In the wake of flooding damage across the Southeast, many social media posts have criticized the federal government response, often using false information.
Tad Dickens
Tad Dickens is technology reporter for Cardinal News. He previously worked for the Bristol Herald Courier and The Roanoke Times and likes to bang on his drums when he can. Reach at tad@cardinalnews.org or 540 293-6018.
Posted inPolitics
AI is the new tool in town for potential election interference
Sen. Mark Warner has cited some examples of artificial intelligence used during election season. A Virginia Tech professor spotlights ways to think critically about it.
Posted inEconomy
Nasdaq sends Luna Innovations delisting determination
The Roanoke tech company must file an appeal on Tuesday or lose its place on the stock market.
Posted inHealthcare
Addiction and recovery expert Warren Bickel, who spearheaded Fralin Biomedical Research Institute’s growth, dies at 68
Warren Bickel, whose addiction research and products helped put Roanoke, Virginia’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC on the map, died on Sept. 28, some four months after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Posted inEconomy
New Luna Innovations lawsuit names multiple board members among defendants
The new case, filed in federal court in California, alleges that former executives and current board members benefited from the Roanoke-based company’s accounting discrepancies.
Posted inEconomy
This neighborhood shows the challenges of bringing broadband to all Virginians
A small neighborhood in Roanoke County features many of the logistical problems associated with statewide broadband deployment, including river and railroad crossings.
Posted inEconomy
Virginia deems two-thirds of recently funded broadband expansion projects behind schedule
Logistical delays and difficult terrain have stalled multiple deployment projects, all of which are under a federal deadline for completion. A $30 million pot of state money might help speed things along.
Posted inEconomy
RAMP selects 4 businesses for fall 2024 accelerator
The group of four new businesses includes three with an AI focus.
Posted inEconomy
Project providing clean manufacturing space comes to Roanoke
A pilot project for life sciences and biotechnology production comes in part from a $100,000 grant from GO Virginia.
Posted inEconomy
Game Changer Week begins at Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center
The annual four-day event, which starts Tuesday, centers on learning and networking for technology professionals.
