The Next Dimension: How to Use Augmented Reality For Business Growth In The Era of Spatial Computing, by Tom Emrich, explores the power of augmented reality to propel business strategy into the next wave of computing. Readers can learn how AR is reshaping the digital landscape, crafting a new marketing mix and evolving retail into a brand-new consumer experience. The book … [More]
The Next Dimension: How to Use Augmented Reality For Business Growth In The Era of Spatial Computing
3 Steps to Destroying Hard Drives
Businesses need to dispose of hard drives at some point. This requires business owners to prioritize compliance issues and data security upon destruction of devices. The days are gone when users can simply delete files from a computer or format a hard drive. Here are three ways businesses can destroy hard drives the correct way. Data-Wiping Software Before … [More]
Semicon Valley: The Emergence of Arizona’s Semiconductor Landscape
Becoming a powerful force in the industry’s global footprint
At the inception of the semiconductor industry in the 1950s, the United States represented 100% of the world’s semiconductor manufacturing capacity due to its origins in the U.S. defense industry. Today, that number has dropped to 8%. With the increasing cost of integrated device manufacturing in the 1980s, the semiconductor industry was prompted to outsource fabrication to … [More]
From Mines to Microchips
Mining helps drive and build technology and is the very foundation of almost everything around us, from the copper, gold and silver used in electrical equipment, smartphones and healthcare equipment to the critical minerals that build the batteries, wind turbines and solar panels. Copper is crucial in semiconductor development, especially in advanced chip manufacturing … [More]
SHIELD USA Boosts Cutting-Edge Microelectronics Development in Arizona
Arizona State University has secured up to $100 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce as part of the CHIPS for America program for the SHIELD USA initiative. This initiative positions ASU as a key player in reshoring advanced microelectronics packaging to the United States, with the potential to transform the semiconductor landscape. The grant, awarded … [More]
SRP and EDP Renewables Announce New Energy Storage System to Support Increasing Energy Demand
Salt River Project (SRP) and Flatland Storage, a subsidiary of EDP Renewables North America have entered into an agreement to provide 200 megawatts (MW) of new energy storage to Arizona's grid. The Flatland Energy Storage Project will be a 200 MW/800 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system located near Coolidge, Arizona. The project will utilize lithium-ion technology, … [More]
Arizona’s Most Innovative and Impactful Companies, Leaders, Educators and Students Honored
The Arizona Technology Council, in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, have announced the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Innovation Awards to recognize Arizona’s most inspired technology achievements. This annual celebration honors companies and individuals who exemplify extraordinary progress, vision and dedication, driving Arizona's reputation as a hub of … [More]
Governor Encourages Next Generation of Technology and Transportation at Celebration of Innovation Awards
In her continuing commitment to fostering innovation throughout the state, supporting entrepreneurs, and working with private sector partners, Governor Katie Hobbs announced key actions to advance Arizona’s leadership in technology. At the Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards, in a speech outlining her framework for Emerging Tech in Arizona and key focus areas, … [More]
B2Gnow Names New CEO
B2Gnow, the leading provider of supplier diversity, prevailing wage labor compliance, and grant management solutions has announced the appointment of Bryan Proctor as its new Chief Executive Officer. Bryan Proctor joined B2Gnow in the spring of 2024 as the company's President. With more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry, including his roles as Chief … [More]
Mesa Medical Manufacturer Names New Chief Operating Officer
BioLab Holdings, Inc., a medical manufacturer specializing in wound healing products, has hired Hernan Lopez as its new chief operating officer. With close to 20 years of experience in the MedTech industry and seven years of experience as an operations executive, Lopez has played key roles in the success of early stage and hyper growth companies. “It’s an honor to lead such … [More]
Marketing Strategies in a World Of Opt-Outs
By now, the phrase “reject all cookies” is more closely associated with browsing the internet than dieting. In June, Google announced it would allow users of the Google Chrome browser to opt-in or opt-out of third-party data collection, effectively reversing its earlier decision to phase out third-party cookies in the second half of 2024. Businesses tracking users of Chrome, … [More]
The Intersection of Fleet Management Technology and Customer Satisfaction
Field service fleet managers face many complex challenges. From managing fuel costs to monitoring driver behavior for safety and compliance, they need the help of holistic fleet management software. However, technology alone isn’t enough. Fleets require more than just a vendor — they need a technology partner invested in their long-term success. The integration of advanced … [More]
Down but Not Out: Intel’s Arizona Fabs Remain Central to Its Global Strategy
Intel, a key player in the global semiconductor industry and an anchor for Arizona's tech economy, is at a critical juncture. Despite financial challenges and significant layoffs announced earlier this year, Intel's future remains tied to the success of its Arizona operations, particularly its massive investments in Chandler. These new fabs, built as part of a larger strategy … [More]
New Legislation Clears Path for Arizona’s Expanding Chip Industry
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly’s bipartisan Building Chips in America Act — a critical piece of legislation aimed at cutting the bureaucratic red tape that slows down the construction of semiconductor factories in the U.S. while proclaiming to maintain the bedrock protections for clean air and clean water — was signed into law by President Biden on October 2nd. The enactment of … [More]
ASU’s SWAP Hub Projects Secure $30 Million in Federal Funding
The Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, based at Arizona State University and comprised of more than 170 members — 75 large companies, 28 academic institutions and more than 60 small businesses — has been awarded nearly $30 million in federal funding for five projects aimed at strengthening U.S. semiconductor manufacturing. Hubs such as this serve as a crucial link between … [More]
The Realities of Ransomware
Ransomware: It’s a term and many times part of committing fraud that many businesses have become all too familiar with in recent years. A form of malware, ransomware is used by bad actors to infiltrate a company’s IT platforms and essentially hold their systems, stolen data or both until payment is made by the company to the perpetrator. Access to company IT systems and stolen … [More]
Venture Madness Introduces 2024 Board of Directors
Organization also appoints Tom Fulcher to board chair and promotes Karen Katzorke to president and CEO
Venture Madness unveiled recent changes to its Board of Directors for 2024 including the appointment of Tom Fulcher as Board Chair and Karen Katzorke as President & CEO. Fulcher also serves as President and CEO of The Idea Gardener LLC and has over 30 years of management experience with startups, small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. He is an angel … [More]
Nucleus RadioPharma Announces New Manufacturing Site in Mesa
Facility will put high-quality development and manufacturing for short half-life theranostic products within reach
Nucleus RadioPharma, the world’s first fully integrated development, manufacturing, and supply chain organization for radiopharmaceuticals, announced that it has signed a lease and committed to build a new manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona. Once operational in mid-2026, the 53,000-square-foot facility will create 50 new skilled jobs. The theranostic market currently … [More]
