The buzz: Congratulations! How do you know when your tech startup is a success? A big enterprise answers your call.

The buzz: Congratulations! How do you know when your tech startup is a success? A big enterprise answers your call.

The buzz: “The customer’s perception is your reality” (Kate Zabriskie). Computers, mobile phones and devices listen, learn, speak in human-like cognitive interactions, thanks to Artificial Intelligence.

The buzz: “The customer’s perception is your reality” (Kate Zabriskie). Computers, mobile phones and devices listen, learn, speak in human-like cognitive interactions, thanks to Artificial Intelligence.

The buzz: Where does the average Joe store their money? In a bank’s current or savings account or a safety deposit. But the blockchain could become a new repository of value" (R. Botsman).

The buzz: Where does the average Joe store their money? In a bank’s current or savings account or a safety deposit. But the blockchain could become a new repository of value" (R. Botsman). Blockchain is redefining how we transact in the digital world where digitized trust is required. WEF research found 58% of tech execs expect 10% of global GDP ($5.3 trillion) to be stored on the blockchain by 2025. Are startups paying attention? The experts speak. Drew Hingorani, Ai-BlockChain: “It’s not...

The buzz: “The real secret of success in Government 2.0 is thinking about government as a platform” (Dr. Mark Drapeau).

The buzz: “The real secret of success in Government 2.0 is thinking about government as a platform” (Dr. Mark Drapeau). “Government of the people, by the people, for the people” resonates around the world, yet polls reveal deep distrust of governing institutions that forget the people. Enter E-Government and Open Government. When combined, they pave the way for Government 2.0, a next generation collaborative technology using social media, cloud computing, new technologies and AI-based apps...

The buzz: “Retail is undergoing a massive change, and there is a chance for new leaders to emerge and older brands to reinvent themselves." (Kirsten Green) Retailers: Your in-store customer experience can account for up to 98% of total sales.

The buzz: “Retail is undergoing a massive change, and there is a chance for new leaders to emerge and older brands to reinvent themselves." (Kirsten Green) Retailers: Your in-store customer experience can account for up to 98% of total sales. Going digital shouldn't mean focusing on “clicks” instead of “bricks”. To compete with online retailers, brick-and-mortar stores need to transform. How? Tesla acts strictly as a showroom, with no on-hand inventory and only online ordering. Apple,...

The buzz: “In 2017 over 2000 AI driven startups were being born...” (paganresearch.io/startups-that-are-leading-the-ai-space-right-now/).

The buzz: “In 2017 over 2000 AI driven startups were being born...” (paganresearch.io/startups-that-are-leading-the-ai-space-right-now/). From self-driving cars to drones to smartphones, intelligent homes and voice assistants – artificial intelligence is ingrained into every technology we use, whether Google, Apple, Amazon, Facebook, or others. How do new companies in the AI space imagine and develop breakthrough apps to help enterprises change the world for the better and smarter? Meet one...

The buzz: Where does the average Joe store their money? In a bank’s current or savings account or a safety deposit. But the blockchain could become a new repository of value" (R. Botsman).

The buzz: Where does the average Joe store their money? In a bank’s current or savings account or a safety deposit. But the blockchain could become a new repository of value" (R. Botsman). Blockchain is redefining how we transact in the digital world where digitized trust is required. WEF research found 58% of tech execs expect 10% of global GDP ($5.3 trillion) to be stored on the blockchain by 2025. Are startups paying attention? The experts speak. Drew Hingorani, Ai-BlockChain: “It’s not...

The buzz: “I’m actually as proud of the things we haven’t done as the things I have done. Innovation is saying ‘No’ to 1,000 things” (Steve Jobs, Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 1997).

The buzz: “I’m actually as proud of the things we haven’t done as the things I have done. Innovation is saying ‘No’ to 1,000 things” (Steve Jobs, Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 1997). The $1M Question for disruptive technology entrants: Compete or collaborate with the established players in your target market? But it’s more complex than that. Incumbent companies aware of newcomers’ challenges can acquire the best or disrupt themselves by exploring and rolling-in innovations on their...

The buzz: “The customer’s perception is your reality” (Kate Zabriskie). Computers, mobile phones and devices listen, learn, speak in human-like cognitive interactions, thanks to Artificial Intelligence.

The buzz: “The customer’s perception is your reality” (Kate Zabriskie). Computers, mobile phones and devices listen, learn, speak in human-like cognitive interactions, thanks to Artificial Intelligence. Smart companies are marrying AI-savvy bots with a human touch to help customer service reps prioritize, respond better, and proactively offer solutions that may eliminate the need for service. Can AI revolutionize your customer service interactions and service models? The experts speak. Bejoy...

The buzz: “Enterprise technology is big business, and the startup sector is bustling with companies capitalizing on the growth of demand for tools in the world of big data, devops, cloud, mobility, the internet of things and security scares” (Scott Carey). Ever buy enterprise software to streamline your workflow, boost productivity and enhance operations – but it’s hard to integrate and confuses your knowledge workers? Look to startups for the tools to help your knowledge workers unlock new...

The buzz: “Since 2015, I have invested in 22 startups in the mobility space.” (Ted Serbinski, Techstars Mobility) Mobility is moving at triple-Internet speed in our Mobile 2.

The buzz: “Since 2015, I have invested in 22 startups in the mobility space.” (Ted Serbinski, Techstars Mobility) Mobility is moving at triple-Internet speed in our Mobile 2.0 world, as BYOD adoption and enterprise-wide B2E, B2B and C2B disrupt traditional computing as well as our personal, professional and commercial digital dynamics. Can startups play a role? Yes, if they embrace the mindset of mobility and deliver cutting-edge solutions for the challenges and opportunities facing...

The buzz: “There's probably 5000 times more solar energy than the humans will ever need…It's a celebration of the abundance of human creativity combined with the abundance of the natural world” [William McDonough).

The buzz: “There's probably 5000 times more solar energy than the humans will ever need…It's a celebration of the abundance of human creativity combined with the abundance of the natural world” [William McDonough). Utilities are starting to grasp that the energy system of the future will fail without innovation, while facing consumer demands for better service and environmental sustainability. How to succeed? Employ or partner with innovative startups who think out of the box using AI,...