Lucid Group, Inc., maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, announced it has reached an agreement to acquire select facilities and assets in Arizona previously belonging to Nikola Corporation, subject to approval by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The transaction does not include the acquisition of Nikola’s business, customer base, or … [More]
Carvana Announces Enhanced Tech for Phoenix Inspection and Reconditioning Center
Carvana Co., an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, announced plans for an auction and reconditioning ‘Megasite’ integration in Phoenix. This effort will bring Carvana’s Inspection and Reconditioning Center (IRC) capabilities to its existing ADESA Phoenix wholesale auction location while maintaining digital and in-lane auction operations on site. The … [More]
Large-Scale Study Reveals True Impact of ASU Virtual Reality Initiative on National Science Education
A two-year study released from Arizona State University reveals the potential impact of story-driven virtual reality (VR) learning experiences on university students. More than 4,000 students taking VR biology courses enhanced through "Dreamscape Learn" showed marked improvement in academic outcomes, student satisfaction and lab grades in science courses, as … [More]
ACA Names Winners of 2025 Venture Madness
The Arizona Commerce Authority, in partnership with Venture Madness, announced three winners for the 2025 Venture Madness Conference. Arizona’s longest-running pitch competition, Venture Madness by Invest Southwest features early stage and emerging growth companies and offers participants exclusive access to the region’s most active, accredited angel investors and venture … [More]
Semiconductors, Data Centers and the Power Strain
Is Arizona ready for what’s next?
Arizona is at the center of two of the biggest technological transformations of the decade: the semiconductor boom and the rapid rise of AI-driven data centers. Together, they are reshaping the state’s economy, infrastructure and energy grid. Meta’s $1-billion data center in Mesa is one of the latest in a wave of large-scale facilities being built across the country to … [More]
EMD’s Latest Arizona Semiconductor Investment
EMD Electronics invested in advanced 300mm tooling and enhancing its capabilities in Flowable Chemical Vapor Deposition (FCVD) technology at its Tempe R&D lab in Arizona. This strengthens the company's dielectrics platform within the Thin Films business, aiming to meet the increasing gap-filling demands in logic, memory and packaging sectors for their customers and … [More]
What the President’s Speech Means for Arizona’s Semiconductor Future
The skyline of Arizona's semiconductor industry is changing — again. President Trump took to the stage before Congress, hailing the investment as a game-changer for American chipmaking. Although his speech had plenty of headline moments, one of the biggest takeaways for Arizona was Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s massive new investment in Phoenix. This move could … [More]
Why Businesses Must Own Their CRM in an AI-Driven World
As AI redefines industries, businesses relying on third-party CRM solutions risk falling behind. It’s become a necessity for companies to remain ahead of the game with custom-built, in-house CRM platforms to achieve efficiency, scalability and stronger client relationships. Recently, 72SOLD agents underwent rigorous beta testing to develop the company’s own CRM platform, Lead … [More]
Is Your Supply Chain Evolving?
4 Reasons AI Tools Are Essential for an Uncertain Future
The global positioning system revolutionized transportation for every person and every business. What once seemed impossible in terms of effortlessly navigating from point A to point B was now well within reach. Not surprisingly, the world took full advantage. Demand for services skyrocketed, and transportation grew increasingly complex. Today, mega corporations deliver … [More]
Established Service Provider to Introduce Electronic Monitoring Technology across Arizona
SuperCom, a global provider of secured solutions for the e-Government, IoT, and Cybersecurity sectors, announced it secured a new contract with a leading Arizona-based service provider that delivers evidence-based treatment and rehabilitative services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. This agreement marks SuperCom's strategic entry into Arizona, its … [More]
Robotic Process Automation Raising the Bar on Manufacturing
RPA in manufacturing 2025: uses cases, trends and predictions
For decades, manufacturing companies have been striving for greater operational efficiency and looking for new ways to reduce manual labor, not only on the factory floor but also in the back office. The implementation of robotic process automation (RPA) technology has enabled companies to achieve administrative workflow optimization that previously were unattainable and thus … [More]
C3ntro Telecom Announces Groundbreaking Expansion into U.S. with AI-Powered Fiber Network in Phoenix
C3ntro Telecom (C3ntro), a leader in global telecommunications and fiber infrastructure provider, announces the expansion of its cutting-edge, AI-enabled fiber network into the United States for the first time. The expansion, which began construction in January 2025, in the Phoenix metro area, shows C3ntro’s commitment to supporting the increasing demand for AI-driven data … [More]
7 Ways Your Encrypted Messaging App Isn’t Protecting Your Privacy
In today's digital age, instant messaging has become an integral part of our lives. We rely on these platforms for everything from casual chats to mission-critical communications. While many popular messaging apps boast "end-to-end encryption," the reality is that they often fail to provide true privacy. The issue lies not just in the content of your messages, but in the vast … [More]
School District Partners with STEM Programming Co.
Madison Elementary School District has partnered with GenTech, a community tech hub that provides personal tech support and STEM education programming, to bring industry-standard STEM education to Madison Park Middle School. The award-winning STEM program includes a curriculum on the latest technologies including AI, computer programming, robotics, and more. GenTech … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Smart Home Tech Co. CEO to Retire
Universal Electronics Inc., the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced that Paul Arling will retire as Chief Executive Officer on April 30, 2025. Arling will serve as a consultant until June 30, 2025 and will remain on the board through his term, which will end at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. … [More]
Who Is Intel’s New CEO?
Intel Corporation recently announced that its board of directors has appointed Lip-Bu Tan, an accomplished technology leader with deep semiconductor industry experience, as chief executive officer, effective March 18. He succeeds Interim Co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus. Tan will also rejoin the Intel board of directors after stepping down from the … [More]
Battery Market Leader to Establish North American Headquarters and Battery Facility in Phoenix
Representing a $20 million investment, the new facility will create 50 new jobs.
Eternity Technologies Inc., a global leader in the industrial battery market, announced the selection of Phoenix, Arizona, as the site of its new North American headquarters and cutting-edge battery manufacturing facility. This milestone investment underscores Eternity’s commitment to delivering world-class solutions for Motive Power and Reserve Power applications … [More]
ACA Awards $2M to Arizona WearTech and Other Applied Research Centers
The Partnership for Economic Innovation, a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona’s economic opportunities, announced that the Arizona Commerce Authority had awarded $2 million to support seven new applied research projects through its WearTech and Other Applied Research Centers. State funding matches $2.2 million in private … [More]
