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Ukraine's Unsung Heroes: 3 Tech NGOs Leading A Democratic Revival
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 17:10
Three NGOs have been at the forefront of Ukraine's democratic revival in the wake of Crimea's annexation and the outbreak of the war in the Donbas. They use technology to counter public corruption, streamline governance ...
8BitDo's Pro+ gamepad provides 'ultimate' control with new software
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 23:50
8BitDo is releasing the Pro+ gamepad this month. It has all the features of a modern controller with its own customization software included for free.
FIFA 2020 and Megan Rapinoe? 1,100 fans petition EA to put women's soccer star on cover
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 22:55
Fans are petitioning Electronic Arts to put women's soccer star Megan Rapinoe on the cover of its next video game, FIFA 2020.
Channeling Innovation: How Does It Happen?
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 22:18
Some times the best innovation occurs from simply taking the effort to solve a practical problem you have.
Homeland Security Committee head seeks greater U.S. role in 5G standards
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 22:10
A leading Republican congressman wants the U.S. to take a larger role in international standards organizations as a means to combat Chinese influence.
Sources: Blackstone will buy mobile video ad firm Vungle for $750 million; founder lawsuit settled
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 21:25
Sources said that Blackstone paid more than $750 million to acquire Vungle, the mobile video ad company started by Zain Jaffer in 2011.
Surrogate raises $2 million for 'reality'-focused games and video streaming
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 20:25
Finland-based Surrogate has raised $2 million in funding for reality-focused game development and video streaming technology.
CEO Vik Verma Leads 8x8 To New Heights
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 19:59
Today we are essentially positioned with three very high growth markets, with a TAM (Total Addressable Market) of well north of $50 billion, with cutting edge technology, almost 200 patents.
Apple's push for a federal privacy law is reportedly hurting state efforts
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 19:48
Apple has been pushing for a U.S. federal privacy law, but has also impacted state privacy laws and deprived Congress of tested options.
Google's new 'data echoing' technique speeds up AI training
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 17:56
Researchers at Google detail a novel "data echoing" technique that they say might dramatically speed up AI model training.
CTA: U.S. consumer tech sales will grow 2.2% to a record $401 billion in 2019
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 17:45
The Consumer Technology Association said that it expects U.S. consumer tech sales to grow 2.2% to $401 billion in 2019.
U.K. clears Huawei to supply some 5G gear as U.S. prepares to ease ban
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 16:53
Huawei appears to be making some headway towards resuming business with U.S. companies, and getting its 5G gear into the hands of U.K. telecom carriers.
AI warns motorcycle riders before they turn too abruptly
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 16:30
Researchers at ETH Zurich and KU Leuven propose an AI system that warns motorcycle riders when they're about to take a curve too sharply or quickly.
These are the best places to launch a small business in America
CNBC - 15 Jul 2019 16:13
CNBC's 2019 America's Top States for Business study reveals the places that foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem have a good regulatory environment, low taxes and access to capital, making them the ideal spot to launch a ...
Intel's Pohoiki Beach is a neuromorphic computer capable of simulating 8 million neurons
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 15:30
At DARPA's Electronics Resurgence Initiative 2019 in Michigan, Intel introduced a new neuromorphic computer capable of simulating 8 million neurons.
Apple stops selling budget iPhone 6 and SE in India ahead of fall event
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 15:12
Four different affordable iPhone models are on the chopping block in India, bringing the entry cost of Apple's devices up -- at least, in theory.
DefenseStorm raises $15 million for automated cybersecurity and compliance solutions
Venture Beat - 15 Jul 2019 15:00
Georgia-based cybersecurity and compliance startup DefenseStorm announced that it has raised $15 million in venture capital.
Tangible Tips To Beat Pre-Interview Anxiety
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 15:00
Silence the voice in your head that is telling yourself you won't get the job.
The Real Economy Improves, Financial Markets Disapprove
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 14:49
June's jobs report is good news for the real economy, not good news for Wall Street.
Betsy DeVos: "Why Didn't You Forgive My Student Loans"
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 14:32
This teacher thought she would receive student loan forgiveness - until she was told this.
How Local SMBs Can Compete With Big-Box Competitors
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 14:30
Remember, competing against big-box stores calls for your commitment and patience.
How to Grow Your Business By Embracing Your Suck
Forbes - 15 Jul 2019 14:24
"Embrace your suck and focus on your strengths," says business coach Allison Tabor.