mikebrennan

About Mike Brennan

Founder of Michigan News Network, and serves as CEO, as well as Editor & Publisher of MITECHNEWS.COM. Brennan has worked since 1980 as a technology writer at newspapers in New York, NY, San Jose, CA., Seattle, WA., Memphis, TN., Detroit, MI., and London, England. He co-founded and served as managing editor of Pacific Rim News Service (SEATTLE), which developed a network of more than 100 freelance journalists in 17 Asia-Pacific countries.

The Everyday Benefits of Overhead Power Drops in Your Workspace

The electrical industry continues to adapt to the needs of modern workspaces, introducing solutions that prioritize efficiency and functionality. Among these advancements, overhead power drops have emerged as a practical option for power distribution. Designed to deliver electricity exactly where it’s needed, these systems enhance safety and organization in offices, warehouses, and industrial environments. For

By |2025-01-05T10:18:24-05:00January 5th, 2025|Guest Columns|

Future Of Renewable Vehicle Fuel Is Nitrogen, 700 Times More Powerful Than Hydrogen

DETROIT - There’s an up-and-coming player in the renewable fuel scene, and many people may be surprised to learn that it’s nitrogen. The world is united in its focus on finding alternatives to traditional fossil fuels and with so many innovations being developed, we can expect more fresh options to crop up in the foreseeable

By |2024-12-29T15:49:41-05:00December 29th, 2024|Auto Tech|

Ohio Cannabis Prices Down $50 An Ounce Since August Legalization

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The cost of cannabis in Ohio is decreasing. In August, the average cost of an ounce of dried cannabis flower was $261.50. The same amount of cannabis has an average cost of $211 in December, although data is only available through Dec. 16. That marks a $50 decrease in cost for Ohioans

By |2024-12-29T15:33:39-05:00December 29th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

Applications Open For New Cohort At Tech Ecosystem Incubator

ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw Community College will offer a second cohort of its Tech Ecosystem Development Incubator program aimed at fostering innovation and empowering local entrepreneurs. The new session begins the week of January 27, 2025. Applications are open until January 6. This collaborative initiative, funded and supported by the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti SmartZone Local Development

By |2024-12-29T15:07:09-05:00December 29th, 2024|Entrepreneurs, New Products, New Products / Contracts|

Onshore Wave Technology Ushers In Clean Energy Future

SAN FRANCISCO – Eco Wave Power has received the final approval to introduce its revolutionary onshore wave technology in the United States, marking a major milestone in clean energy innovation. This project, set to launch in Los Angeles, will be the first-ever wave energy installation in the country, laying the foundation for a more sustainable

By |2025-05-08T16:55:32-04:00December 29th, 2024|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

Legislature Gives Entrepreneurs $66 Million For Michigan Innovation Fund

Michigan’s startup community received a significant Xmas Gift on December 20. The Michigan Senate approved the $60 million Michigan Innovation Fund (HB 5651-53), and the House passed the final bills in the R&D tax credit package (HB 5100-5101). These initiatives will enhance investment in Michigan-based startups and drive research and development across the state. 1.

By |2025-05-08T17:28:22-04:00December 25th, 2024|Entrepreneurs, Featured|

MISO Board Approves Historic Transmission Plan to Strengthen Grid Reliability

CARMEL, Ind. — The Midcontinent Independent System Operator, an independent, not-for-profit organization that delivers electric power across 15 U.S. states, including Michigan, and the Canadian province of Manitoba, approved the largest portfolio of transmission projects in the nation’s history. The 488 projects span more than 5,000 miles across 15 states in the MISO footprint and include local reliability and growth projects, the Long Range Transmission Planning (LRTP) Tranche 2.1 portfolio of projects and the Joint Targeted Interconnection Queue (JTIQ) projects with Southwest Power Pool.  

By |2024-12-22T18:11:24-05:00December 22nd, 2024|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

2024 Cybersecurity Recap, And Look Ahead At 2025

ANN ARBOR - As 2024 comes to an end, cybersecurity professionals Richard Stiennon from IT-Harvest and Dan Lohrmann from Presidio highlight the top stories, including the reelection of Donald Trunp as president and what they will mean for the cybersecurity picture. They also cover some of the latest randsomware attacks, hacks and other cybersecuyrity issues

By |2024-12-20T12:29:35-05:00December 20th, 2024|Cyber Defense, mitechtv|

2024 Recap For Lawrence Technological University With President Dr. Tarek Sobh

SOUTHFIELD - It's been a busy year for Lawrence Technological University with new programs, new academic and business partners and new degree programs that deliver job-ready students upon graduations. Joining MITech TV is LTU President Dr. Tarek Sobh to provide all the details. He is interviewed by Matt Roush, who handles new and public relations

By |2024-12-18T15:05:51-05:00December 18th, 2024|ESD, M2 TechCast, mitechtv|