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Social media is out and online communities are in, says Atlanta-based startup Backspace

Social media is out and online communities are in, says Atlanta-based startup Backspace

The nature of social media is changing. Out are the days of just counting followers as a sign of success, says entrepreneur Faiz Imran. Now, it is all about building and measuring community. Communities are nothing new online. In fact, upwards of 76% of internet users are part of some

Despite slowdown, crypto is attracting a new group -- Institutional investors

Despite slowdown, crypto is attracting a new group -- Institutional investors

Depending on your exposure to crypto, the last few months have been a wild ride. Bitcoin plunged in value while firms like Celsius made international headlines for unethical lending practices. But it is not all doom in gloom for those in the decentralized finance space. In fact, crypto veteran Ryan

Meet Coginiti, the startup making data more collaborative

Meet Coginiti, the startup making data more collaborative

Few phrases so well summarize the importance of analytics in our modern business environment than the one coined by mathematician Clive Humby: Data is the new oil. From the largest enterprises to the earliest-stage startups, business owners must find ways to harness the data they have – and the data they

Following Acquisition, WalletFi Founder Explores Opportunities For More FinTech Growth In North Carolina

Following Acquisition, WalletFi Founder Explores Opportunities For More FinTech Growth In North Carolina

North Carolina-based WalletFi got off the ground to tackle what very well be one of the most frustrating experiences for any adult…dealing with a lost or stolen wallet. The process of monitoring transactions, re-ordering cards, and reinstating auto pay subscription can take hours and leave you with a major

UrbanGeekz Steps Out of The Newsroom With Launch Of Pre-Accelerator Program

UrbanGeekz Steps Out of The Newsroom With Launch Of Pre-Accelerator Program

News platform UrbanGeekz is making headlines of its own this week with the launch of a new pre-accelerator program. The Atlanta-based outlet, which covers multicultural news around technology, science, businesses, and entrepreneurship, launched Geekz Ventures as a way to help tech-focused startups with underestimated founders get off the ground. While

What Chattanooga's Community Internet Expansion Means For Startups

What Chattanooga's Community Internet Expansion Means For Startups

“Gig City” continues to find innovative ways to help local businesses. Chattanooga announced last month that it is upping its commitment to more ubiquitous internet access with the launch of the country’s first 25 gig internet service delivered over a 100% fiber optic network. That comes after EPB – Chattanooga’

More of Silicon Valley Looks To Plug Into Atlanta & Savannah Talent

More of Silicon Valley Looks To Plug Into Atlanta & Savannah Talent

More of Silicon Valley is moving to Georgia. Plug and Play Tech Center, the world’s largest innovation platform, is “plugging” into the Atlanta and Savannah ecosystems to expand the startup and corporate innovation landscape. Both cities are a natural fit for the Bay Area-based center that is a hybrid