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EV Tax Credits Latest Buzz In US Auto World
TROY - Michelle Krebs, Executive Analyst with Cox Automotive, known for the AutoTrader, Kelly Blue Book, and Manheim Auto Auctions, provides details about the new EV tax credit that came out from the IRS on
MPSC Commissioner Outlines New Rules For Utilities When The Electricity Goes Out
LANSING - A million Michiganders lost power in two storms more than a month ago. As a result, the Michigan Public Service Commission, after two public town halls, has revised rules that utility companies must
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
Breaking News
South Korea Scientists Develop EV Battery With 600 Mile Range
ULSAN - South Korean scientists have discovered why a unique battery cathode that could unlock
Why Ohio Pot Remains More Expensive Than Michigan
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohioans are paying less for marijuana than when recreational sales began but
Nearly $2 Million In State Grants For Semiconductor, Battery Education At WCC
ANN ARBOR – Nearly $2 million in grants at Washtenaw Community College (WCC), along with
Comcast RISE Program Offers West Michigan Entrepreneurs Cash, Tech
PLYMOUTH - Comcast announced Grand Rapids, Muskegon and surrounding areas will be one of five
Ohio Recreational Marijuana – What Shoppers Are Buying
COLUMBUS - All kinds of recreational marijuana products were made available to Ohioans in earlier this
Ohio Cannabis Customers Smoked $38.5M In First Two Weeks Of Adult-Use Sales
COLUMBUS - Marijuana sales in Ohio are surging since sales began on Aug. 6 with shops
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
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
MuteSolo Music App Let’s Artists, Users Isolate Voice, Instrument Tracks
KALAMAZOO - Musician and software developer Arturio Hinton was on the road listening to an
Benvenuti-Sullivan Named Chief Operating Officer At Franco
DETROIT - Tina Benvenuti-Sullivanhas been named chief operating office for Franco public relations. She previously
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
Some Municipalities Inadvertently Supporting Cannabis Black Market
SEATTLE - Some states’ cannabis legalization laws inadvertently allow local municipalities to establish specific regulations
Four20 Post Live Looks At Cultivator Licenses, Interim CRA Director
ANN ARBOR - On Four20 Post Live Sept. 21 we celebrated the first day of
Gov. Whitmer Appoints Acting Executive Director To Cannabis Regulatory Agency
LANSING - On Thursday, Gov. Whitmer announced the appointment of Brian Hanna as acting executive director
Michigan State Police Crime Lab Halts Cannabis Blood Tests After False THC Positives Discovered
LANSING - The Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division is examining a discrepancy discovered earlier
Featured News
Michigan Manufacturing Employing More Than 600,000 Workers Across the State
LANSING — Michigan is home to over 600,000 manufacturing workers employed by more than 12,000 companies, offering high-paying, successful career opportunities.
17 Companies Split $813,000 Through Michigan Mobility Prototyping Grant Program
SOUTHFIELD – The Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, in partnership with Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University, is pleased
2024 Michigan Cyber Summit, High School Cyber Summit Oct. 16 and 17
LANSING - The 2024 Michigan Cyber Summit will be held Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. The
Michigan
Meijer First Retailer To Run All-Electric Tractor-Trailer Trucks In Cold Climate Areas
GRAND RAPIDS—Meijer Inc., the retail chain, announced that it had deployed two of the first
LTU’s Centrepolis Accelerator Gets Grant From Breakthrough Energy Partners
SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University’s Centrepolis Accelerator has received a $125,000 grant from the Kirkland, Wash.-based Breakthrough
Google Debuts End-To-End Encryption For Gmail
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA. - Google announced on Friday that it's adding end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to
LTU Hosts High School Students Dec 16 For DECA Business Competition
SOUTHFIELD - Lawrence Technological University is hosting the DECA challenge Friday Dec. 16 on the
Meijer First Retailer To Run All-Electric Tractor-Trailer Trucks In Cold Climate Areas
GRAND RAPIDS—Meijer Inc., the retail chain, announced that it had deployed two of the first
LTU’s Centrepolis Accelerator Gets Grant From Breakthrough Energy Partners
SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University’s Centrepolis Accelerator has received a $125,000 grant from the Kirkland, Wash.-based Breakthrough
Google Debuts End-To-End Encryption For Gmail
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA. - Google announced on Friday that it's adding end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to
LTU Hosts High School Students Dec 16 For DECA Business Competition
SOUTHFIELD - Lawrence Technological University is hosting the DECA challenge Friday Dec. 16 on the
