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Montana Department of Commerce Weekly Roundup – Volume 3, Issue 38
The Weekly Roundup is a summary of events, news and information important to Commerce’s constituents this week. Click on any topic for more information.
Irish Team Builds Fastest DNA Computer Without Electricity
Maynooth University researchers developed a DNA computer that performs calculations using natural molecular interactions without continuous power. This breakthrough could transform energy use in computing, a key concern for Montana businesses facing rising energy costs.
Montana Department of Commerce Praises Billings for Downtown Revitalization Success
The Montana Department of Commerce highlighted Billings as a thriving community with strong ties among developers, entrepreneurs, and property owners. Their report commends the Downtown Billings team as trusted partners and champions of local economic growth.
Montana Supreme Court Clears Butte-Silver Bow Data Center Vote for November Ballot
The court overturned a retroactive deadline change, allowing Butte-Silver Bow residents to decide on data center construction. This ruling emphasizes local voter control amid new state laws affecting land use initiatives.
With $1 billion federal funding X-energy advances small nuclear reactor production
The Amazon-backed firm is aiming to build up to 144 of its novel Xe-100 reactors as the U.S. government seeks to revitalize an industry beset by rising costs. The project awaits key regulatory approvals and could influence future energy strategies nationwide.
How to pronounce ‘McGough’? You know…. the one in Montana
McGoff? McGoo? Mc…what? Don’t worry, Raleigh’s got it covered. Watch as we settle the great name debate and share what it really means to be part of McGough!
The Forest Business Newsletter Returns: Bigger, Better, and on Substack
The world’s most popular forest products industry newsletter relaunches with a splash
This Canadian Robotrucker Says Its AI Now Drives Highways Without Advance Training
Waabi said it completed the first fully autonomous truck run without the system previously practicing the 300-mile drive in simulation or relying on new real-world data.
MEDA conference members visit eye-opening companies in Sidney, Montana
The attendees had the pleasure of being introduced to three amazing companies in Sidney, Montana. For some of us the drive was longer than most but the rewards of learning more about Fairview Honey (A really sweet company), Basin Precast (Things are really tipping up) and PCS Insulation (That’s a wrap) were well worth it.




