The Impact of MRAM Technology on Arizona’s Past and Its Bright Future

by Stephanie Quinn

Based in Chandler, Arizona, Everspin Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in the cutting-edge design, manufacturing and commercial distribution of Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) and Spin-transfer Torque MRAM (STT-MRAM). The company caters to markets and applications where data persistence, data integrity, low latency and security are paramount.  Chandler, sometimes called the … [More]

From Desert Landscape to Semiconductor Epicenter

by Stephanie Quinn

Arizona’s desert landscape, specifically the Greater Phoenix area, has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years. It has emerged as the epicenter of the semiconductor industry, garnering the attention of tech giants and investors alike. The significance of this development cannot be overstated, as it has not only brought economic prosperity but also positioned … [More]

This Platform Is Reshaping Corporate Growth

by Nellie Wartoft

Drawing inspiration from YouTube, TikTok and other social media platforms, Tigerhall gives users bite-sized, real-world, actionable insights. Serving up content with all the features of the user’s favorite social platforms, Tigerhall is mobile and searchable, meaning users can connect in a way that best fits their daily workflow. As users engage with Tigerhall, they won’t … [More]

Why Is China Beating the U.S. in the Automation Race?

by Saman Farid

When my family moved to China in the ’80s, I saw first-hand what rapid industrialization looks like in manufacturing. Every city, town and village in China started building factories and, over the course of 20 years, the country became an industrial engine for the world. It gave me a sense of what’s possible and how quickly things can shift. Then I moved to the United States in … [More]

Nikola Celebrates Commercial Launch of Its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle

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Nikola Corporation, the zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions company, via its HYLA brand, achieved a significant milestone as it celebrated the commercial launch of the Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Coolidge, Ariz. The ceremony was attended by fleet customers, dealers from … [More]

Uber Freight to Stretch Across Several New States with AI-Powered Logistics, including Arizona

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During the company's annual customer conference that hosts nearly 300 of the world's largest shippers, Uber Freight announced the most comprehensive evolution of its logistics technologies designed to power the global movement of goods. Uber Freight has strategically grown the footprint of the Powerloop program to meet surging client demand for drop and … [More]

Partnership for Economic Innovation Secures Funding for Wearable Technology Research

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The Partnership for Economic Innovation (PEI), a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona’s economic opportunities, announced that the Arizona Commerce Authority had awarded over $1.8 million to support 8 new applied research projects through its WearTech Applied Research Center. State funding matches private and nonstate funds … [More]

Experienced Energy Executive Joins Nikola Leadership Team

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Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, is proud to announce the appointment of Joseph S. Cappello as President of Nikola Energy, effective September 25, 2023. As President of Nikola Energy, Cappello will oversee all aspects of the company’s energy business to support Nikola’s … [More]

Defense Department Announces $238M CHIPS and Science Act Award, ASU Selected for Microelectronics Commons Hub

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Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks announced the award today of $238 million in "Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act" funding for the establishment of eight Microelectronics Commons (Commons) regional innovation hubs. This is the largest award to date under President Biden's CHIPS and Science Act. "The Microelectronics … [More]

Nikola Corporation Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

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Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, today announced the appointment of Mary Chan as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective October 9, 2023. In her capacity as COO, Chan will lead the company’s engineering, program, product, supply chain, and manufacturing … [More]