more fervent in their
Artificial Intelligence For Business, Part 2 From Melih Oztalay
BIRMINGHAM, MI March 4, 2024 - Melih Oztalay, CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, offers the second
Retail Boot Camp Applications Close March 6
DETROIT - Calling all entrepreneurs. Applications for the Tech Town Retail Boot Camp close March
The Future of CDN: CacheFly Stands Ready to Serve Amidst Industry Upheavals
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL - CacheFly CDN solves a very important technology for businesses. In
10 Steps To Start Your Own Business Like A Pro
DETROIT - Starting a business, even on a small scale, is no small responsibility. This
Amazon Prime Day 2023: The E-Commerce Event and How You Can Thrive
BIRMINGHAM - Amazon is hosting its semi annual Prime Days again on Oct. 10-11. So
Planning To Showcase Your Products At Trade Show? Airfoil Group CEO Provides Tips
ROYAL OAK - If your company plans to exhibit at a trade show this fall
Teen Entrepreneur Innovation Days Application Deadline Midnight March 1
GRAND RAPIDS - The deadline to apply for the $10,000 Teen Entrepreneur Innovation Day workshop
Masco Creates $50 Million Venture Capital Fund To Fund Home Improvement Innovations
LIVONIA—Masco Corp. announced the establishment of Masco Ventures, which will invest in companies that advance
DeVos-Backed Private Equity Fund To Support Michigan Biz Owners Seeking An Exit
GRAND RAPIDS — A West Michigan capital investment fund that involves the family office for Doug and
CitySide Capital Network Offers Virtual Startup Deal Tank Feb. 23
BIRMINGHAM – CitySide Ventures is launching a monthly virtual Deal Tank for early-stage companies to pitch
22 State Attorneys General Call On Congress To Pass Marijuana Banking Bill That’s Heading To Senate Floor
WASHINGTON DC - A bipartisan coalition of 22 state attorneys general, including Michigan AG Dana Nessel,
Michigan Cannabis Pioneer Rick Thompson Passes, Business Partner Jamie Lowell Provides Video Tribute
FLINT - Rick Thompson, one of the founding lights in cannabis legalization in Michigan, was
Survey: Athletes Report Using Cannabis Products To Promote Exercise Recovery
NEW YORK - Those who engage in regular exercise frequently report consuming cannabis products to
With No Other Bidders, Tropics Wins Right To Buy Skymint Pending Court Approval
LANSING - Skymint’s primary lender, Tropics, LP, submitted the winning bid to purchase Skymint at
Business News
- DraftKings, Abbott, And Applovin Are Among Top 10 Large Cap Losers Last Week (Jan. 19-Jan. 23): Are the Others in Your Portfolio?
- Apple's Stock Dumped By Retail Investors, Oscar Nominations, Nvidia's AI Race And More: This Week In Appleverse
- Winter Storm Fern Threatens Disruptions Across US: Here Are Businesses, Stocks Likely To Be Impacted
- DraftKings, Abbott, And Applovin Are Among Top 10 Large Cap Losers Last Week (Jan. 19-Jan. 23): Are the Others in Your Portfolio?
- Apple's Stock Dumped By Retail Investors, Oscar Nominations, Nvidia's AI Race And More: This Week In Appleverse
- Winter Storm Fern Threatens Disruptions Across US: Here Are Businesses, Stocks Likely To Be Impacted
