TREND REPORTS
(Infographic) How 'Microbloggers' Leverage Their Influence Through Social Media Savvy
[Consumer]
2016/09/06 12:13
Ever since the line between celebrity and social media celebrity was erased, bloggers have become legitimate influencers across almost all industries, affecting consumer decisions beyond purchasing by acting as both tastemaker and trusted friend. And a large fan base is no longer a requirement for influencers. More recently, brands have been turning to micro-influencers, bloggers with less than...
(PDF) PwC : The Digital Healthcare Leap
[Business]
2016/09/05 11:10
Our report, 'The Digital Healthcare Leap' highlights insights into how digital health could be an answer to the emerging markets’ challenge to achieve sustainable growth; and leapfrog the developed nations to provide quality, affordable, universal and patient-centric care.With increased internet and smartphone penetration, and the arrival of new affordable technological solutions in the market...
(PDF) Stanford Creates an Innovative Plastic Textile That Dissipates Heat
[Tech]
2016/09/05 11:09
As the planet keeps warming, more and more people are turning to air conditioning to fight the heat. That’s already putting a major strain on energy resources. But a team of scientists is working on a new option to keep comfortable in sweltering conditions.In a paper published in Science Sep. 1, the team, led by Stanford University researcher Yi Cui, unveiled an innovative textile made of plas...
ATMs Expand Services Via Live Video Chat with Bank Teller - POSB Bank
[Business]
2016/09/05 11:08
Singapore’s POSB bank is testing its improved ATMs that provide live video chat with tellers to help customers replace lost cards out of business hours.In Singapore, automated teller machines (ATM) are on the verge of being replaced with video teller machines (VTM). Trialed by POSB Bank, the VTMs help customers outside traditional business hours, as well as provide traditional ATM services. Af...
Andreessen Horowitz’s Returns Trail Venture-Capital Elite
[Investing]
2016/09/05 11:07
Rare look at startup investors’ performance shows Andreessen Horowitz lags behind Sequoia, Benchmark, Founders Fund.[Andreessen Horowitz, co-founded by web pioneer Marc Andreessen in 2009, is routinely mentioned among the pantheon of great startup investors.]Andreessen Horowitz’s first three venture funds have nearly doubled their investment capital or better since inception, according to doc...
(Video) Artificial Wave-Filled Lagoon Would Bring More Surf to Perth - URBNSURF Perth
[Design]
2016/09/05 11:06
The lagoon itself will cover an area of 2.4 ha (5.7 ac) and its waves will be created by a mechanical "wavefoil" running along its center.There are a number of places you might choose if you want to go surfing in Perth, Australia, but Alfred Cove, on the Swan River, probably isn't one of them. It might be soon, though, courtesy of plans for an artificial surfing lagoon aimed at improving the op...
Google and Zalando Launch Project Muze, A Machine-Learning Experiment for 3D Fashion Design
[Tech]
2016/09/05 11:05
Google has announced an experimental project in conjunction with Germany’s Zalando that will enable users to create virtual 3D fashion designs.Founded out of Berlin in 2008, Zalando is a Zappos-style ecommerce fashion platform operating across more than a dozen markets in Europe. Now, courtesy of a new initiative called Project Muze, the company has turned to machine learning as it explores th...
(Video) Futuristic Gizmo Puts a New "Spin" on Controllers - SPIN Remote
[Product]
2016/09/05 11:04
The smooth, dome-shaped Spin Remote offers seamless control that nestles in the palm of a hand. Universal remotes are often go-to gadgets for those seeking to simplify and consolidate control over multiple devices. The latest takes decluttering to a new level by ditching buttons in favor of an interface that responds to touch, motion, orientation, and rotation. The Spin Remote SDC-1 is designed...
A’Design Award winning Hair and Hand Dryer
[Design]
2016/09/05 11:03
The A’Design Award winning Hair and Hand Dryer is just the perfect solution. The Hair and Hand Dryer work in combination and is stored neatly on the bathroom wall.I admit, I can spend a lot of time in the bathroom getting ready for my day and it can end up looking like a war zone afterwards with items spread around and cords all over the place – which definitely can be a shock hazard if not p...
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