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.

Ohio Cannabis Tops $1B as Regulation Tightens and Michigan’s New 24% Wholesale Tax Reshapes Midwest Competition

COLUMBUS - Ohio’s legal cannabis market reached a major benchmark in 2025, surpassing $1 billion in combined adult-use and medical marijuana sales during its first full year of recreational commerce. Adult-use marijuana sales launched in August 2024 following voter approval in November 2023. By the end of 2025, Ohio dispensaries had recorded: More than $836

By |2026-01-17T11:16:02-05:00January 17th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

Michigan’s Auto Industry Pivots to Energy Storage As Data Centers Strain The Electric Grid

ANN ARBOR - Michigan’s auto industry is quietly becoming part of the energy business. As electric vehicle sales growth slows and battery factories look for steadier demand, automakers including Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Tesla are expanding into stationary energy storage — large battery systems designed to stabilize electric grids, back up data centers,

By |2026-01-16T17:11:38-05:00January 16th, 2026|Auto Tech, Featured|

Embrace Artificial Intelligence To Keep Your Job Relevant

ANN ARBOR - Gary Erickson, managing partner at Executive Search Partners, said people today should not be worried about whether artificial intelligence will take their jobs. Instead people need to embrace AI to stay relevant in their jobs. Erickson's company places executive level job candidates in Information Technology manager and "C" level positions. As a

By |2026-01-15T16:19:06-05:00January 15th, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, mitechtv|

MCWT Executive Director Lori Koza Has Big Plans For Her Women’s Group

SOUTHFIELD - Lori Koza, the new executive director of the Michigan Council of Women in Technology, is interviewed by long-time MCWT volunteer Kathleen Norton-Schock. Koza said 2026 will be a pivotal year. Her focus will be on what she described as ISC. That stands for Impact, Sustainability, and Community. Watch this video to learn how

Trump Pushes “Great Healthcare Plan” as ACA Subsidies Expire, Setting Up High-Stakes Reset for Consumers and Businesses

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump has called on Congress to enact what he calls the “Great Healthcare Plan,” a proposal aimed at lowering insurance premiums, reducing prescription drug prices, and forcing new transparency across the U.S. healthcare system. Outlined in a White House fact sheet, the plan does not repeal the Affordable Care Act,

By |2026-01-15T13:33:09-05:00January 15th, 2026|Featured, Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

A New Leap in Workplace Efficiency: From Manual to AI PPT

By 2026, AI has evolved from just an assistant to the backbone of workplace productivity. In the past, creating a PPT meant juggling templates, fonts, colors, layouts, and constantly tweaking charts and images. The process was time-consuming, repetitive, and prone to mistakes. Now, presentation creation is entering a truly automated era. AI PPT tools like

By |2026-01-15T08:07:44-05:00January 15th, 2026|Guest Columns|

Michigan Cannabis Sales Slip in 2025 as Market Matures, New Wholesale Tax Reshapes 2026 Outlook

Michigan’s legal cannabis market closed 2025 with a modest decline, marking a clear shift from years of explosive growth to a more mature, price-competitive phase—just as a significant new tax takes effect in 2026. Total cannabis sales in Michigan declined 3.5% in 2025, finishing the year at an estimated $3.17 billion, down from $3.29 billion

By |2026-01-15T09:59:31-05:00January 14th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

Steps Airports Take to Make Passenger and Cargo Flow Smoother

Airports can feel crazy sometimes. Lines everywhere. People rushing. Bags rolling in all directions. But behind the chaos, a lot is happening to keep things moving. Planning, timing, technology—it all works together. Even stuff you barely notice, like electric airport ground support equipment, quietly keeps planes on time and luggage moving. You don’t see it,

By |2026-01-14T18:46:18-05:00January 14th, 2026|Guest Columns|

Inside Michigan Podcast Studios and the Technology Behind Professional Audio

How Michigan Podcast Studios Create Professional Sound Podcasting in Michigan has moved far beyond hobby microphones and spare bedrooms. Across the state, dedicated content studios are becoming part of media offices, tech hubs, and creative spaces. Platforms like MITech TV helped set the tone. Clean visuals, confident voices, and production quality that feels intentional. Listeners

By |2026-01-14T18:15:45-05:00January 14th, 2026|Guest Columns|

When Should You Contact Divorce Lawyers Sydney? A Complete Guide for Individuals Navigating Separation

Divorce is one of the most challenging life events anyone can face, and knowing the right time to seek legal guidance can make the entire process more manageable. Understanding when to contact a divorce lawyer is crucial, especially if you live in New South Wales where family law can be complex, heavily procedural, and sometimes

By |2026-01-14T17:39:55-05:00January 14th, 2026|Guest Columns|