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Navigating AI adoption in mid-sized law firms
A practical guide for partners and practice leaders navigating the AI transformation The legal profession is navigating significant technological change. Within just two years, AI adoption among legal professionals has surged from 19% to 79%¹, creating tremendous opportunity and significant confusion for mid-sized law firms trying to separate genuine value[...]
Velaspan launches GRC cybersecurity service
Allentown-based Velaspan has introduced a new service that it said brings a modern approach to cybersecurity and risk management. The wireless design and network security solutions firm said its Governance, Risk, and Compliance as a Service (GRCaaS) offering is a managed service designed to help companies grow their business. “Companies and customers demand[...]
iDEAL Semiconductor partners with Richardson to expand SuperQ tech
Bethlehem-based iDEAL Semiconductor has announced it will partner with Power and RF specialist, Richardson Electronics. Under the agreement, iDEAL will gain access to Richardson Electronics' design teams and sales specialists to expand the reach of its efficient and high-performance power Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), which are based on the company's SuperQ[...]
Fulton Bank names COO to lead tech, operations
Kevin Gremer joins Fulton Bank as Chief Operations and Technology Officer Brings 27+ years of leadership experience in banking and IT Will lead digital innovation and operations across the bank Seeking to enhance digital experience and lead IT strategy, Fulton Bank has appointed Kevin Gremer as Senior Executive Vice[...]
PA launches micro and midsize business programs
Pennsylvania launches Micro and Midsize Business Programs Aims to support growing firms in IT, construction, and services Programs focus on inclusive procurement and business growth Pennsylvania has launched Micro and Midsize Business Programs to expand state contracting opportunities and support growing firms in IT, construction, and services. The Pennsylvania Department[...]
Astound investing $81M to upgrade and expand in region
Astound has announced a major expansion in the region. The internet and cable TV provider announced an $81 million investment on Tuesday that will update its infrastructure and expand its territory. A local team of over 600 workers have begun upgrading over 4,800 miles of Astound's infrastructure and extending its[...]
Technology may help employers lower health care costs
In the past, an imperfect and often complicated health care system, along with rising costs, impacted consumers’ ability to easily access care. According to the America’s Health Rankings 2024 Annual Report, nearly 11% of adults nationally avoided care due to the expense in the previous year. Offering benefit plans that[...]
PFMA podcasts offer insights on retail, tech, workforce trends
PFMA launches Season 8 of Shelf Confidence podcast on Aug. 7. Topics include workforce development, cybersecurity, and brewing. New episodes premiere every Thursday through Sept. 25. The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) announced that its Shelf Confidence podcast returns Aug. 7 with Season 8, covering workforce, cybersecurity, brewing, and[...]
DEP cuts permit backlog 98% with tech, new programs
DEP cut permit backlog by 98%, from 2,400 to fewer than 50 Over 58,000 inspections completed to ensure environmental compliance New SPEED and PAyback programs modernize permit process and guarantee timely reviews The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has reduced permit backlog by 98% in 2025, launched SPEED[...]
Debate over autonomous trucks rolls on
Aurora shifts safety observer to front seat in AV trucks after PACCAR's request OOIDA raises concerns over Aurora’s safety claims and limited road testing Regulatory oversight gaps cited by OOIDA and FMCSA as major safety issues As concerns over autonomous vehicle (AV) truck safety and oversight continue, Aurora is[...]
Local community colleges to take large role in Amazon AI education plan
Community colleges in the state are getting a boost to help foster AI innovation. Amazon recently announced that it plans to invest at least $20 billion to establish multiple high-tech cloud computing and artificial intelligence innovation campuses across Pennsylvania. The investment is expected to create at least 1,250 high-paying, high-tech[...]
Shift4 makes Fortune 1000 for second time
Shift4, a Center Valley-based integrated payments and commerce technology company, has once again been named to the Fortune 1000 list. The list, published annually by Fortune magazine, recognizes the largest public companies in the US by revenue. This is the second consecutive year that Shift4 has been named to the Fortune 1000 list. “It’s[...]
