Michelle Bell

Analyzing the invisible infrastructure: how connectivity and intelligence are rebuilding our cities.

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Michelle Bell

About This Column

Michelle Bell is a strategist and analyst of the invisible networks that define our future. Formerly the author of Connected Futures, Michelle has expanded her lens to investigate how the "digital backbone" - from 5G and fiber optics to AI-driven grids - is fundamentally reshaping urban life and global mobility. She specializes in deconstructing the critical, often overlooked infrastructure that enables autonomous systems and sustainable cities to function. Her column is a destination for those who want to look past the hype of the vehicle to understand the intelligent networks that actually move the world.

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Michelle Bell 7 months ago

Powering Up the Grid: Hitachi & Blackstone Invest in Critical Infrastructure Service

Aging infrastructure and a growing demand for reliable power are driving a surge in investment in grid services. Hitachi Energy and Blackstone's partnership signals a strategic bet on the future of energy maintenance.

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Powering Up the Grid: Hitachi & Blackstone Invest in Critical Infrastructure Service
Michelle Bell 7 months ago

Delta’s RF Acquisition Bolsters Semiconductor Supply Chain, Powers Next-Gen Chip Production

Delta Electronics’ strategic acquisition of Noda RF Technologies signals a commitment to strengthening the semiconductor supply chain and enabling advancements in chip manufacturing through specialized RF power solutions.

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Michelle Bell 7 months ago

Platinum Equity Lands Anuvu, Betting Big on the Future of In-Flight Connectivity

Private equity firm Platinum Equity’s acquisition of in-flight entertainment & connectivity provider Anuvu signals a growing investment in passenger experience and the data-rich potential of connected travel.

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Michelle Bell 7 months ago

Beyond Ownership: Daylight Energy’s Subscription Solar Aims to Reshape Home Power

A new $75M investment is fueling a subscription-based solar model that bypasses upfront costs and leverages blockchain for transparent energy payouts. Could this unlock wider access to clean energy?

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Beyond Ownership: Daylight Energy’s Subscription Solar Aims to Reshape Home Power
Michelle Bell 7 months ago

Hormel Sweetens Justin's Future: Partnership Signals Shift for Big Food Brands

Hormel Foods and Forward Consumer Partners team up to unlock growth for Justin's, signaling a broader trend of big food companies spinning off successful brands for greater agility and innovation.

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Hormel Sweetens Justin's Future: Partnership Signals Shift for Big Food Brands
Michelle Bell 7 months ago

80 Mile PLC Pivots to Biofuels, Securing Key Agreements for European Supply

A UK firm is making waves in the European energy landscape, shifting from mineral exploration to sustainable fuel production and locking down vital feedstock and offtake deals to power its Italian facility.

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80 Mile PLC Pivots to Biofuels, Securing Key Agreements for European Supply
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