Tagged: silicon valley

September 15, 2014 @ 8:55 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Ready to give the world an inside look at the unaccredited teaching organization, Singularity University, a group of filmmakers have launched their own crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for a new feature documentary, The University. According the campaign’s description, The University tells the story of the… Read More

February 24, 2014 @ 10:07 am By Charles Luzar  |  

Paul Graham will take a step back from famed Silicon Valley tech accelerator Y Combinator to focus on his writing, although he will still consult startups. Over nine years at Y Combinator, Graham has built the organization into one of the most desirable entrepreneurial experiences… Read More

February 13, 2014 @ 11:03 am By Charles Luzar  |  

According to reports, French President Francois Hollande came away from a recent visit to Silicon Valley bullish on equity crowdfunding – so bullish, in fact, that he is rumored to be considering an executive order in March that would allow startups and small businesses the… Read More

January 23, 2014 @ 9:53 am By Charles Luzar  |  

After numerous attempts , we’ve been ignored by her own father who is well aware of our need for monetary support. She is only 2, and our tries have been ignored. She has been completely deserted by her other parent, who she does not even… Read More

January 9, 2014 @ 9:05 am By Charles Luzar  |  

Misfit Wearables CEO Sonny Vu recently spoke at Seattle Pacific University, and as a part of his visit he sat down and was interviewed about his experience in running Misfit Wearables. He shares revelations including the fact that Misfit had VC backing before they launched… Read More

September 6, 2013 @ 7:33 am By JD Alois  |  

Silicon Valley based VC Taskforce, an organization working to enhance collaboration in the venture community, has announced their “Crowdfunding Series”, scheduled to launch on September 18, 2013.  The new programs will focus on the new world of crowdfunding, using equity, debt or pre-sale dollars. Founded in… Read More

June 17, 2013 @ 6:30 pm By JD Alois  |  

Silicon Valley Investor & Technology Leader Humphrey Polanen to Drive Strategic Initiatives in Region for Equity Crowdfunding Platform I-Bankers Direct for Accredited Investors. Humphrey Polanen has joined I-Bankers Direct as a managing director. Based in Palo Alto, CA, Mr. Polanen is recognized for his years… Read More

February 11, 2013 @ 9:59 pm By JD Alois  |  

Governor Rick Perry on a business hunting campaign set his sites on the State of California on Monday.  He was bringing the gospel of lower taxes and fewer regulations to the tax challenged state.  In an interview with the San Jose Mercury News, the Governor… Read More