Month: August 2014

Crowd Coffee: August 5

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding Crowd funding is not new, but crowdfunding is | NASDAQRecently, crowdfunding has nudged closer to debt and equity capitalization. Peer-to-peer lending is an emerging form of crowdfunding, while the investment model still has legal and practical  It’s clear that the future of small business capitalization will look a lot different than it does today. But for most small businesses the jury is still out on how the crowdfunding options will be part of their capitalization future. IDF soldiers crowdfund…
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New Tesla Roadster coming in 2017

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding According to a recent report, Tesla could launch up to four new models by 2018. While we already know about the Model X and the Model 3, Autobild is reporting the company is considering a compact city car. Little is known about the vehicle – which has been dubbed the Model C – but it would be smaller and more affordable than the Model 3 which is expected to cost approximately $35,000. The magazine goes says a new roadster…
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Research Proves There is Power in Numbers to Reduce Electricity Bills

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding Collective switching or group buying schemes, where thousands of consumers join forces to negotiate cheaper electricity tariffs, are becoming more popular in the UK as bills continue to rise putting increasing pressure on household budgets. Initiatives like Which?’s Big Switch, People Power or the Big Deal have helped thousands of consumers to save, on average, up to a third of their yearly electricity bills. The post Research Proves There is Power in Numbers to Reduce Electricity Bills appeared first…
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Re-Assembly of New Molecular Structures into New Solar Photo-voltaic Cells

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding The researchers demonstrate the self-assembly and packing of a five-sided, symmetrical molecule, called cyanostar, that was developed by Flood’s IU research team. While researchers have created many such large, cyclic molecules, or macrocycles, cyanostar is unusual in that it can be readily synthesized in a “one pot” process. It also has an unprecedented ability to bind with large, negatively charged anions such as perchlorate. The post Re-Assembly of New Molecular Structures into New Solar Photo-voltaic Cells appeared first on…
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BRIDE Boutique to Expand and Relocate This Summer

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding Los Angeles, Calif. (July 2014) — On August 1, 2014, BRIDE Boutique will begin renovations and expansion at its new Echo Park location at 1528½ Sunset Boulevard (formerly Goodhead Salon), slated to re-open in time for the fall bridal season. BRIDE has created a 30 day Kickstarter campaign designed to promote and raise funds that will aid in its relocation and growth. Specializing in non-traditional wedding attire, BRIDE boutique features vintage gowns, independent designer collections, and custom bridal wear…
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Crowdcube Raises £3.8M, Crowdfunding £1.2M Through Own Platform

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding It’s been a great week for Britain’s crowdfunding platforms. On Wednesday night, Funding Circle, the crowdlending platform for small businesses that also operates in the US, announced that it has raised $65 million to keep growing its operations. And yesterday, Crowdcube, one of Britain’s leading equity crowdfunding platforms, announced that it has raised £3.8 million ($6.5 million) of a £5 million ($8.5 million) round. Related:- Crowdcube’s Lang Takes a Look Back at 2013, Shares Plans for the New Year…
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7 Kickstarter Technology Products to Buy in 2014

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding Kickstarter’s technology category is alive and well. Many of the current and recently trending projects in the media are in this category, and I’ve scoured Kickstarter to find some products coming from successful Kickstarter campaigns that you can still back in return for some awesome rewards! Each of these projects has something unique and interesting to offer to a wide variety of consumers everywhere and technology savvy individuals in particular. Note: My personal favorite is #5! 1. Earin –…
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Will the Rise of Crowdsourcing and Crowdfunding Help Unemployed Young Americans?

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Contribute to the Movenergy Campaign Crowdfunding Editor’s Note: The following is a guest post from Evan Hafer, CEO of TwistRate, a crowdfunding platform for “America’s veterans, service members, law enforcement, outdoor enthusiasts, fishing and hunting communities.” Hafer discusses how both crowdsourcing and crowdfunding can help young veterans looking to enter the workforce. You can follow his company on Twitter  There have been several articles (including this one by Professor Panos Ipeirotis) that suggest crowdsourcing might ease unemployment for younger Americans who are caught in a loop.…
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