C3ntro Telecom Unveils a Fiber Network Connecting Mexico and Phoenix

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  C3ntro Telecom (C3ntro), a leader in global telecommunications and fiber infrastructure provider, announced the launch of its most ambitious initiative to date: the Tikva Project. Tikva represents a transformative leap in cross-border connectivity, establishing a state-of-the-art, 2,500-kilometer fiber optic network between Phoenix, Arizona, and … [More]

New AI Platform Launched during Phoenix Startup Week Expedites Grid Interconnection Process

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Phoenix-based startup ArcusAI has launched a new AI-powered platform designed to significantly improve the grid interconnection process for renewable energy projects like solar and storage, as well as large loads like data centers. The US grid interconnection queue is currently experiencing significant growth and backlog, with over 12,000 projects seeking interconnection, … [More]

Arizona Biosciences Set Record Highs in Research Funding, Show Increasing Competitiveness

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Arizona continues to outpace the nation in several key bioscience industry and innovation ecosystem metrics, including gains in jobs and academic R&D expenditures. Still, challenges remain in the areas of commercialization and venture capital deal activity. Those are top-line findings in the latest data analysis commissioned by the Flinn Foundation to track the state’s … [More]

Idealab Arizona Announces Partnership to Drive Strategic Innovation in the Built Environment

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Idealab Arizona, a partner of Idealab Studio, a leading technology incubator, announced a strategic partnership with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, a leading international architecture, engineering, and urban planning firm, to accelerate the development of innovative startups focused on revolutionizing the built environment. This collaboration also leverages Idealab Arizona’s … [More]

New Partnership to Enhance Solutions for Data Center AI Performance

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Air2O, an expert in advanced thermal management systems, and Liquid Load Banks, a leading provider of comprehensive testing solutions designed to fully commission electrical and cooling infrastructure, announced a partnership that will enable the companies to deliver comprehensive solutions for mission-critical data centers in the AI era. Intensifying … [More]

Spirit Electronics Expands U.S. Semiconductor Capacity with Acquisition of SMART Microsystems

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As part of its strategic commitment to strengthening domestic semiconductor manufacturing, Phoenix-based Spirit Electronics has acquired SMART Microsystems, located at Lorain County Community College (LCCC) in Ohio. This expansion into Northeast Ohio marks a significant step in fostering academic and industry collaboration to accelerate innovation and workforce development in … [More]

onsemi Withdraws Proposal to Acquire Allegro MicroSystems

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onsemi announced that it has terminated its efforts to acquire Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. and withdrawn its all-cash proposal to acquire Allegro for $35.10 per share. While onsemi continues to believe that a combination of these companies would have brought two highly complementary businesses together, benefiting their respective customers and delivering immediate value to … [More]

Sustainable HVAC Co. Opens Manufacturing Facility, Boosting Data Center Cooling Solutions

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XNRGY Climate Systems, a leader in innovative and sustainable HVAC solutions, announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility within the Gateway East development in Mesa. The 275,000-square-foot facility, which begins production on May 1, 2025, marks a significant milestone in XNRGY's commitment to supporting the booming data center market and driving … [More]

Lucid to Acquire Select Facilities and Assets of Nikola

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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

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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

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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

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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?

by Stephanie Quinn

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

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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

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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

by Craig Pozen

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

by Dave Curtis

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

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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]

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