But soon after, several Apple Pay users discovered that they would not in fact be able to utilize the NFC chips already installed at several of their favorite retailers (Rite Aid, CVS, Wal-Mart, Target, 7-11, Best Buy, The Gap – all of the companies in the MCX family.) By disabling the NFC readers, these stores also effectively shut down any Google Wallet transactions. The checkout processes were programmed to display a prompt to customers asking them to utilize a different form of payment....

Mike Galbo is the COO and cofounder of the data collection application for hospitals, Aidin. Galbo aims to create a better relationship between hospitals, patients, and post-acute providers to decrease the likelihood of patients being re-admitted into hospitals. Post-acute care refers to the treatment and care patients receive after being discharged from the hospital for serious or life-threatening conditions. Aidin leverages Medicare data and prior patient experience to provide the best quality of post-acute care for patients....

The changes aren’t drastic, just small quality of life adjustments. But, the price won’t change much either. That’s good news for anyone who has been eyeing up an Oasis recently, but it’s also a blocker for most people looking for a more budget-friendly Kindle. Is the time right to grab the Oasis, or is the Paperwhite still king when it comes to value? Yes, there are a few smaller differences....

This instance of breaking labor laws, however, seems a bit more serious, as the Chinese are the ones blowing the whistle on Apple, which could have some serious repercussions down the road. What Laws Have Apple Reportedly Broken? According to a reputable report, Apple has been violating a number of Chinese labor laws in the production of iPhones and other devices. For one, it’s been employing a staggering amount of temporary staff, or dispatch workers, at Foxconn’s Zhengzhou plant....

Honesty is built into the lean startup approach championed by Eric Ries that has spread worldwide. By creating and testing hypotheses, entrepreneurs are being honest about whether their beliefs – about what the customer wants, or why they want it – are right or wrong. The very term “vanity metrics” implies that startups are prone to a specific form of self-delusion: lying to yourself about how well you’re doing. Your user numbers might be going up, but what about active users?...

Flexible, bendable, foldable screens – call them what you want, but they’re pretty much all anyone can talk about when it comes to tech innovations. Motorola has risen from the dead with news of the revamped Razr, and Samsung has managed to bounce back after one of the worst smartphone launches in recent history with its own foldable device. Now, at CES 2020, it’s clear that further tech companies are hungry to get a piece of that sweet foldable screen mojo, and their concepts for the tech are nothing if not interesting....

A recession isn’t a death rattle for all businesses, though. With the right strategy, you can fend off a recession, and we’ve tapped a wide range of business experts, entrepreneurs, and founders to provide you with some advice on how to survive the upcoming recession in 2023. Take Care of Your Money The first thing many business owners think about when a recession hits is money, which is a good idea....

In promoting the consumer electronics industry, CEA has a mission that includes spurring innovation in America. That’s where startups come in. Right before CES this year, CEA launched a new membership category for startups. For $95 per year – rather than the regular $850+ – startups get access to the same CES deals, market research, training, and discounts on business services. This year’s CES saw 154 startups exhibiting at Eureka Park, the dedicated zone for startups that launched in 2012....

China banned the trading of cryptocurrency in 2019, but individuals and businesses were still able to conduct transactions using cryptocurrencies. However, this new law has effectively made the entire concept of cryptocurrencies illegal in any capacity within the country of China. This will have many knock-on effects both within and outside of China, as the estimated value of cryptocurrencies take a massive drop, and any business that used cryptocurrencies connected to China will have to quickly rethink their finances....

Given that the immigration process is a multi-step, multi-year process, having a platform that guides, collects, and stores the vital information, while also processing the data to generate actual filings, is of substantial value to millions of immigrants in the USA. Clearpath has built and recently beta-tested its platform that directs users through a series of questions to generate an accurate and complete form. This is more challenging than it sounds as many of the documents and questions call for specific answers that are often confusing or overlooked....

