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Comcast Xfinity Working To Close The Digital Divide In Detroit
ANN ARBOR - Comcast has been doing work with local community partners in Michigan to help bridge the digital divide for income-constrained families. Rob Ponto from Comcast shares the many ways Comcast has worked to
Teaching Younger And Older Adults How To Be Cyber Safe On The Internet
ANN ARBOR - Cyber Patriot is a national program aimed at teaching young people and older people how to surf safely on the Internet. Tamara Shoemaker, founder of the Michigan chapter talks about the program
MCWT Hosts Fund Raiser For Women In Technology Camps, Scholarships
ANN ARBOR - Kathleen Norton-Schock updates what's happening with the Michigan Counsel of Women in Technology including a big fund raiser that the non profit hopes will generate a lot of money to fund summer
Breaking News
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
Ohio House Rejects DeWine’s Plan To Double Cannabis Tax, Senate Still Plans To Consider
COLUMBUS - The Ohio House rejected Gov. Mike DeWine’s plan to double marijuana sales taxes in its
GM To Increase Truck Production In US To Avoid Trump Tariffs
DETROIT - General Motors is planning to boost production of light-duty trucks in the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers Gets Fast Track Authority To Permit Enbridge Line 5 Oil Pipeline Construction Under Straits Of Mackinac
WASHINGTON DC - Army Corps of Engineers have been granted emergency permitting power to fast-track
Want To Get Into Ohio’s Legal Cannabis Marketplace?
COLUMBUS – Ohio opened the application process for Ohio recreational Marijuana Sales via Existing Medical
Federal Ban On Delta-8, Other Hemp-Derived Intoxicants Could Come By October
WASHIGTON DC - A ban on intoxicating hemp may not wait for the next U.S.
Controversial Roadmap Put Forth By Conservative Climate Change Policy Makers
WASHINGTON DC – The "Conservative Climate Change Policy: 2025 Presidential Transition Project" is a controversial
Ohio Cannabis Festival Picks Paid Joint-Rolling Judges
POMEROY, Ohio — An Ohio cannabis festival launching in the state’s first full year with
China Planning Offshore Wind Farm That Could Power Norway
CHANZHOU, China - The city of Chaozhou, in China’s Guangdong province, is going to build
Solid-State Battery First To Hit 620-Mile Range
PARIS - In yet another solid-state battery research breakthrough, Mercedes-Benz's partner in solid-state cell development
New Rooftop Wind Tech To Deliver 50 Percent More Power Than Solar
LONDON, England - A startup has taken a major step forward in tackling the global
ITC To Build New Interstate Power Lines From Indiana, Improve Michigan Service
NOVI – Michigan Electric Transmission Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of ITC Holdings Corp., announced
Information Systems Resources, Premier Ink Recycling Deal
DEARBORN – Information Systems Resources has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for Equipment Recycling
Be A College Basketball Superfan With New Xfinity Voice Commands
DETROIT - It’s time to get your brackets ready! March is one of the most
DTE Energy Announces Seven Senior Executive Promotions
DETROIT - DTE Energy announced seven senior executive rotations and promotions aimed at developing key
Winning Futures Howard Elected President National Black M.B.A. Detroit Chapter
WARREN - Bryan L. Howard Sr., program facilitator at Winning Futures, was recently elected by
True North Collective Hires Kelly Garety, Jamie Cooper For Director Positions
ANN ARBOR - True North Collective, a grower and processor, has made a couple of
Dunegrass Seeks To Bring Cannabis Tourism To Northern Michigan
ANN ARBOR - Dunegrass Cannabis operates a half dozen dispensaries in Northern Michigan and the
Michigan Cannabis Tourism, Featured On Four20 Post Live
ANN ARBOR - Our theme for June 8 was cannabis tourism. We had Brian Buchanan
Dutch Group To Open Large-Scale Hemp Processing Facilities In Indiana
