FTC abandons Biden-era effort to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The tech giant sought to acquire Activision Blizzard, maker of the popular “Call of Duty” video game.
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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the goal is to have Apple bring more of its computer chip supply chain into the U.S.
Indianapolis-based Prevounce Health on navigating tariff uncertainty
The med-tech company sources its products from a Chinese manufacturer that is one of very few in the world capable of producing cellular-connected medical devices.
Hybrid power is here: Indianapolis 500 could be dramatically reshaped by jolts of electric juice
Hybrid technology will play a part in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” for the first time on Sunday. And if it comes down to the final laps, it could be a big part.
Googles unleashes ‘AI Mode’ in next phase of its journey to change search
The new feature makes interacting with Google’s search engine more like having a conversation with an expert capable of answering questions on just about any topic imaginable.
Carmel-based enVista to establish New Zealand presence
Carmel-based enVista, a supply-chain and enterprise technology consulting firm, plans to invest in the New Zealand-based company as a way to expand into the Asia/Pacific region.
Venture Club event hopes to capitalize on momentum from adjacent global gathering
The Venture Club of Indiana’s annual Innovation Showcase is an official side event of this year’s Global Entrepreneurship Congress, and the Venture Club is hoping to capitalize on the momentum of that much larger event.
Potential US semiconductor manufacturing boom complicated by Trump’s economic policies
Before “America First” became the Trump administration’s mandate for foreign policy and trade, one sector was already working to bring business back to the United States: the semiconductor industry.
Developer withdraws plans for massive Hancock County data center
Surge Development withdrew its rezoning request this week after significant public opposition to the plan, much of it voiced at a public information meeting earlier this month.
Coinbase said cyber crooks stole customer information, demanded $20M ransom payment
The largest cryptocurrency exchange based in the U.S said Thursday that criminals had improperly obtained personal data on the exchange’s customers for use in crypto-stealing scams.
Indianapolis-based Olio secures $11M venture investment
Olio offers a software platform that allows health systems, physician groups and insurers to coordinate patient care across different settings.
State government says hack caused overnight email blitz
Indiana Office of Technology officials said the emails were scams and discouraged recipients from clicking on the links.
Q&A: Geng Wang works to help organizations that give back
Geng Wang and co-founder Michael Jeffrey launched the startup Civic Champs in 2019.
2025 Innovation Issue: What’s a startup? Most say it’s a company that’s young, disruptive and scalable
Even seasoned entrepreneurs and business executives have different takes about exactly what constitutes a startup—or at least a successful one.
2025 Innovation Issue: Startup expert says founders need business skills in addition to a great idea
Rob Mathews, executive director of Ball State University’s Entrepreneurship Center, views leadership and innovation as inseparable attributes for a startup.
Rally innovation conference to continue as planned, likely without state support
Rally innovation conference creator Elevate Ventures says Rally will take place as planned this year, but organizers are not counting on financial support from the Indiana Economic Development Corp.
Tech industry warns investment pledges hinge on research tax break
Major tech companies lobbying to salvage a tax deduction for research and development say they might pull back from high-profile pledges of new U.S. investments if Congress doesn’t fully reinstate the break.
Bloomington entrepreneurship center The Mill names new CEO
The new leader replaces The Mill’s founding CEO, Pat East, who announced his departure in January.
Apple working to move to AI search in browser amid Google fallout
The heart of the dispute is Apple and Google’s estimated $20 billion-a-year deal that makes Google the default offering for queries in Apple’s included browser.
Launch Fishers working with California-based Plug and Play to help local startups
Launch Fishers recently formed a partnership with venture firm and accelerator operator Plug and Play, giving Launch Fishers members access to Plug and Play’s network of resources and connections across the country.