Technology has changed and enhanced our lives more than we could ever realize. From tracking our health and managing our finances to improving home security and expanding communication efforts, there is nothing technology hasn’t touched in our lives at one point or another. Besides, the thought of going through the day without our smartphone, laptop, smart TV, health tracker, or even your alarm clock, is somewhat terrifying. When it’s time for consumers to take the plunge and purchase the latest technology, CNET is a trusted resource with tech experts out in front of the trends and provides advice, how to’s and reviews to help consumers get the most out of their devices and gadgets they use in everyday life....

So, what is Startup Week and what can you expect from this momentous celebration? Startup Week is put on by Up Global, which is “a non-profit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, grassroots leadership, and strong communities”. Up Global describes Startup Week best as, “over the course of five days, participants in Startup Week can choose the events they’d like to attend. Typically these events are held at various venues across a city....

Take a look at the infographic below to learn more about the internal and external IT security risks facing our cyber environment — no matter what size your business is. Image Credit – Keys: Flickr/Richard-G What’s causing these breaches? Cybercriminals use many methods used by to gain access to company networks. Among the most popular are phishing and malware. In fact, more than 30 million new malware programs are created each year — roughly 82,000 a day....

While it may not quite have the cache of Presidents Day or Independence Day, it is a good opportunity to take stock of the information we share online; check our passwords, and ensure that we’re reducing the risks to our data in our day-to-day digital life. We’ve collected some useful advice below that will help you become more data-savvy, and help you stay that way. Update Your Passwords In many cases, a password is your only barrier between a hacker and a wealth of your personal data....

Dazzled Cars is a neat little app combining marketplace and social network functionality for car lovers. It was dreamed up and created by Scott Cairns, CFO of an automotive company in the Middle East. Dazzled Cars aims to connect all people who love great cars from all over the world.Dazzled Cars opens with a live newsfeed, where you can browse the latest pictures taken in various places on the globe by users who spotted a gem parked down the street....

The AT&T Aspire Accelerator kicks off at Runway in downtown San Francisco, CA. The five startups selected to participate in the edtech accelerator were chosen from hundreds of applicants, and represent some of the best and most innovative ideas in education. As part of the accelerator program, each startup will receive a $50,000 investment and an additional $25, 000 to cover program expenses. The six-month program will put each company through a customized program to accelerate their growth, connecting them with the mentorship and programming they need to take their product to the next level....

Just this week, the company released the list of startups in Disney’s accelerator’s 2016 class. As Inc.com reports, those startups have an increase of multi-million-dollar budgets already: Among them are electronic building block company LittleBits, VR startup Jaunt, and “open-network publishing platform” Playbuzz. Techcrunch offers a further clarification: Disney’s accelerator will no longer be capping each startups’ potential investment at $120,000. The news comes alongside similar stats for the entire industry: As I noted earlier this month, VC investment hit an all time high in the second quarter of 2016—due entirely to massive investments in unicorns....

Project 100 is a membership-based system that is controlled by a mobile application. The application will give you access to cars, like Zipcar; drivers, like Uber; and bike share, like viaCycles, all under one offering. Centered around a sophisticated mobile booking system, Project 100 uses zones to determine the best transportation method for your location and specified action. Currently Project 100 is focused on Las Vegas but it is being built for scale....

Making a beautiful blog header image doesn’t have to be difficult, even if you’re not a designer. Sure, you could use a stock photo that reflects the subject of your post, but there’s a good chance you will come across another blog post with the same image. With some simple edits, you can take an image and make it your own. Here are 5 blog header image design hacks....

Her current role as EIR at the UN Foundation was a breakthrough role itself: She was the first ever Resident Entrepreneur at the United Nations Foundation. In that role, she chaired the UN Foundation’s Global Entrepreneurs Council and helped build global partnerships that positively affect the UN’s most pressing humanitarian issues. Among her many notable achievements there, she created the Girl Up campaign, which gives American kids the opportunity to help girls in developing nations....