Snapchat maker Snap issued its first earnings report as a public company on Wednesday, and, well, it could’ve gone better. The company’s stock plunged about 24% in after-hours trading, as of this writing, after revenues were lower than expected and, most importantly, user growth slowed.Here are the key numbers from Snap's Q1 earnings:EPS (adjusted): Net loss of $0.20 vs. $0.16.Revenue: $149.6...

Apple has acquired a sleep tracking hardware and software company.In a post on Beddit‘s privacy policy page, the company also confirmed that it has been acquired and furthermore that user information “will be collected, used and disclosed in accordance with the Apple Privacy Policy.”Terms of the acquisition were unavailable at this time, but we’ll keep sniffing.Beddit launched its products...

These days it seems like everything is “connected”—from the ubiquitous smartphone to entertainment systems in automobiles. Consumers’ homes are no exception, and as connected home technology becomes more commonplace, it’s helpful to know how consumers are making decisions about this type of technology. It’s also important for marketers to know which factors will ultimately drive consumers...

Slumber is becoming big business, with smart mattresses, performance sleepwear, and relaxation tonics emerging as overstressed youth look for new ways to optimize their wellbeing. The latest solution is taking the form of nap classes, boutique-style sleep sessions piggybacking on the meditation movement.David lloyd British health club brand David Lloyd created a sleep-themed fitness class for t...

David Feldberg, owner of Stratus Vineyards teamed up with New York based designer Karim Rashid, to create the sculptural Decant wine bottle.The goal of the project was to create an innovative bottle from the Stratus philosophy, ‘form followed by function’, which represents how the unfiltered Cabernet Franc wine is uniquely grown at Stratus Vineyards.Karim Rashid together with David Feldberg o...

Centered around Microsoft’s unique focus on creation and productivity, the Surface Phone introduces a beautifully-designed Surface product into the realm of smartphones.Following in the footsteps of the Surface tablet, the Surface Phone is powered by Continuum, and able to transition to a full-fledged desktop PC when equipped with a monitor and keyboard. This means you can keep your files and...

The capital markets ecosystem turned in a decent performance in 2016 compared with the previous five years. Although investment banking revenues continued to decline, they did so at a lower rate, while other types of players—such as exchanges and venues, information providers, and buy-side institutions—realized revenue gains.The net result was year-over-year (YOY) growth of 5% in total indust...

Look out, world: Alexa is coming to a screen near you. Today Amazon unveiled the Echo Show, a WiFi-enabled home device with a seven-inch screen that is the newest addition to its Alexa-powered Echo range of home hubs that plays media and responds to voice commands.While previous versions of the Echo have been all about asking Alexa questions and getting responses from her, this new device takes...

Customer choice has never been greater, so terrific design is essential for outstanding products and services—and to build lasting customer relationships.Because customers demand compelling experiences, successful companies create products with a “hook”—a certain look or unique features that meet customer desires and build brand loyalty. At a time when demand is restrained in many sectors a...