Tag "start-ups"
Explaining the success of Finland’s start-ups
Finland’s economic performance over the last 8 years has been somewhat subpar vis-à-vis that of its Northern neighbors. Yet the country boasts a relatively strong start-up network, a potential source
Three African tech start-ups driving change
As Africa’s community of start-ups grows, it is increasingly addressing the continent’s problems in transportation, education and connectivity.
One man’s trash: The urban mining revolution
Global consumption is growing, and so is the amount of e-waste. Urban mining seeks to tap the billions of dollars worth of minerals sitting in landfills. As the global electronics
Meet the companies cashing in on China’s pollution crisis
From pollution tracking apps, ‘escape the smog’ travel deals, and even premium bottled air, discover the companies behind China’s anti-pollution business boom. Much has been written about China’s pollution crisis.
Switzerland’s alpine fortresses spur start-up boom
Switzerland wants to be world’s data bank. To this end, the Swiss are repurposing their nuclear proof mountain forts into ultra-secure data centers. Switzerland has long prospered from its unique
Start-ups poised to change politics in Singapore
As Singapore seeks new sources of growth, the micro-nation is positioning itself to become Asia’s start-up hub. By promoting outside-of-the-box thinking, Singapore could see political spillover as the government loosens
US Cities Series: Innovation, growth, and ambition in Kansas City
Usually, the Midwest is not known for technological innovation. Kansas City is rapidly changing that. Those residing outside of the Kansas City metropolitan area could be forgiven for associating the
Middle East sees rise of start-up incubators
The impressive start-up culture in the Middle East has led to the development of myriad seed investment companies looking to support young entrepreneurs. These companies provide startups with greater access
Jordan’s ‘Sowt’ a new voice for the Arab Spring
It is podcast meets Twitter. Available in English and Arabic, Sowt (meaning “voice” in Arabic) allows users to share with the world an audio message lasting forty-two seconds or fewer.
