Silicon Valley

Are ‘Unicorns’ Much Less Valuable Than We Think?
Are ‘Unicorns’ Much Less Valuable Than We Think?
October 17, 2017  |  Investments

The valuations that have come out of Silicon Valley in the last few decades have been nothing if not eye-catching: $62.5 billion for Uber, $31...

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Cool, Comfort And Ecology — The Allbirds Secret To Retail Success
Cool, Comfort And Ecology — The Allbirds Secret To Retail Success
September 15, 2017  |  Retail

Claiming to have the “world’s most comfortable shoe” is a big statement. There are a lot of sneaker manufacturers out there ready and quite willing...

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Why Credit Unions Should Take Comfort in Risk
Why Credit Unions Should Take Comfort in Risk
September 01, 2017  |  Credit Unions

As the saying goes, no risk no reward. For the credit union market, the message is clear in terms of innovation: Put on your wingsuit...

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NEW REPORT: The Credit Union’s Biggest Risk — Not Taking Risks
NEW REPORT: The Credit Union’s Biggest Risk — Not Taking Risks
August 31, 2017  |  Credit Unions

Credit unions are risk-averse institutions by nature. But if credit unions don’t take a gamble on new financial innovations, they are inadvertently taking on another...

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Tech Center: Milwaukee Moves Up Tech Food Chain
Tech Center: Milwaukee Moves Up Tech Food Chain
July 11, 2017  |  Tech Center

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known for its breweries and scenic views,  has long been heralded as the place to go to relax and have a “cold one.”...

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Are Founder’s Visas A Thing Of The Past?
Are Founder’s Visas A Thing Of The Past?
July 11, 2017  |  Regulation

An Obama-era program aimed at making it easier for foreign entrepreneurs to launch U.S.-based startups seems to be on the chopping block as the Trump...

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Data Enabler Alooma Aggregates Data So Retailers Can Actually Use It
Data Enabler Alooma Aggregates Data So Retailers Can Actually Use It
June 19, 2017  |  Retail

Analyzing data is tough, but a lot of products and services have solved for that. When Alooma CEO and cofounder Yoni Broyde talked to retailers,...

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Quisk, Network International Set To Launch New Digital Payment Solution In Middle East
Quisk, Network International Set To Launch New Digital Payment Solution In Middle East
June 15, 2017  |  Digital Payments

Quisk Inc., a global provider of digital payment services and solutions located in Silicon Valley, announced that it will soon launch a new digital payment...

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Yahoo Takeover A Done Deal; Marissa Mayer Bows Out
Yahoo Takeover A Done Deal; Marissa Mayer Bows Out
June 13, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

And then, just like that, it was over. As has been widely anticipated and widely reported, Yahoo’s been consumed by Verizon, which is now combining...

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