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Apple Launches AI Manufacturing Forum in Michigan

5/6/2026

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Apple held its inaugural Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum in East Lansing, Michigan.
Priya Balasubramaniam said the academy provides U.S. manufacturers with practical AI applications.
Katie Runyon said training from Apple and Michigan State University gave tools applied immediately on the factory floor.
Launched in 2025 with Apple’s $600 billion Advanced Manufacturing Program, the academy has supported over 150 U.S. businesses and will hold free sessions May 12-13, June 9-10, and July 14-15.

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Apple held its inaugural Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum in East Lansing, Michigan.
Priya Balasubramaniam said the academy provides U.S. manufacturers with practical AI applications.
Katie Runyon said training from Apple and Michigan State University gave tools applied immediately on the factory floor.
Launched in 2025 with Apple’s $600 billion Advanced Manufacturing Program, the academy has supported over 150 U.S. businesses and will hold free sessions May 12-13, June 9-10, and July 14-15.