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ISU researchers to apply game theory to cyberthreat assessment

A team of researchers at Iowa State University will use the mathematical concepts behind game theory to develop a better way to assess the threats of cyberattacks on the power grid. The ISU researchers, led …

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West Des Moines adviser becomes first Chartered SRI Counselor

Stephan Kerby, a financial adviser with KMF Advisors in West Des Moines, has became the first adviser in the United States to earn the new Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC) designation through the College for Financial …

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NOTEBOOK: In case you missed it…

In case you missed it…
A brief look back at news from the past week on BusinessRecord.com

SBA backs $6.8 million
The U.S. Small Business Administration backed 16 private loans to Central Iowa businesses in …

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Jan. 29, 2019: Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit

Host: Iowa Renewable Fuels Association 
About: Hear experts give their perspective on how biofuels will fit into future petroleum markets, the role for biofuels in meeting global clean air policies and overcoming trade and policy hurdles …

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New Iowa House minority leader says it’s an ‘all-Iowa’ job

Radio Iowa: Democrats who will be serving in the Iowa House next year met Saturday and elected State Rep. Todd Prichard of Charles City as their new leader. “The message was unity,” Prichard said after the …

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Holmes Murphy among Best Places to Work in Insurance

Holmes Murphy has again been recognized by Business Insurance magazine as one of the Best Places to Work in Insurance. The Waukee-based insurance brokerage was ranked sixth in the Best Medium Employers category. In conjunction with Best …

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Knoxville joins Greater Des Moines Partnership

The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce has become the 24th affiliate chamber member of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. The Knoxville organization has 140 business members who will automatically join the Partnership’s regional business members, now …

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Midland redevelopers approved for $4M in state historic preservation tax credits

The Chicago firm that plans a $40 million conversion of the historic Midland Building in downtown Des Moines has been approved for nearly $4.7 million in state historic tax credits for the project, according to …

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Trump, McConnell: Farm bill needs to pass in lame-duck session

President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell discussed passing the farm bill as a priority in Congress’ brief post-election session — seen as a long shot by some analysts, Successful Farming reported. 

The president continues…
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Iowa State College of Engineering launches new cyber security engineering major for fall 2019

Iowa State University’s College of Engineering is introducing a Bachelor of Science degree in cybersecurity engineering, which will begin in fall 2019. The Board of Regents approved the major at its Nov. 16 meeting. 

The …