Lucid Group, Inc., maker of software-defined vehicles and technologies, announced a comprehensive financial and product strategy designed to scale its business, accelerate its path to profitability and positive free cash flow, and extend its technology leadership into higher volume premium segments of the global automotive market. At Lucid's investor day in New York, the … [More]
Phoenix Aero Firm Debuts Engine for Autonomous Combat Drones
A new breed of engines will power next-generation Collaborative Combat Aircraft that will fly high-risk missions in contested environments. CCA engines will need to be efficient, reliable and affordable to meet the specific needs of these highly autonomous aircraft meant to fly as “loyal wingmen” alongside conventional crewed military fighters. Honeywell Aerospace, the … [More]
Amazon-Backed Robotaxi Co. to Debut in Phoenix, Plans for Operations Hub
Zoox, Amazon's autonomous taxi spin-off, announced that they are launching operations in Arizona, beginning with Phoenix, and expanding testing in Texas to Dallas. To support its growing operations, the company will also be opening new depots in Phoenix and Dallas, as well as a new Fusion Center facility in Scottsdale, creating hundreds of jobs in these communities. With the … [More]
Amkor Doubles Down on Arizona
Amkor Technology Inc. is doubling down on Peoria, raising its projected 2026 capital spending to between $2.5 billion and $3 billion, with much of that investment directed toward the advanced packaging campus taking shape near Loop 303. The project is supported by more than $2.85 billion in government incentives and tax credits, funding tied to construction milestones as the … [More]
It’s 2026. Is Your Website Optimized for SEO/AEO?
As VP of Web Development at Go Fish Digital, I’m often asked whether building a website today looks different from a year ago. The surface-level answer might appear to be no. Most sites follow a familiar journey: discovery, sitemap, design, build, SEO and launch. This lines up with our broader E.C.H.O. model (Explore, Correlate, Harness, Optimize), which centers on connecting … [More]
The Power of Global Partnerships in Shaping the Future of Innovation
… And Arizona’s expanding role in advanced technology
Global partnerships are no longer just a public-sector initiative or a trade mission objective. For corporations in fast-moving, system-level industries, it has become a strategic lever for innovation, supply chain resilience and early visibility into emerging technologies. The most effective models link startups, established industry, universities and government into a … [More]
From Fabs to Classrooms
Arizona’s semiconductor buildout is no longer measured only in factories and cleanrooms. It is being shaped in classrooms, research labs and, increasingly, in cross-border partnerships. The University of Arizona has formalized an agreement with National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, an applied research powerhouse deeply embedded in Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. Together, … [More]
ACA Partners with University on $35.5M Semiconductor Cleanroom Expansion
As the state is anticipated to add over 25,000 new jobs in the semiconductor industry in the coming years, the Arizona Commerce Authority and the University of Arizona are strengthening the workforce pipeline with a $35.5 million facility expansion. University, government and industry leaders unveiled the Office of Research and Partnerships’ Nano Fabrication Center … [More]
$13M Microreactor Investment Positions Greater Phoenix as Nuclear Innovation Hub
NuCube Energy, Inc. announced that it has secured $13 million in funding to deploy next-generation nuclear technology in the United States and help address the demand for increased clean and sustainable energy sources. NuCube Energy, co-founded at Idealab Studio in 2023 by entrepreneur Bill Gross and nuclear engineer Dr. Cristian Rabiti, is developing a high-temperature … [More]
Banner Launches One of Nation’s Largest Robotic Surgery Investments
Banner Health patients will experience faster recoveries, fewer complications, and better surgical outcomes thanks to a sweeping investment in the most advanced robotic surgery technology available. Banner Health is upgrading its surgical robot fleet to Intuitive’s da Vinci 5 system – one of the largest investments by any health system in the nation – reinforcing its nonprofit … [More]
Open House Showcases Leading Alzheimer’s Research in Phoenix
Some of the worldwide leading research in more accessible – and affordable – testing for Alzheimer’s disease is being done in Arizona. New research laboratories dedicated to revolutionizing the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related brain disorders were on display Friday at the Banner Sun Health Research Institute in Sun City. "These labs will serve as a … [More]
AI Agents are Reshaping Retail Strategy for Arizona Businesses
As 2026 begins, one technology trend is gaining momentum: the rise of AI agents. AI agents are software systems that analyze data, make decisions and take action automatically, often in real time, without constant human input. Once limited to large national retailers, this trend is now shaping how small and mid-sized businesses approach operations, pricing and customer … [More]
AI Arms Ransomware Gangs for Historic 2025 Haul; 2026 Could Be Worse
With thousands of victims claimed by criminals throughout the year, 2025 was one of the most fruitful years for ransomware gangs yet. AI was a big help.
Artificial intelligence may not be orchestrating major cyberattacks on its own just yet. However, it’s making attacks easier to carry out and it’s putting smaller, less protected businesses at even greater risk. What the Data Is Telling Us Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and this can be seen with the naked eye. In 2024, RansomLooker, which relies on constant … [More]
How RESO-Aligned Data May Reshape Community Governance
For decades, real estate data has centered on listings such as price, square footage, location and transaction history. While essential, these attributes tell only part of the story, particularly for the more than 77 million Americans living in community associations who collectively pay approximately $100 billion in annual dues across properties representing more than $11 … [More]
Tech with a Human Touch: Bringing Business Efficiency and Empathy to the Dental Chair
In healthcare, and especially dentistry, technology is no longer optional. Today’s patients expect transparency, convenience and faster results. For small, patient-centered practices, integrating the right technology can mean the difference between surviving and truly thriving. At Alpers Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we’ve leaned into innovation to deliver a more personalized, … [More]
Strong AI Demand Pushes TSMC toward Its Next Phase in Arizona
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is having a moment, and Arizona is watching closely. The world’s largest contract chipmaker reported a 35% jump in fourth-quarter profit, beating market expectations and capping a year of record performance driven largely by demand for advanced chips used in artificial intelligence. At the same time, TSMC signaled that its U.S. … [More]
DSV Builds Its Largest Arizona Facility in Mesa
This month, DSV began construction on a nearly 1 million-square-foot logistics facility in Mesa, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and sustainable design elements, including solar panels, just east of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. “DSV’s investment in a new 950,000-square-foot facility in southeast Mesa is a major vote of confidence in our region’s growing role in … [More]
Semiconductor Chemicals Firm Targets Casa Grande for Next Arizona Facility
Arizona’s chip growth is no longer confined to the City of Phoenix and its immediate suburbs
Arizona’s semiconductor growth is starting to show up in places beyond the major fab sites. Increasingly, it is appearing in land transactions, rail-served sites and industrial facilities built to support large-scale manufacturing. One of the clearest signals of that shift came in late December, when Sunlit Arizona purchased 40 acres in Casa Grande for a planned hydrofluoric … [More]