OUDE PEKELA, Holland - Dun Agro Hemp Group, Inc., the American corporation of the leading
Featured News
MPSC Awards Nearly $21M In Grants For Renewable Energy And Electrification Projects
LANSING - The Michigan Public Service Commission will share nearly $21 million in grants across the state for renewable energy and
Michigan Minimum Wage Increases Twice In 2025
LANSING — Michigan’s Minimum Wage will increase twice in 2025 – first increasing on Jan. 1, 2025, following the usual rate
DTE Energy Building Three Solar Parks Funded By MIGreenPower Program
DETROIT — DTE Energy announced that it has broken ground on three new solar parks in the last four months, in
Michigan
Industry 4.0 Conference Draws Big Crowd, Awards Big Checks
LATHRUP VILLAGE—Industry 4.0 is the catchall term for recent advances in computing power, data analysis,
Toyota Debuts Prius Hybrids Amid Skepticism Of Its EV Strategy
DETROIT - Toyota Motor is not giving up on its flagship Prius hybrid anytime soon, despite
Gov. Whitmer Creates Semiconductor Talent Action Team
LANSING—The Michigan Economic Development Corp. and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer have established a Semiconductor Talent
MCWT Celebrates 20 Years Of Impact, Previews New Programs
SOUTHFIELD—The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation, along with host sponsor Dow Inc., gathered
Industry 4.0 Conference Draws Big Crowd, Awards Big Checks
LATHRUP VILLAGE—Industry 4.0 is the catchall term for recent advances in computing power, data analysis,
Toyota Debuts Prius Hybrids Amid Skepticism Of Its EV Strategy
DETROIT - Toyota Motor is not giving up on its flagship Prius hybrid anytime soon, despite
Gov. Whitmer Creates Semiconductor Talent Action Team
LANSING—The Michigan Economic Development Corp. and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer have established a Semiconductor Talent
MCWT Celebrates 20 Years Of Impact, Previews New Programs
SOUTHFIELD—The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation, along with host sponsor Dow Inc., gathered
True North Collective Hires Kelly Garety, Jamie Cooper For Director Positions
ANN ARBOR - True North Collective, a grower and processor, has made a couple of
Dunegrass Seeks To Bring Cannabis Tourism To Northern Michigan
ANN ARBOR - Dunegrass Cannabis operates a half dozen dispensaries in Northern Michigan and the
Michigan Cannabis Tourism, Featured On Four20 Post Live
ANN ARBOR - Our theme for June 8 was cannabis tourism. We had Brian Buchanan
Dutch Group To Open Large-Scale Hemp Processing Facilities In Indiana
OUDE PEKELA, Holland - Dun Agro Hemp Group, Inc., the American corporation of the leading
Michigan Cannabis Industry Fights 24 Percent Wholesale Tax In Court
DETROIT - The Michigan Court of Claims heard arguments Nov. 25 over the constitutionality of a
Richard Stiennon’s New Book Explores How AI Security Is Reshaping Digital Defense
Artificial intelligence is not just changing business workflows or creative tools - it is reinventing
Ohio Cannabis Communities Still Waiting for Millions in Tax Revenue — Relief May Come in December
COLUMBUS - Ohio communities hosting recreational marijuana dispensaries are still waiting for their share of
Runway Launches New Gen 4.5 AI Video Model — Claims It Beats Google & OpenAI
NEW YORK - Artificial intelligence startup Runway on Monday announced Gen 4.5, a new video model that outperforms similar
Advanced Technologies
AI Could Automate 25 Percent Of All Jobs. A List Of Most (And Least) At Risk
NEW YORK - Artificial intelligence is all the buzz lately. Generative AI chatbots like ChatGPT can summarize scientific articles for you, debug your faulty code, and write Microsoft
A Twisted Reactor From Hell Could Propel Nuclear Fusion Forward
NEW YORK. - While tokamaks are seen by many (including the U.S. Department of Energy) as the leading concept of commercial
The Case For How Artificial Intelligence Might Extinguish Humanity
NEW YORK - This is not the first time humanity has stared down the possibility of extinction due to its technological
