Marisa Holt
Marisa Holt, a senior at Utah State University studying Communications, is a TechBuzz intern from Salt Lake City with a passion for fostering a more informed and better world.



Utah’s fluoride ban reveals a deeper shift: emerging tech is enabling personalized water treatment, challenging public health orthodoxy and positioning Utah as a leader in smart utilities.
by Marisa Holt
Everee and dlivrd have launched the Expedite Visa® Pay Card, providing gig workers with near-instant earnings access. This partnership redefines payroll by prioritizing financial flexibility, enhancing worker satisfaction, and revolutionizing payment technology for the gig economy.
by Marisa Holt
Vasion (St. George, UT) has transformed from a print management company into a leader in digital automation. With cutting-edge, AI-driven SaaS solutions and social initiatives, it’s redefining enterprise workflows and global impact.
by Marisa Holt
FuelUp (Provo, UT), a BYU Sandbox startup, is transforming fuel delivery with its innovative mobile service, eliminating trips to the gas station. Through strategic pivots and customer engagement, FuelUp is scaling rapidly.
by Marisa Holt
At Utah Tech Week, experts from government, business, and academia tackled AI’s rapid evolution and ethical challenges. Hosted by USHE, panelists explored Utah’s balanced regulatory approach, AI’s role in mental health, and the importance of ethical safeguards.
by Marisa Holt
Utah State University launched the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Center on January 14, 2025, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among students, faculty, and industry to advance AI research, innovation, and real-world applications in science, healthcare, and beyond.
by Marisa Holt
Utah has emerged as a national leader in innovation, consistently ranking among the top states for fostering creativity, economic growth, and workforce readiness, as outlined in a recent Kem C. Gardner Institute report.
by Marisa Holt
Utah's clean energy sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by advancements in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, workforce training, and sustainable technologies, according to a December 2024 report by Eric Albers of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.
by Marisa Holt