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Corporate accelerators are essentially the best of both worlds: It’s a medium in which entrepreneurs are encouraged to innovate and improve and also a space that gives corporations the opportunity to improve themselves. This type of collaboration really goes the distance, too. Meritorious entrepreneurs are able to communicate to the corporate world in a way that was previously unavailable and corporations are profiting from it. It’s the perfect symbiosis and a true sign that innovation is a positive force not only for society, but for your wallet too....

The following list was inspired by the recently published Medium piece “300 Awesome Free Things” which listed various, free, online resources and tools that statups can utilize to operate their businesses. Among them, a handful of online resources were listed for finding relevant content on trending topics. We took some of those things, added a few of our own, and created the list of 16 below. One or two of the tools are focused more on helping content creators come up with relevant, trending content, but still fits in with the overall theme of trying to stay current with trends....

Hattery is a co-working, education, and events space in San Francisco’s SoMa district. Hattery dubs themselves “a community of thinkers, makers, doers, idealists, and realists who want to make the world better.” For now it looks like they will continue to be that community, just with the addition of 1776 companies in their midst. This will be the first acquisition for 1776 outside of the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia region), and it now provides them a solid base on the west coast....

The news that American businesses and consumers are being hit more frequently than other countries means it’s of utmost importance that US residents have antivirus software and other cybersecurity tools installed. The figures are all the more concerning considering that security teams have been scrambling to patch a Log4J vulnerability – a huge flaw in a logging library present in systems used by hundreds of millions of people – discovered just a few weeks ago....

The good news is that there are more options out there than you realize, and most of them don’t require a lot of startup capital. I’m not talking about building the next rising star clean energy or cybersecurity startup, I’m simply talking about taking the skills you already have and finding a way to monetize them on your own time and with the flexibility you desire. Entrepreneur.com recently published a book called 55 Surefire Homebased Businesses You Can Start for Under $5,000....

But as the launch date approaches, there’s this one persistent thought that keeps haunting you – what if nobody comes? To avoid this sad, sad scenario, I’m offering the following bluntly simple, yet highly effective growth hacking tips to invite the thrilled audience on the grad day X. 1. Get Free Press Coverage with Smart Outreach You know you need great publicity for your product, but you are not a PR person....

In a similar fashion, Israel Defense Force has, along with some corporative partners, developed world-recognized defense systems throughout the years, such as the Merkava tank and the Iron Dome rocket defense system. Nonetheless, the advances in the defense field keeps strong these days, with a lot of private investment going on. Cyber-security is getting a fair share of attention – an area where CyberArk is most recognized. However, there is also ongoing and less highlighted interest and private investment in the hardware niche, with a few companies taking some advanced military know-how to the general public....

Split Test Your Copy You should never underestimate the power of excellent copywriting. If your website fails to capture the visitors attention instantly with the right message, you may never have the second chance to do so. First of all, make sure that your texts are written according to the current best practices: You are using action-driven language and include prominent call-to-actions. You are using value-oriented language. Visitors immediately understand what the page is all about and what kind of incentive they can get here....

For example, the Council of Economic Advisers to the White House issued a brief pointing out how broadband access helps Americans cross the so-called digital divide. Apart from direct benefits like improved labor markets, the study also cites indirect ones, like access to better healthcare and enhanced civic participation. Currently, however, high-speed broadband access that is affordable, available, and as fast as advertised without excessive restrictions, is largely confined to certain large urban areas....

The brave ones who are sent to close deals are the people in their company who carry its fate in their hands. Much like battle, sales determines a company’s position. You need revenue to survive. Recruiting a great team is essential for building an amazing experience. Finally, when you pitch an investor, you’ve got to sell them on the whole package. If salespeople are like warriors we send into battle, then the art of selling is like the art of war....

The CreoPop 3D pen uses light-sensitive ink called photopolymers. While this has previously been used for professional applications within the 3D printing industry, CreoPop is the first application of the technology in a portable consumer device. When CreoPop is operated, the ink is immediately solidified by LED diodes surrounding the nozzle of the pen. This is in contrast to other 3D pens that typically rely on heating ABS and PLA plastic to temperatures of around 250 degrees Celsius / 480 degrees Fahrenheit....

The new comes through a study from Alignable which polled over 5,000 small business employers from May to July of this year. It’s a sign of the immense pressure that businesses are under as a direct result of the Covid-19 pandemic: Customers dwindled initially due to the airborn nature of the pandemic. Now, while customers have largely returned, inflation has continued to grow due to a reduction in capable workers — Long Covid may account for 15% of all unfilled US jobs....

You don’t care about how your business looksYou are fine with being mediocreYou do the bare minimum and nothing moreYou don’t spend money to improve your businessYou don’t care about your visitors And this is usually translated into, “because this business doesn’t care, I can’t trust them to deliver quality products or service.” Since this isn’t the message you want to send, you might want to take some time to look over your website to see if it has any of the following qualities....

Deterrence One of the best ways of handling cyber-espionage is to avoid it completely. To that end, deterrence is the option of choice for many governments. Many governments have issued statements promising military retribution in the event of a cyber attack. In some cases, these threats may simply be an attempt to deter any future cyber-espionage. In other cases, they may be true threats that the country will follow up on....

Luckily, business leaders can reduce the potential for a breach by understanding the basics of data storage. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Choose a Good Data Storage Partner You might be your own best storage option. If you’re going to manage data on-site, think like a hacker. If you’re going to outsource to a third-party provider, research the company’s background thoroughly, taking note of previous data breaches. Check all certifications, and look them up if you don’t understand their value....

The holidays are over by now, and perhaps you made a few blunders in your gift giving. The wrapping paper was peeled back, the box was gingerly opened, and the fake half-smile appeared. “Thank you,” they said. “It’s…nice.” You could have gone with a gift certificate, but who wants to buy a generic gift for someone they love? “Gift giving is also hard because we want to give gifts that reflect something about yourself, the recipient, and your relationship with them,” explains Giftly founder Tim Bentley....

Big Data Knowledge The major force likely to drive the Internet of Things is big data. IoT devices will work by collecting vast amounts of data and analyzing them, ensuring fast communication and quick solutions. Even if your field doesn’t seem like it would make use of big data, chances are if you’ll be using an IoT device, you’ll need to have at least some functional knowledge of big data....

As a result, instant messaging is used for many different purposes and in many different ways. In the recent period, many business owners and managers are asking the same question – is it a smart idea to use instant messaging in the workplace and in business activities in general. According to many experts, the answer is yes. If you want to learn why this is a smart and effective idea, then you should learn more about the benefits of instant messaging....

Many startups struggle with brand identity and marketing their product or service, which is just one reason why they often fail. It’s not due to lack of good ideas or hard work, it’s because of lack of awareness in the marketplace. Social media can be one of the most cost-effective means of increasing brand awareness for your startup. But don’t be fooled – social media is NOT free advertising. (More on this later....

Unveiled at Google’s I/O Conference this week, we’re seeing many of the slated features for Android P for the first time. Google states that it’s putting AI at the core of its latest operating system, so we can expect to see some smart features when the full update rolls out. It’s the small, quality of life changes that are perhaps most interesting though. These are designed to encourage us to use our mobiles slightly more responsibility, and reclaim a portion of our daily lives from that omnipresent screen....