MEDC Sr. V.P. Natalie Chmiko Updates Industry 4.0 Support Program
LANSING - Industry 4.0, the fourth industrial revolution, takes manufacturing into the tech age by using such advanced products as 3D
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
Quarterhorse, the Air Force’s Next Hypersonic Aircraft, Has Taken an Epic Leap
WASHINGTON DC - Few planes ignite the awe-inspiring passions of aviation nerds quite like the SR-71 Blackbird. From its stealthy design to its secretive history, the Blackbird simply screams cool—and it also helps that it’s the
Lawrence Tech To Establish College Of Health Sciences
SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University has announced the formation of a fifth college within the university—the College of Health Sciences. LTU President Tarek M. Sobh said the decision reflects the university’s addition of several healthcare education programs
First Hydrogen Cars Come To Market, Emitting Water And Purifying Air As They Drive
SOUTH KOREA - Hyundai has been leading the way with Hydrogen cars, bringing their first model to the market recently. The Hyundai Nexo SUV and Toyota’s Mirai sedan are powered by hydrogen fuel cells and
J.D. Power Acquires EV Data Company ZappyRide
TROY– J.D. Power has completed its purchase of ZappyRide, a New York City-based electric vehicle data company that builds white-label software and tools for automotive original equipment manufacturers, utilities, and other greentech stakeholders. The acquired
Michigan Bio-Sciences Growth Summit To Discuss Future Of Life Sciences In Michigan
LANSING – Join Gov. Rick Snyder and leaders of Life Sciences, politics and academia on December 8 to discuss how best to unleash Michigan’s biosciences research and development, and manufacturing potential to stimulate economic growth.
Corp! Wellness Award Winners Inspire Workers And Communities
WARREN - Wellness increases productivity, whether it’s for an organization or business. The Best and Brightest in Wellness awards provide companies, schools and churches with the opportunity to gain recognition and showcase their best practices.
Automation Alley Gets $45K From Business Accelerator To Fund Halley Orthopedics
TROY - Automation Alley has been awarded $45,000 from the Business Accelerator Fund to assist local tech startup Halley Orthopedics. Halley Orthopedics, recently named Startup of the Year at Automation Alley’s 15th Annual Awards Gala,
Health Care Costs Hurting Economic Recovery, Organization Says
LANSING - Rising health care costs, due to medical errors, unnecessary treatments and an antiquated payment structure, is dragging down consumer spending in other areas, an ultimately hurting the economy, a report released by the
Michigan Bio-Sciences Growth Summit To Discuss Future Of Life Sciences In Michigan
LANSING – Join Gov. Rick Snyder and leaders of Life Sciences, politics and academia on December 8 to discuss how best to unleash Michigan’s biosciences research and development, and manufacturing potential to stimulate economic growth.
Corp! Wellness Award Winners Inspire Workers And Communities
WARREN - Wellness increases productivity, whether it’s for an organization or business. The Best and Brightest in Wellness awards provide companies, schools and churches with the opportunity to gain recognition and showcase their best practices.
Automation Alley Gets $45K From Business Accelerator To Fund Halley Orthopedics
TROY - Automation Alley has been awarded $45,000 from the Business Accelerator Fund to assist local tech startup Halley Orthopedics. Halley Orthopedics, recently named Startup of the Year at Automation Alley’s 15th Annual Awards Gala,
Health Care Costs Hurting Economic Recovery, Organization Says
LANSING - Rising health care costs, due to medical errors, unnecessary treatments and an antiquated payment structure, is dragging down consumer spending in other areas, an ultimately hurting the economy, a report released by the
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
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?