Some Municipalities Inadvertently Supporting Cannabis Black Market
SEATTLE - Some states’ cannabis legalization laws inadvertently allow local municipalities to establish specific regulations
Four20 Post Live Looks At Cultivator Licenses, Interim CRA Director
ANN ARBOR - On Four20 Post Live Sept. 21 we celebrated the first day of
Gov. Whitmer Appoints Acting Executive Director To Cannabis Regulatory Agency
LANSING - On Thursday, Gov. Whitmer announced the appointment of Brian Hanna as acting executive director
Michigan State Police Crime Lab Halts Cannabis Blood Tests After False THC Positives Discovered
LANSING - The Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division is examining a discrepancy discovered earlier
Detroit Auto Show Route 66 Exhibition Designated Official Centennial Project
DETROIT – The Detroit Auto Show announced its upcoming “Detroit Auto Show: Route 66 Centennial
Fusion Energy Advances Could Help Michigan Meet Surging Data Center Power Demand
ISRAEL - Israeli researchers at nT-Tao and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have developed a
Federal Court Blocks Whitmer’s Bid to Shut Down Line 5 Pipeline
LANSING — A federal judge has halted Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s long-running effort to force
C3 Industries to Close Webberville Grow, Lay Off 62 as Michigan Cannabis Prices and Taxes Squeeze Operators
ANN ARBOR — C3 Industries has filed a state Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification, or WARN
Advanced Technologies
Researchers: Artificial Intelligence Could Lead To Nuclear War
NEW YORK - Many experts in A.I. and computer science say the technology is likely a watershed moment for human society.
Senate Hearing Reveals US Tracking More Than 650 UFOs
WASHINGTON DC - As the US confirms it's tracking more than 650 potential UFOs the Pentagon has shared footage of a
5 Common Myths About Artificial Intelligence That Aren’t True
NEW YORK - There's been so much hype around artificial intelligence lately, especially with the release of AI tools like ChatGPT,
GPT-5 Could Create Artificial Intelligence Equal To Human Intelligence
GPT-4 may have only just launched, but people are already excited about the next version of the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot technology.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
MCWT President Jill Mariarano Outlines 2023 Goals
ANN ARBOR - Kathleen Norton-Schock returns to update all things Michigan Council of Women in Technology. Joining her is new MCWT President Jill Maiarano who outlines some of her goals for MCWT in 2023.. Details
Strange UFO Sighting At US, Mexican Border Witnessed By Thousands
MEXICO - During a game at Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez, a multi-purpose stadium in Juarez, Mexico, just across the Rio Grande from El Paso, Texas, soccer fans in attendance spotted a strange dark shape hovering
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
Mylan Loses Hostile Bid To Takeover Michigan’s Generic Drug Maker Perrigo
ALLEGAN - Mylan NV lost its $26 billion hostile bid for Perrigo Co. after a seven-month pursuit, a rare outcome in what shaped up to be one of the most bitter takeover battles in decades, the Wall Street
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,
Mylan Loses Hostile Bid To Takeover Michigan’s Generic Drug Maker Perrigo
ALLEGAN - Mylan NV lost its $26 billion hostile bid for Perrigo Co. after a seven-month pursuit, a rare outcome in what shaped up to be one of the most bitter takeover battles in decades, the Wall Street
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,
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
DTE Plans To Invest $145 Million To Provide Rebates For 19,300 EV Chargers To Target Low-Income Homes And Public Charging
DETROIT - DTE Energy officials said they expect more than a quarter-million additional electric vehicles
Stellantis CEO: “Bloodbath” Coming If EV Makers Follow Tesla In “Race To The Bottom”
AUBURN HILLS - Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has warned that a “bloodbath” is coming if
Thousands Of Car Dealers Pen Letter To Biden Asking Him To Slow EV Rollout
NEW YORK - In a public letter to President Biden, 3,882 car dealers spread across
Tires And Seasonal Changes: Adapting To Different Driving Conditions
Driving in extreme weather can be a challenge and is best avoided if possible, as
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
51 Percent Of Malware Exploits Sold On Dark Web For Microsoft Products
SAN FRANCISCO - According to the recent Atlas VPN team findings, 51 percent of exploits
New Transparent Display Engine Will Enable Augmented Reality In Real-World Applications
JACKSONVILLE BEACH - NewSight Reality, Inc. announced the successful demonstration of breakthrough core technology at
Pegasus Spyware: What To Know About NSO Group’s Phone Surveillance Software
SAN FRANCISCO - It's a doozy of a digital spying case. Security researchers found evidence
Russian Ransomware Websites Shut Down – Who Done It?
