Thursday, January 23, 2025 Dear ITC Members and Newsletter Subscribers, Welcome to the latest edition of the ITTC TechWire! We are thrilled to share some exciting updates with you as we continue to drive tech growth and innovation in Idaho.
As part of our commitment to keeping you informed and engaged, we are pleased to announce that our newsletter will now be published monthly. This change allows us to provide you with more in-depth insights, updates, and stories from our vibrant tech community.
In addition to our monthly newsletter, we are launching the Weekly Byte, a new initiative designed to keep you up-to-date with upcoming events and important announcements. Look for the Weekly Byte in your inbox every Monday morning, where we will highlight key events and opportunities for the week ahead.
Our mission at the Idaho Technology Council (ITC) is to build a strong tech community by bringing people together, supporting tech education, and advocating for policies that promote sustainable growth. Together, we are making Idaho a top destination for technology and innovation
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. We look forward to sharing more exciting news and opportunities with you in the coming months. "We love it when our friends become friends." Warm regards, Diane Bevan, President & CEO Betsy Davies, Operations Manager
CLICK HERE FOR THE 2025 OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT GUIDE
|
|
|
TikTok awaits Trump reprieve as China signals it is open to a deal
By Kenneth Li and Katie Paul // January 20, 2025 Reuters
Jan 20 (Reuters) - TikTok awaited an executive order granting it more time to strike a deal after President Donald Trump returned to power on Monday, as China signaled it would be open to a transaction to keep the app in the U.S. market.
The short video service used by 170 million Americans was briefly taken offline for U.S. users on Saturday, hours before a law that said it must be sold by its Chinese owner ByteDance on national security ground stook effect on Sunday. U.S. officials had said that under ByteDance, there was a risk of Americans' data being misused.
TikTok restored access on Sunday and thanked Trump for providing assurances to TikTok and its business partners that they would not face hefty fines to keep the app running. The app and website were operational on Monday, but TikTok was still not available for download in the Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab and Google (GOOGL.O), opens new tab app stores, suggesting the two companies were waiting for clearer legal assurances.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
|
| Amazon pauses drone deliveries for software changes; Oregon test crash ‘not the primary reason’
By Todd Bishop // January 18, 2025 GeekWire Amazon confirmed that it voluntarily paused its Prime Air drone deliveries in Texas and Arizona, but downplayed the role of a reported crash of two drones in December at an Oregon testing facility as a factor in the decision. “We’re currently in the process of making software changes to the drone and will be voluntarily pausing our commercial operations on Friday, Jan. 17,” said Sam Stephenson, an Amazon spokesperson, in a statement to GeekWire. “Our services will resume once these updates are completed and approved by the FAA.” Stephenson added, “The incident that occurred at our Pendleton, OR facility in Dec. 2024 is not the primary reason for our voluntary operational pause. Prime Air continued to deliver to customers safely and within federal compliance until we voluntarily paused the service on Jan. 17.” FULL ARTICLE HERE |
| AI Dominates 2025 Cybersecurity Predictions By John P. Mello Jr. // Jan 7, 2025 TechNewsWorld
When it comes to cybersecurity in 2025, artificial intelligence is top of mind for many analysts and professionals.
Artificial intelligence will be deployed by both adversaries and defenders, but attackers will benefit more from it, maintained Willy Leichter, CMO of AppSOC, an application security and vulnerability management provider in San Jose, Calif.
“We know that AI will be used increasingly on both sides of the cyber war,” he told TechNewsWorld. “However, attackers will continue to be less constrained because they worry less about AI accuracy, ethics, or unintended consequences. Techniques such as highly personalized phishing and scouring networks for legacy weaknesses will benefit from AI.”