NIO Generates Solid-State Battery Pack Exceeding 600-Mile Range
BEIJING - NIO, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has made a significant breakthrough in EV
EV Charging Pod Introduces Truck-Mounted Mobile Charging Platform
BRIGHTON – EV Charging POD has been developing stationary Natural Gas and Propane powered charging
Detroit Becomes Venture Magnet As EV Tech Startups Drive Growth
DETROIT - Detroit has not in recent history been regarded as a center of technological
Automakers Turning CES Into A High-Tech Car Show This Year
LAS VEGAS - VW offers a hint of the electric microbus it's expected to unveil
Ford And Google Deal To Be Announced At CES Goes Beyond Autonomous Vehicles
LAS VEGAS - While last-minute snags could yet delay a formal announcement, Ford Motor Co.
Digital and Mobile
Winners in Michigan’s Online Gambling Launch
DETROIT - Michigan has had an interesting recent history surrounding online gambling. You only have
Detroit Internet Exchange Gets Nonprofit Designation
SOUTHFIELD—After several years of effort, officials at the Detroit Internet Exchange (DET-iX) said the organization
As Ransomware Surge Continues, Where Next for Government?
LANSING - Global leaders want to carve out specific areas of critical infrastructure to be
High Paying Michigan CIO Jobs At Executive Search Partners Need Candidates
ANN ARBOR - Gary Erickson, the Managing Partner of Executive Search Partners, said he has
Google Chrome Has Become Surveillance Software
WASHINGTON DC - You open your browser to look at the web. Do you know
Florida City Pays $600,000 To Hackers Who Seized Its Computer System
RIVIERA BEACH, FLA - A Florida city agreed to pay $600,000 in ransom to hackers
Tamara Shoemaker Updates CyberPatriot Summer Camps For Michigan Students
ROYAL OAK - Tamara Shoemaker, Director, Detroit Mercy Center for Cyber Security & Intel Studies,
WatchGuard Names Former Trivalent Group North America Partner Of Year
TROY – The former Trivalent Group, now part of Rehmann, has been named North American
Business and Finance
4 Ways to Make Your Retail Store Successful
Image credit In 2022, brick-and-mortar retail grew faster than ecommerce for the first time in
Why Tech Is Important For Maintaining Your Vehicle
It’s hard to miss the fact that technology is such a big part of our
How To Choose The Right Software Partner For Your Business
Today, we’re looking into one of those make-or-break decisions in your business journey - picking
The Best Ways To Provide Aftercare In A Private Medical Practice
Starting up your own private medical practice is a good sign for your career! However,
Computer Attack Insurance Rates Rise After High-Profile Breaches
SAN FRANCISCO - Companies without cyber insurance could easily end up paying hundreds of millions
AutoMobili-D Powered by PlanetM
DETROIT - Now in its fourth year, AutoMobili-D Powered by PlanetM serves as the global stage
Michigan Angels Closes $2 Million Investment Fund 4
ANN ARBOR - Michigan Angels closed a $2 million Angel 4 Fund on December 31
Birmingham Angels Invests $518,000 In Startups In Late 2019
BIRMINGHAM - Birmingham Angels, part of CitySide Ventures, invested $518,000 in startups from September to
Finnish Businesses Coming to Michigan To Explore Investment Opportunities
HOUGHTON, MI – A Finnish business delegation will be coming to both the Upper Peninsula
True North Collective Hires Kelly Garety, Jamie Cooper For Director Positions
ANN ARBOR - True North Collective, a grower and processor, has made a couple of
Dunegrass Seeks To Bring Cannabis Tourism To Northern Michigan
ANN ARBOR - Dunegrass Cannabis operates a half dozen dispensaries in Northern Michigan and the
Michigan Cannabis Tourism, Featured On Four20 Post Live
ANN ARBOR - Our theme for June 8 was cannabis tourism. We had Brian Buchanan
Dutch Group To Open Large-Scale Hemp Processing Facilities In Indiana
OUDE PEKELA, Holland - Dun Agro Hemp Group, Inc., the American corporation of the leading
