Student investors VenturePact graduate their first startups
Student-founded VenturePact is paving the way for young investors. The emerging firm is releasing its first class of startups.
Philadelphia Startup at the Forefront of a Consumer Electronics Revolution
Want to roll up a tablet computer and slip it into your pocket? Graphene, a marvelous new carbon material being developed locally, could make that a reality.
Hootboard, a groundbreaking virtual bulletin board, launches in beta
Hootboard's virtual "flyer" combines social media channels and design elements; the beta version will be released this week.
Startup's High-Tech Food Safety Tool Attracts Attention and Investment
Imagine if testing for tainted food was as simple as checking a handheld device. Pennsylvania innovator Invisible Sentinel is making that happen while saving lives.
Goldman Sachs gives $10 million boost to Philly small businesses
Goldman Sachs has added Philly to its 10,000 Small Businesses Initiative. PIDC expects to underwrite 50 small business loans through the program.
'Social jukebox' Sevenpop launches American edition from Philadelphia
Sevenpop, the "Social Jukebox," recently opened their United States office in Philadelphia. After raising $400K in first round financing, the Israeli startup has launched an American version of their product.
Philadelphia's talent pool lures Yorn from Conshohocken
Yorn, a growing company that provides real time feedback on customer service, moves from Conshohocken to Center City.
Malvern mobile marketing experts TapCLIQ are hiring
Malvern-based TapCLIQ offers interactive alternatives to display adds. They are hiring data scientists, software engineers, and marketing and sales directors.
College Credit: Venture Capital For Students By Students
First Round Captial's innovative Dorm Room Fund gives a boost to student-run startups.
Gettysburg's Tripwire moves its research division to Philadelphia's University City Science Center
Tripwire Operations Group, a company focused on homeland security, has moved into the Science Center and plans on hiring entry-level positions.