Illinois Technology Newswire

University of Illinois trustees approve Charles Isbell as chancellor starting August 1

URBANA, Ill. (WICS) — Charles Lee Isbell Jr. has been approved as the next chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and vice president of the University of Illinois System. The decision was made during a special meeting of the University …

Tech, Illinois set for home-and-home series

A home-and-home series between Texas Tech and Illinois has been inked, setting up the first matchups ever between the two basketball programs. The Red Raiders will travel to Champaign to play the Illini on November 11, 2025, at the State Farm Center before …

Because Ned Said: New Technology Helps Prevent Opioid Overdose

There has been quite a bit of talk in recent decades about opioid use disorder. It becomes very difficult to keep folks intent on abusing such substances from accidentally overdosing on them. Or, as FDA officials like to call it, “multiple tablet ingestion …

Meta becomes latest tech giant to sign nuclear deal to support energy requirements

Social media giant Meta and Constellation Energy have entered a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) to keep Illinois’ Clinton Clean Energy Center nuclear plant operational beyond 2027, securing 1,121MW of emissions-free electricity to support Meta’s …

VIEWPOINT: Big Tech Just Saved Nuclear -Now It Needs Thermal Storage to Work

This is the second installment in Brenmiller Energy's "Viewpoint" Series, which explores the infrastructure, innovation, and storage technologies needed to build a resilient, low-carbon energy future. TEL AVIV, ISRAEL / ACCESS Newswire …

Adobe, Illinois improve image segmentation with prompts

Business in brief: Ozarks Tech offers plumbing bootcamp in June

Ozarks Tech offers plumbing bootcamp In response to increasing demand for skilled maintenance professionals in southwest Missouri, Ozarks Technical Community College is launching a short-term plumbing course designed to help local businesses strengthen …

6 US States With The Worst Towing Protections (And 6 With The Best)

You'll find strange driving laws in many states, but what about protections for consumers? When it comes to driving, vehicle owners have a lot to worry about. There's car insurance, maintenance on your vehicle, and the fact that it could be towed …

By the Numbers: Northwestern’s U.S. News & World Report ranking, by category

Alongside the usual back-to-school excitement, Northwestern undergraduate students had extra reason to celebrate on the first day of classes last September. Their University reached its highest-ever spot — number six — in U.S. News & World Report’s …

Elon Musk-Donald Trump fights, Nintendo Switch 2 launches, Apple WWDC looms, and other top tech news this week

The tech industry witnessed dramatic developments this week, from a spectacular public falling-out between President Trump and Elon Musk that threatens billions in federal subsidies, to Nintendo's Switch 2 console launch creating massive consumer …

Why Indian students are the most affected by Trump's blockade

There are over 300,000 young people from the subcontinent studying in the United States, a number almost double that of ten years ago. What drives them towards the US are the shortcomings of a university system that is still uncompetitive also because it …

Illinois places last in the country for economic health: Study

(The Center Square) — A new study paints a bleak picture of the economic health of Illinois.  The personal finance website WalletHub has released its findings of the best and worst state economies.  Researcher Chip Lugo said Wallethub used three economic …

Study: Illinois places last in the country for economic health

(The Center Square) – A new study paints a bleak picture of the economic health of Illinois.  The personal finance website WalletHub has released its findings of the best and worst state economies.  Researcher Chip Lugo said Wallethub used three economic …

Pioneer technology had to adapt on the Illinois prairie

We can only imagine the reaction when the earliest 19th century settlers pushed west out of the Eastern forests and came upon the tall-grass prairies that covered most of Illinois. After all, they’d been used to settlement in the dense forests that …

Joliet Public Schools District 86 addresses Trump rule changes about school funding, diversity, and technology

Joliet — Since President Donald Trump assumed office in January, the Department of Education has issued a number of announcements and proposed policy changes. In a February letter, the department told schools across the country that they would lose funding …

2025 Women's College World Series: Texas routs Texas Tech to win program's first national title

After two runner-up finishes the previous three years, the third time was the charm for the Texas Longhorns, who captured the program's first national title after posting a 10-4 victory over Texas Tech in Game 3 of the 2025 Women's College World …

February phishing campaign compromised Illinois health data, department says

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services on Friday announced a data breach resulting from a phishing attack earlier this year that compromised the personal information of 933 people, including 564 Illinois residents. According to the …

Texas tops Texas Tech for Longhorns' first softball national championship

After two runner-up finishes the previous three years, the third time was the charm for the Texas Longhorns, who captured the program's first national title after posting a 10-4 victory over Texas Tech in Game 3 of the 2025 Women's College World …

AI executive Doug Peterson nominated to the Illinois State University Board of Trustees

Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday nominated an executive in AI strategy to the Illinois State University Board of Trustees. The governor tabbed Doug Peterson, the director of AI strategy and implementation for Chicago-based pharmaceutical company AbbVie, to serve …

From Nigerian Princes to AI Agents: How Scams Are Evolving in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

KISSIMMEE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The original email scam—often mockingly called the "Nigerian Prince" scam—was simple, crude, and surprisingly effective. Today, it has evolved. But instead of a desperate …

DVC Title Alert Surpasses $365 Million in Active Identity Protection Coverage

Service advises Disney Vacation Club owners to secure current pricing amid rising title fraud threats ORLADO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DVC Title Alert, a monitoring service built exclusively for Disney Vacation Club …

Chip Scale Package LED Market Set to Reach USD 18.05 Billion by 2035 Fueled by Compact Design and Power Efficiency Needs

CSP LED market grows steadily as industries adopt compact, energy-efficient lighting for electronics, automotive, and display applications. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global chip scale package LED market …

Center for Internet Security Awards Nearly $250,000 to Purdue University’s Technical Assistance Program

The Alan Paller Laureate Program Grant Will Support Cyber Underserved Communities EAST GREENBUSH, NY, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS®) is proud to announce that Purdue University’s …

Cloudwick Awarded AWS Generative AI Competency for Expertise in Secure and Responsible AI Solutions

Cloudwick earns AWS Generative AI Competency, recognizing its expertise in helping public-sector and enterprises build secure, impactful GenAI solutions. NEWARK, CA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cloudwick, a trusted provider …

Kurmi Software Expands UC Automation Portfolio with New Integrations for RedSky and Webex Contact Center

Announced at Cisco Live San Diego, the integrations strengthen Kurmi’s role as the centralized automation layer for unified communications and collaboration. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kurmi Software, a …

Southern Missouri Venture Fund Crosses Midpoint of $4 Million Raise, Bringing VC to Rural America

Cape Girardeau Investors Lead $2.1M Commitment to Rural Missouri Venture Fund CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Codefi today announced that its Innovate SOMO Funds has secured more than $2 million in …

Serein Capital Partners Debuts, Connecting Capital and Innovation from Athens to LA

New consortium connects experienced investors with founders building solutions for tomorrow's challenges. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Serein Capital Partners today announces its official launch, …

Nexxt Spine Announces Key Updates to Executive Leadership Team

Formation of the first senior executive team fueled by record growth in the past two years NOBLESVILLE, IN, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nexxt Spine, LLC, a privately held manufacturer of spinal implants and instrumentation, …

Major Digital Onboarding Market Trend 2025-2034: Surge In Digitalization Fueling The Growth

The Business Research Company's Major Digital Onboarding Market Trend 2025-2034: Surge In Digitalization Fueling The Growth LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

Digital Identity Verification Market Outlook 2025–2034: Trends, Growth Drivers, Share, and Future Forecast

The Business Research Company's Digital Identity Verification Market Outlook 2025–2034: Trends, Growth Drivers, Share, and Future Forecast LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

Black Mass Recycling Market Forecast 2025-2034: Insights on Size, Growth Drivers, Trends & Competitive Landscape

The Business Research Company’s Black Mass Recycling Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

Global Digital Twin In Construction Market Set For 17.3% Growth, Reaching $93.53 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company's Global Digital Twin In Construction Market Set For 17.3% Growth, Reaching $93.53 Billion By 2029 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

Global Due Diligence Investigation Market Growth: Projected To Reach $10.97 Billion By 2029 With An Impressive 7.6% CAGR

The Business Research Company's Global Due Diligence Investigation Market Growth: Projected To Reach $10.97 Billion By 2029 With An Impressive 7.6% CAGR LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business …

Global Digital Payment Gateways Market Outlook 2025–2034: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities & Forecast

The Business Research Company's Global Digital Payment Gateways Market Outlook 2025–2034: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities & Forecast LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business …

Key Trend Revolutionizing The Crypto Lending Platform Market In 2025: urge In Cryptocurrency Adoption Fueling The Growth

The Business Research Company’s Crypto Lending Platform Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The crypto lending platform market has …

Key Trend in Asset Tokenization Market 2025: Blockchain Platforms Driving Security & Efficiency Revolution

The Business Research Company's Assets Tokenization Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

Global Blockchain For Medical Records Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, and Growth Forecast

The Business Research Company’s Blockchain For Medical Records Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

Global Crypto Trading Platform Market Set For 15.1% Growth, Reaching $59.08 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company’s Crypto Trading Platform Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Historically, the crypto trading platform …

Global Crypto Tax Software Market Forecast To Reach $10.41 Billion By 2029 With 19.8% Annual Growth

The Business Research Company’s Crypto Tax Software Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The past few years have seen a significant …