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Disruptive Devices - Nolii
[Design]
2017/09/26 10:04
We believe in doing more with the tools you have, so you can be more focused on the important things in life.From chaotic cords and broken cables to limited charging solutions, our lives are too often interrupted by everyday tech challenges. We believe technology should improve your lifestyle, not complicate it. Driven by insightful market and user observations, nolii delivers a versatile syste...
(Infographic) The Everything Bubble
[Investing]
2017/09/26 10:03
It wasn’t always this way. We never used to get a giant, speculative bubble every seven to eight years. We really didn’t.In 2000, we had the dot-com bubble.In 2007, we had the housing bubble.In 2017, we have the everything bubble.I did not coin the term “the everything bubble.” I do not know who did. Apologies (and much respect) to the person I stole it from.Why do we call it the everything...
(Patent) Tesla Secures Patent For Battery Swap Technology
[Tech]
2017/09/25 11:12
Tesla has been granted a patent for a quick-swap Electric Energy Storage System (EESS), a new patent reveals.The new patent builds on Tesla’s earlier efforts to develop a functional and rapid battery swap system that could could compete with traditional gas station trips, something Tesla succeeded at offering but has since shelved. High capital costs of loaner batteries, a requirement for mass...
(Infographic) The Most Disruptive Unicorns Around The World, in One Map
[Investing]
2017/09/25 10:09
Unicorns are private companies and startups valued at over $1 billion. As access to technology, crowdsourced funds, and venture capital became more accessible over the last decade, here are the top ten unicorns that disrupted entire industries and retained private ownership during growth.[click to enlarge]With an annual GDP of $18.03 trillion, it's no surprise that the United States boats over...
Coffee Fix - Beauty and Grooming Products Infused with Coffee Provide a Pick-Me-Up
[Product]
2017/09/25 10:08
Coffee—a beverage that 51% of youth Trendsetters drink on a daily basis—has become more than a morning pick-me-up, it’s a part of culture. 40% of global youth think going out for coffee is an ideal date, and new variations of the brew are always popping up in the lifestyle space. These beauty and grooming products use caffeine in non-edible forms that coffee lovers can nonetheless enjoy.Nail...
Ikea Piggybacks on Apple With Playful Ads for Its Wireless-Charging Lamp
[Design]
2017/09/25 10:07
Your iPhone X's new best friend.One of the great things about Ikea is that it’s not afraid to jump on current events and even have fun with other brands. So many market leaders are above that kind of thing—it’s an underdog strategy, mostly. But Ikea doesn’t just do it—it does it well.Its latest playful ads are inspired by Apple, which just announced wireless charging on the new iPhone X. I...
Plant Based Proteins are Gaining Dollar Share Among North Americans
[Business]
2017/09/25 10:06
A recent Nielsen global survey found that 23% of consumers want more plant-based proteins on the shelves.Historically, consumers would gravitate toward meat to meet their needs for protein. And while a majority of North American consumers still choose meat as their primary source of protein, plant-based options are gaining traction. Notably, In North America, consumers are actively trying to in...
(Video) Switzerland Is Getting A Network Of Medical Delivery Drones - The Matternet Station
[Tech]
2017/09/25 10:05
Matternet’s new system will let hospitals quickly move samples to labs and get extra blood for emergencies. It’s the first of its kind operating in a dense, urban environment.Matternet, a Silicon Valley-based tech company, designed the drones, along with a cloud system for sending and receiving platforms–and a newly launched system that can autonomously load, launch, and land the d...
(Video) Li'l Electric Bike Pump Pops Into a Pocket - miniFumpa
[Product]
2017/09/25 10:04
The miniFumpa is a reusable alternative to compressed air canisters.When a cyclist has to change a high-pressure tire at the side of the road, pumping it back up using a compact hand pump can be quite the hassle. That's why many bikers utilize compressed air canisters, although they're not reusable. Another alternative was unveiled at Interbike this week, however – the pocketable miniFumpa bat...
