Mark is Co-founder/Editor of TechBuzz News. From Ogden, UT, Mark attended WSU, BYU, and Tufts. He has been involved in tech, media, publishing since the 80s.
Hypercraft (Lindon, UT) has raised $26 million in Series A funding led by Stalwart Ventures (Provo, UT) and SDF (Abu Dhabi) to expand its software-defined mobility platform and launch HyperLynk™, advancing hybrid-electric systems for automotive, defense, and industrial applications.
Appli (Sandy, UT) says its AI-powered financial calculators are driving increased loan conversions and search traffic at First Source Federal Credit Union (New York), a key customer, showcasing the fintech’s ability to deliver personalized, high-converting digital lending experiences.
UVU students develop an autonomous electric aircraft tug to reduce fuel use, emissions, and enhance safety, earning industry recognition and exploring commercial applications for broader airport operations.
Utah’s inaugural Data Privacy and Governance Summit revealed a bold state-led vision for citizen-controlled digital identity, ethical AI, and public data accountability—positioning Utah as a national leader in digital rights infrastructure.
Trace AQ, a University of Utah spinout, raised $1.25M to commercialize AI-driven air quality forecasting, helping enterprises manage wildfire smoke, regulatory risk, and environmental disruptions with predictive insights.
Milford Mining boosts copper production, vital for electronics, using AI-driven tech and sustainable practices, creating jobs and reducing U.S. reliance on foreign minerals.
UVU is hosting the inaugural data governance summit on May 29, 2025. It is sponsored by the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy, the Smith College of Engineering and Technology, and the Utah Office of Data Privacy. Attendees are encouraged to participate via livestream, as it is nearly full.
Tandem Ventures (Draper, UT) and AskElephant (Lehi, UT) launch a statewide competition to spotlight Utah's top emerging marketers, offering a $10,000 prize and a platform to pitch ideas to leading marketing executives.