ANN ARBOR - In mid July, the Russian-based hacker sites that have triggered a series
DTMB Releases State’s Long-Term Job Outlook
LANSING - The Department of Technology, Management and Budget released the latest long-term regional employment
Michigan 2019 North American International Cyber Summit Oct. 28
DETROIT - The 2019 North American International Cyber Summit, has been announced for Monday, October
Seventh Annual Cybersecurity Purple Event July 17 In Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS – Many of the region’s best cybersecurity professionals who respond to in-the-moment cyber
Secure-24 Buys SAP Managed Services Provider
SOUTHFIELD—A unit of the Southfield-based managed services provider Secure-24 has purchased Symmetry Holding Inc., a
Business and Finance
26 Things Your Business Needs To Compete Online In 2024
Pexels - CCO Licence As we get into 2024, it is going to be more
Transforming the Landscape of Content Delivery: Exciting Developer Updates Unveiled by CacheFly
Introducing Enhanced Features for Faster, Smarter, and More Secure Online CDN Experiences Exciting times are
Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Health Insurance Plan
Photo by impulsq on Unsplash Health insurance plays a role in safeguarding your well being
A Comprehensive Strategy To Improve Your Online Brand Presence
Photo by Dominika Roseclay from Pexels: Let's look at some really cool ways to boost
How To Land That IT Executive Job
ROYAL OAK - Executive Search Partners' Gary Erickson Explains in this video series "How To
How To Make Money By Starting A Business
DETROIT - Most businesses are started because somebody, at some point wanted to make money.
Proven Ways To Increase Your Website Conversion
Summary: Your competitors are converting their website visitors. How effective is your website? Do you
Michigan House Panel Trims LARA Budget
LANSING - Proposed funding for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will jump in
MCWT Offers $50,000 Scholarship Fund To Women In STEAM
ROYAL OAK - Immediate past MCWT President Jane Sydlowski announces a new scholarship fund for
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
Some Municipalities Inadvertently Supporting Cannabis Black Market
SEATTLE - Some states’ cannabis legalization laws inadvertently allow local municipalities to establish specific regulations
Four20 Post Live Looks At Cultivator Licenses, Interim CRA Director
ANN ARBOR - On Four20 Post Live Sept. 21 we celebrated the first day of
Gov. Whitmer Appoints Acting Executive Director To Cannabis Regulatory Agency
LANSING - On Thursday, Gov. Whitmer announced the appointment of Brian Hanna as acting executive director
Michigan State Police Crime Lab Halts Cannabis Blood Tests After False THC Positives Discovered
LANSING - The Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division is examining a discrepancy discovered earlier
Business News
- Weekend Round-Up: Tesla's Legal Woes, Ford's Rejig, Uber's Robotaxi Bet, Lucid's New CEO And CarMax's Q4 Preview
- Weekend Round-Up: Binance Rivals Major Exchanges, Bitcoin's Million-Dollar Potential And More
- Trump to Iran: US 'Going To Knock Out Every Single Power Plant, and Every Single Bridge' If No Deal Reached
- Weekend Round-Up: Tesla's Legal Woes, Ford's Rejig, Uber's Robotaxi Bet, Lucid's New CEO And CarMax's Q4 Preview
- Weekend Round-Up: Binance Rivals Major Exchanges, Bitcoin's Million-Dollar Potential And More
- Trump to Iran: US 'Going To Knock Out Every Single Power Plant, and Every Single Bridge' If No Deal Reached
