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How Many Tech Companies Can You Think Of That Have Lasted a Hundred Years?
Think how smart Google got so quickly. Alternatively, think how much a company could learn if it figured-out how to survive (and thrive) for over a hundred years. Here is a graphic that highlights several Corporate Centenarians. source Shiny and new has a place; but so does experience and perspective. IBM, Xerox, Eastman Kodak,
Cool Science Trick - Quantum Levitation [Video]
This video demonstrating the power of superconductivity has been remarkably popular for a science video. Why? Because it is super cool! Even if you don't think science interests you, this Quantum Levitation video will spark your imagination. Tel-Aviv University, who is responsible for the demonstration, has posted an explanation of the science that
Here Are Some Interesting Links for Your Weekend Reading
Here are some of the posts that caught my eye. Hope you find something interesting. Lighter Links: Siri’s Snark Becomes the Internet’s Next Big Thing. (Techland) MBA Applications Down at 21 of the Top 30 Schools. (BusinessWeek) Run of the Century. 100-year-old man now the world’s oldest marathoner (TheDaily) Real 'Sybil' Admits Multiple
Sign of the Times: Toddler Confused That a Magazine Doesn't Work Like an iPad
Do 1-year-olds think a magazine is a broken iPad? Here is a 1-year-old who apparantly believes all media are touch-screen-enabled. She does not seem to understand that a magazine was not designed to respond to pinching or prodding. It is entertaining to watch; here is the video. My kids can't understand how
The Sky Is Not Falling - VC Deal Activity Report
An analysis of VC deal activity at the internet angel and seed stages shows there has not been any sign of an investment slowdown. Not even close actually. In fact, September 2011 angel & seed VC activity was up 172% since January 2010 and at the highest levels in the last seven quarters. You
What To Do If the S&P 500 Index Starts to Out-Perform Asian Markets
There is a slight, but potentially growing, disconnect between the S&P 500 Index and the Asian stock markets (specifically the Hang Seng). On Friday the Hang Seng lost 1%. Moreover, looking at the recent price performance action … on a 20 day basis, the Hang Seng acting very different than other world markets. Signal