“While AI has huge potential defensively, there are more constraints — both legal and practical — that will slow adoption,” he said.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
|
|
|
INTRODUCING
Noah Riley, Founder, AI Genius Automation DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR At AI Genius Automations, we specialize in designing and building custom AI-powered applications, software, and advanced automations. Our mission is to help businesses streamline their operations, reduce inefficiencies, and unlock growth potential by leveraging cutting-edge technology. INSPIRATION TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS We were inspired by the limitless potential of AI and automation to . . . READ MORE |
|
|
Certified solutions: Industry and schools are working together to solve workforce needs By Steve Lombard // January 22, 2025 // Idaho Business Review Check out College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) and the immense progress it has made under the leadership of the new President, ITC member, Dr. Lori Barber. |
". . .With a firm belief that education is a 'journey of transformation', a venture that expands beyond textbooks and the classroom walls, Barber, who took on the role of leading CEI in August of last year, sees the ASE certification program as a “mixing and marrying” of both credit and non-credit opportunities for students.
'This is such a novel way to approach getting someone the knowledge, skills and abilities they need,' she said. 'Because this program is considered non-credit, if the students decide to come back and want to pursue an associate’s degree in auto mechanics, all of the training they have done with the ASE certifications will then go right into that degree as credit for prior learning.'
For small businesses nationwide, and particularly in Idaho, where the Gem State was recently ranked as the No. 1 state for small business growth, innovative educational programs such as this can help transform today’s workforce and those of future generations. . ." FULL ARTICLE HERE
|
|
|
UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES |
|
|
The Idaho Division of Career and Technical Education has updated high school Business Management Program standards.
And we need industry leaders like YOU to validate them.
To help shape Idaho’s next generation of business professionals, please review the survey below to rate the criticality of each standard from an industry perspective. Your feedback is essential to align training to industry needs. The survey should take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete, and we highly appreciate you sharing with your network of business management professionals. Survey must be completed TODAY, before January 24th to participate.
Thank you for your time and contribution to this important project. Should you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out to the email: elaine.zabriskie@wdc.idaho.gov
|
|
|
Join us for the premier tech event of 2025,
Attending the Tech Expo is more than just an event!
It’s a journey into the future of technology. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest technological advancements and trends. Whether you’re a professional, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, the expo offers invaluable experiences.
The Eastern Idaho TECH Expo is free and open to the public (from 3-6pm), providing a unique opportunity to explore the region's growing technology expertise.
Attendees will have the chance to interact with cutting-edge companies, witness innovative demonstrations, and engage with industry leaders. This event serves as a vibrant showcase of Eastern Idaho's advancements in technology, offering valuable insights and connections for all who attend. Your participation will increase the visibility of the Eastern Idaho Tech Ecosystem. We invite you to register and participate.
If financial barriers are preventing you from attending, please contact our office for assistance. |
|
|
INTRODUCING
Peter Wolsborn, In Time Tec, Chief of Staff DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR
In Time Tec is an award-winning software development and IT company with offices in the US, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, Australia, South Korea, and Colombia. INSPIRATION TO JOIN THE ITC
I've worked with ITC throughout the years personally and have had the opportunity to work with Diane Bevan and the team more directly when I join In Time Tec over a year ago. In Time Tec has been a dedicated member of ITC for years and. . . READ MORE
|
|
|
NEW MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (ITC MAP)! |
|
|
What is the ITC MAP Our MAP program provides members of the ITC with discounts and member services for all your business needs!
BIO Services Program
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) is the first organization to contribute to this program. For no fee, ITC members can participate in the BIO Services Program. This is an amazing opportunity for those in the BioTech space or just looking for a cost-savings program to join! Interested in Contributing
Think you have a program that could benefit ITC members? If you are interested in contributing to the MAP program, please reach out to Diane Bevan at diane@idahotechcouncil.org for more information. Please note: you must be a member to participate or create a discount.
|
|
|
Interested in becoming more involved? Please consider joining the newly formed Idaho Technology Ambassador Committee, where you will have the opportunity to assist in planning and execution of events, meet new and existing members, and become the welcoming arm of the ITC. Sign up by CLICKING HERE
|
|
|
ADVERTISE IN ITC's TECHWIRE NEWSLETTER |
|
|
|
