Tagged: technology

Great Parents Academy Launches Rockethub Campaign to Increase STEM Workers in U.S.

By 2018, the United States is expected to have 2.4 million unfilled jobs within the Science, Technologies, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. To help curtail these numbers, on Tuesday (October 28th), Great Parents Academy announced the launch of a RocketHub crowdfunding campaign to provide low-income students across the country with the company’s flagship… Read More

First Feature Length Movie for Oculus is a Horror Film (Video)

The Oculus Rift is one of the most well known rewards crowdfunding campaigns ever.  The VR headset that is a gamers dream raised over $2.4 million on Kickstarter as thousands backed the campaign.  Oculus went on to raise many millions from VCs – only to… Read More

Crowdfunding Mailbox: Packed Pixels Extra Monitor, Sonic Decanter & Tespack Solar Power

Three super practical products for this weeks #CrowdfundingMailbox.  We have the Packed Pixels “Extra Monitor” for your laptop when you are on the go, Sonic Decanter for all of the wine lovers out there, and Tespack solar panels that may be the solution to your… Read More

Crowdfunded Fitness Device Moov Raises $3 Million in Funding from Banyan Capital

Moov, a device that has claimed the mantle of the “most successful crow funded fitness device of all time” has raised $3 million in a series A run led by big name investor Banyan Capital.  Moov raised $1 million in a crowdfunding round earlier this year  –… Read More

Panono Launches Equity Crowdfunding Campaign on Companisto

Panono Quickly Jumps on Companisto. Easily Beats € 100,000 Minimum Raise in First Day. Panono has made the leap from Indiegogo hit to equity crowdfunding success. All within a matter of months.  Berlin, Germany based Panono raised $1.25 million in a rewards based campaign this past January… Read More

Look Ma, No Wheels: Hendo Hoverboard Kickstarter Crowdfunding Campaign Launches Today

In one of Silicon Valley’s most remarkable (and eagerly anticipated) feats of innovation, a small but passionate team has resolved the issues surrounding hover technology by using magnetic field architecture (MFA™) to transmit electromagnetic energy more efficiently than ever before possible. As proof of concept,… Read More

Denmark-Based Airtame Receives Backlash After Signing Up For Indiegogo Forever Funding Program

Although it was a huge success on crowdfunding giant, Indiegogo, it seems Denmark-based company AIRTAME is now facing severe backlash from its backers not only after failing to set an actual delivery date, but also signing up for the platform’s new “forever funding” program. According… Read More

Crowdfunding Mailbox: LovePop 3D Holiday Cards, Zumby Fights Dog Breath & ClickStick Smart Deodorant Applicator

Three really innovative and creative crowdfunding campaigns for this weeks crowdfunding mailbox.  Two from Kickstarter and one favorite from Indiegogo.  Please keep them coming.  Just email us at Info@CrowdfundInsider.com. First up we have one for the fast nearing holiday season.  LovePop is a 3D card… Read More

Crowdfunding Platform Swarm Announces Its First Class of Startups

Bitcoin-powered crowdfunding platform Swarm announced its first class of startups that will be featured on its website earlier this week. According to its description, Swarm is “Kickstarter powered by Bitcoin technology.” It allows regular people to fund the startups they like, while entrepreneurs raise more… Read More

Raspberry Pi-Powered Pi-Top Hits Indiegogo; Raises $66,000 in Three Days

Earlier this week, UK-based Pi-Top decided to turn to global crowdfunding giant Indiegogo to raise $80,000 for its new self-titled raspberry pi laptop. According to the campaign, the Pi-Top provides a platform to expand your knowledge in hardware creation. Its kit takes you through each… Read More

Manchester’s Wedg Surpasses £71,000 Goal on Indiegogo; Shares Expansion Plans

Last month, Manchester-based tech startup WEDG launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo to raise £71,000 for its self-titled personal cloud sharing device. Within only one week, the project surpassed its initial goal and is currently at £83,832 from 539 backers. Now the company announced its ready to start… Read More

Mass Fidelity’s Wireless Speaker System Dubbed Top-Funded Canadian Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign

Toronto-based tech startup, Mass Fidelity, debuted a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo last month for its new wireless speaker system, The Core, with a mission to raise only $48,000. During its 30-day run, the project exceeded its funding goal and also managed to receive $711,229 thanks to 2,000… Read More

Crowdfunding Mailbox: Poligon Sculpture, CamPoint Security & SafeSleeve for iPhone 6

Before we get into the three campaigns for this week’s Crowdfunding Mailbox, I want to mention to readers that on October 23rd we will “celebrate” the one year anniversary of proposed rules for retail equity crowdfunding. The ongoing delay has meant investors who are not… Read More

Tilt-Success OM/ONE Levitating Bluetooth Speaker Set to Be Available for Holiday Season

OM Audio, developers of advanced audio products enabling consumers to enjoy and connect with music,  announced on Friday (October 3rd) pre-sale availability for OM/ONE, which has been dubbed the world’s first levitating Bluetooth speaker, as a result of raising nearly $800,000 in its crowdfunding campaign… Read More

Projection Watch Ritot Finishes Its Run on Indiegogo; Raises $1.4 Million

It’s finally over! Ritot, the world’s first “projection watch,” closed its crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo on Friday (September 26th) after spending two months on the platform. Originally set to close on earlier in the month, the project’s creators decided to extend its stay for another few weeks…. Read More

Manchester-Based Company Turns to Indiegogo To Raise Funds For New Personal Cloud Sharing Device; Reaches £66,000 During First Week

Ready to introduce a new way to enjoy the online sharing experience, Manchester-based company Wedg has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for its self-titled personal cloud. Seeking only £71,000, the project has already received £66,000 during its first five days on the platform. Wedg… Read More

The Collapse of Kreyos and How Not to Run a Crowdfunding Campaign

This one is almost too painful to write.  As many people know the Kreyos Smartwatch was one of the most successful Indiegogo crowdfunding campaigns of all time.  It is also probably one of the most spectacular crowdfunding failures ever.  Trust me – this one is… Read More

Kickstarter-Success Projects Made Special Appearances at World Maker Faire 2014

It’s been a busy weekend for Kickstarter! On Saturday and Sunday (September 20th and 21st), the crowdfunding leader was invited to participate in this year’s World Maker Faire, which was held at New York Hall of Science. Presented by Disney, the World Maker Faire is a family-friendly… Read More

Did Apple Pay Kill COIN?

Apple Pay was announced by CEO Tim Cook with much fanfare during his break out “one more thing” presentation delivering new iPhones and the much anticipated Apple Watch.  Apple Pay is no where near as sexy as new hardware but it exemplifies the expanding reach… Read More

Tech Startup Beacon & Lively Cancels Crowdfunding Campaign 2 Days Before Close

As its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter was taking a bad turn, the Philadelphia-based company Beacon & Lively announced it was officially canceling its project that combines jewelry with technology. Originally launched in July, the company set out to raise $120,000, but only  end up reaching $24,701… Read More

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