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Tech Entrepreneur Sought in Connection With N.J. Kidnapping Case
Michael Streko had launched a Kickstarter campaign to travel the country interviewing entrepreneurs.
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This All-in-One Travel Jacket Is Approaching $1 Million on Kickstarter
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Considering Crowdfunding? Why You Need a Strong Business Plan First.
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Crowdfunding Is More Like ‘Crowd-Frauding’
As crowdfunding becomes more popular, there is a risk that most people will lose money in the rush.
By Vin Gupta
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How Taylor Swift Changed Another Tech Company’s Policy
A $50,000 donation from T. Swift inspired GoFundMe to increase its donation limit – a move that will probably only affect millionaires.
By Kate Taylor
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These ‘Dressy’ Sweatpants Are Killing It on Kickstarter
The menswear brand Public Rec was launched by a sweatpants aficionado on a mission to make loungewear look less like PJs.
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Doppler Labs, the Earbud Maker That Wants to Change the Way You Hear, Raises $17 Million
The wearable tech company also recently completed a successful Kickstarter campaign.
By Nina Zipkin
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Crowdfunding Greece’s Bailout: Is It Practical?
Thom Feeny's campaign is simple enough, but its execution isn't cut and dried.
By Carly Okyle
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The Most Important Thing You Must Do as a Hardware Startup
You can't develop your product while living in a cave. Instead, "pre-sell" it via crowdfunding and email marketing.
By John Teel
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Girl Scouts Raise $250,000 After Rejecting Donor Who Didn’t Want Funds to Go to Transgender Scouts
The Western Washington state chapter of the youth organization has piggy-backed on growing awareness and acceptance of what it means to be transgender.
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Can One Man and an Indiegogo Campaign Save a Country?
Tired of political posturing, a Londoner hopes to bail out Greece using the power of the people.
By Carly Okyle
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Will Equity Crowdfunding Buyers Be Able to Sell Their Shares?
Buyers, beware. While private-company shares can now be bought relatively easily, selling them will likely prove more difficult.
By Scott Shane
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6 Ways to Use Crowdfunding for Product Development
Instead of going through the tedious and costly traditional route of market research, more entrepreneurs are turning to crowdfunding for product-market fit.
By David Drake
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The Numbers Behind Non-Profit Crowdfunding (Infographic)
Just how effective are crowdfunding platforms for non-profit organizations? Check out these statistics and decide for yourself.
By Carly Okyle
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5 Tips for Launching a Non-Profit Campaign on Kickstarter
Isabel Sheinman, director of business development at Library for All, shares strategies for success on the crowdfunding platform.
By Laura Entis
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Etsy Dips a Toe Into Crowdfunding for Makers
The Brooklyn-based online craft marketplace is testing out a pilot program that allows makers to raise money for production costs.
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Sick of Sitting? Tired of Standing? Take a Load Off With This ‘Leaning’ Desk.
Forget leaning in. It's time to lean back. With this recliner behind you, you can slouch on the job like you mean it.
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In Landmark Move, FTC Takes Action Against Kickstarter Campaign Fraud
A project creator was charged with using 'unfair or deceptive acts' to raise more than $120,000 on the crowdfunding platform, which he allegedly spent on personal expenses.
By Laura Entis
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4 Tips to Use Crowdfunding to Make Startup Dreams a Reality
Like any fundraising campaign, using these platforms requires much thought and effort.
By Zach Cutler
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These New Earbuds Let You Adjust the Volume of Everything Around You
Doppler Labs' new invention can help you turn down the volume of a concert in real time.
By Nina Zipkin
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7 Tips on How to Do Accounting For a Kickstarter Campaign
Yup, Uncle Sam knows all about crowdfunding, and he's coming after you if you don't pay those taxes.
By Jared Hecht
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The Maker of This Invention Kit Wants You to See the World as Your Playground
Jay Silver's first Makey Makey invention kit raised more than half a million dollars on Kickstarter. His second kit, called the Makey Makey GO, has raised more than $120,000 so far.
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Say Hello to Musio, a Ridiculously Cute AI Robot That’s Keen to Chat
Think Siri, only cuter and less snarky.
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This Entrepreneur Is Proving That a Zero-Interest Loan Platform Can Work
Check out what's taking crowdfunding to a new level.
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Raising Millions With Equity Crowdfunding Will Cost You, But How Much?
Regulation A+ promises to be a game changer for how emerging companies are funded, but mind those attorney and accountant fees.
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This New Virtual Reality Headset Tracks Your Eye Movements
FOVE has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund production and manufacturing of its headset.
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This Is the Teeny-Tiny Phone That Wants You to Leave Your Real Phone Behind
The Light Phone is a credit-card sized phone that does basically nothing.
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6 Crazy Awesome Tech Products on Kickstarter Right Now
From a $9 computer to a ridiculously smart trash can, here are the coolest projects on the crowdfunding platform right now.
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5 Tough Choices You’ll Face as an Entrepreneur
As a business owner, you are singularly responsible for making all the decisions.