Month: May 2018

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Paññã’s AI-Backed Platform Simplifying the Hiring Process

by | May 24, 2018
This week, the Plano startup announced the official launch of its platform, which uses artificial intelligence to guide automated interviews.
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DI People: Urban Air, Varidesk, Kimberly-Clark, Murphy Center Name New Leaders
by | May 23, 2018
From Ken May taking charge at Dallas-based Urban Air Adventure Park to a new COO at Varidesk, our roundup of personnel activity also includes a new CMO at Kimberly-Clark, and a new head at a UNT center.
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Glass-Media founder Daniel Black
Q+A: Seeing is Glass-Media’s Defibrillator to Resuscitate Brick and Mortar Retailers
by | May 23, 2018
The Dallas-based startup has re-imagined the way customers see, engage, and even interact with a brand when shopping. Ahead of tonight's Digital Dallas Startup Comedy Roast founder Daniel Black talks about his vision for Glass-Media.
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TEXRail Unveils New Commuter Train in Fort Worth
by | May 23, 2018
TEXRail will be the first to operate the FLIRT 3’s DMUs (diesel multiple units) in the U.S.
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Pilotworks Has a Startup Sensibility With On-Demand Kitchen Space

by | May 22, 2018
Kitchen coworking: Pilotworks is designed for makers and food entrepreneurs in various industries — baking, consumer packaged goods, catering, and cooking classes — to have their own space.
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Dollars for Good: JPMorgan Chase Investing $3M in Dallas-Area Students, BCBS Accepting Grant Proposals
by | May 22, 2018
North Texas nonprofits and educational institutions receive financial backing from foundations and businesses to further their work in STEM, conservation, workforce development, and more.
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Bestow Inc. Raises $15M in Series A Funding Round
by | May 22, 2018
Bestow's platform gives consumers the ability to quickly learn their insurance options, apply for, and buy coverage without a medical exam.
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Narrowing the Gender Gap: North Texas Groups Empowering Girls in STEM
by | May 22, 2018
DFW area programs and organizations are working to introduce girls to STEM at a younger age in order for them to develop a passion for math and sciences and later the confidence to lead in these male-dominated fields.
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Better Block’s Annual Field Day Sparks Eco-Friendly Designs

by | May 21, 2018
Local designers and retailers joined forces recently to create functional structures for the second annual Field Day.
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TWU Announces New Institute for Women’s Leadership
by | May 21, 2018
The institute will encompass three focused centers aimed at inspiring more women to run for political office, be entrepreneurs and executives, and gain professional leadership skills and experience.
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Modular Founder Christopher Brown
Q+A: Modular is Taming the Wild Frontier of Distributed Networks
by | May 21, 2018
Modular Founder Christopher Brown talks about how his startup is harnessing the power of Ethereum before he appears at Digital Dallas Startup Comedy Roast this week.
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Discovery: UTD Study Probes Socioeconomic Impact on Brain, UTA Patents ‘Cancer Trap’
by | May 18, 2018
Plus, UT Southwestern examines high-tech mental health strategies. Find out more in the weekly roundup of research and development in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Healthcare Dealmakers: The Future of AI, Risks & Opportunities in Substance Abuse

by | May 18, 2018
Panelists and speakers lead discussions on issues facing companies, investors, and advisers during the Healthcare Dealmakers 2018 Conference at the Adolphus Hotel in Dallas.
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RED Holographic Smartphone Coming to AT&T This Summer
by | May 18, 2018
AT&T exec Kevin Petersen described the phone developed by the cinematic camera maker as "revolutionary," and "even better than 3D."
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Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth
On Tap: Breaking Shadows, Women in Tech Awards & Startup Comedy Roast
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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Aaron Enton of Insight Optics holds the winner's check at the Health Wildcatters Pitch
Insight Optics Takes Top Spot in Health Wildcatters Pitch Contest
by | May 17, 2018
Insight Optics beat 10 startups participating in the pitch as part of Healthcare Dealmakers, one of the nation’s premier events bringing together health-care providers, their capital sources, and advisers.
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