technology
Could Games Replace CAPTCHA?
Detroit startup Are You a Human hopes gamification will outsmart the spambots for good.
Emerging Tech: 9 International Startup Hubs to Watch
Beyond the U.S., these are the places you'll find financial and other support for innovation in technology.
TV Startup Aereo Countersues Big Broadcaster
Aereo, a company that lets you watch live and recorded television on any device, is suing CBS in a David-and-Goliath-style battle.
Melinda Gates on the Power of Technology in Making Human Connections
Social entrepreneur Melinda Gates spoke about the importance of making ethical choices and leaving a mark on humanity during her 2013 commencement speech at Duke University.
Google Glass Competitor? Startup Creates Its Own Computerized Headset
A new device called Telepathy One focuses on real-time video broadcasting.
How Entrepreneurs Push for Innovation, One pocket at a Time
Think creating the next iPhone is tough? Try making the perfect pocket or purse to hold one.
Cornell University Gets Big Donation to Help Fund NYC Tech Campus
The new institute will be part of Cornell Tech, a graduate school expected to attract top
students and create new local companies.
Could Nebula One Reinvent Cloud Computing for Businesses?
Former NASA engineer strives to offer every company its own private cloud.
Caterina Fake’s Findery Aims to Be an ‘Adventure Machine’
With $9.5 million in funds from investors, the serial entrepreneur predicts her latest tech startup will encourage people to rediscover their sense of wonder.
Millennials and Money: A Look at How Young People Shop and Spend in America (Infographic)
Young people tend to shop more than their older counterparts, and they use technology as they shop in greater numbers too. Here, check out other striking stats on millennials' shopping habits.
Want to Make Your Startup Look Bigger? Tweak Your Phone System
When you're just starting up and you want to land top-tier clients, you'd be surprised how important a proper communications regimen can be.
9 Cities You Wouldn’t Think Are Hubs for Tech Startups
Beyond Silicon Valley and Silicon Alley, these are the places you'll find financial and other support for your business ideas.
Are You the Next Steve Jobs? A New Reality TV Show Might Be Looking for You
Simon Cowell and will.i.am are at the helm of a new show searching for the next great tech leader.
Yelp Co-Founder Jeremy Stoppelman on Innovating and Staying Relevant
In 2004, ex-PayPal software engineer Jeremy Stoppleman was hit with a bad cold. His frustration over trying to find a doctor on the web, sparked Yelp, an online service he co-founded where 78 million people each month read and write …
Tools, Technology and Retail Options that Make Starting Up Today a Cinch
Everyone knows starting up isn't easy. But before you feel sorry for yourself, think about what it was like when your grandparents or parents were your age.
10 Must-Know Tech Terms, Translated
Understanding these terms can help business owners deal more effectively with their IT specialists.
In Search of the Next Instagram? 5 Startups to Watch
From Ashton Kutcher investing in Dwolla to Instagram's record-setting acquisition, 2012 is shaping up to be the year of the startup. Here are five to watch.
Andrew Rasiej on the Next Big Wave in Tech — And How Young Treps Can Surf It
The NY Tech Meetup chairman offers his thoughts on the future of social media and helpful resources for starting up today.
Cloud Computing: When Does it Make Sense for Your Business?
Never more will we worry about the crashing of a hard drive being the downfall of the very existence of our businesses. All of our hopes and dreams about technological security have been answered. Cloud computing has come to the …
Making Sense of the Application Landscape
New year, new toys. Consumer electronics, that is. I’m just getting back and reflecting on CES (Consumer Electronics Show), the largest tech geek kickoff of the year. This year I got the chance to see the new consumer electronics and tech …
Oops! Common Mistakes Young Entrepreneurs Make on Their Websites
As a businessperson, it's understood that website traffic is one of the biggest factors in your success. Making sure that search engines find you and push customers to your site is of utmost importance. The real question, however, is what …
Five Social Media Tools for Every Entrepreneur
Social media platforms provide entrepreneurs with a number of key tools for branding and marketing. These tools can measure results, generate leads, increase conversion and awareness rates and improve the overall return on investment (ROI) So why do so many …
Choosing the Right Global Market for Your Online Business
Expanding can be one of the most exciting things for a business. With many businesses turning to ecommerce, it's now easier than ever to grow quickly and relatively inexpensively, particularly in markets overseas. But when you've got the world at …
SEO 101: The Basics Every Entrepreneur Should Know
The story goes that in ancient times (B.C. – and I don't mean before computers) women of ill repute would have a symbol carved on the sole of their sandals. As they walked through the dirt and mud of the …
Virtual Office 101: Tips for Better Productivity
I started my virtual company – Java Social Networking – about three years ago, and since then we’ve grown to 8 employees (and 1 dog) who work from homes and coffee shops around the country. Virtual offices pose their own …
