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Rest's smoking detection system sniffs out cigarette smoke where it's not supposed to be. [Image: Rest]
Dallas-Based Rest, Newly Rebranded from NoiseAware, Lands Its Smoking Detection Solution on Oracle Cloud Marketplace
by David Seeley | Feb 9, 2024
Based in Dallas' Deep Ellum neighborhood, NoiseAware went beyond its mission to detect noise-blasting guests by offering smoking detection technology. Now rebranded as Rest, it aims to help hotels and short-term rentals nip cigarette and marijuana smokers and vapers in the bud.
by David Seeley |
Feb 9, 2024
With more than 10 locations across Dallas-Fort Worth, Denton-based Connections Wellness Group is merging with two Tennessee healthcare brands to form the new platform company Blended Health. CWG's behavioral and mental health clinics will continue to operate under the CWG brand name.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 7, 2024
Mynd Immersive said the collaboration with VA Immersive, part of the VA Department's Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning, combines advanced VR technology, original content from Mynd Immersive Studios, and a "deep understanding" of Vietnam Veterans' emotional and psychological needs.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 7, 2024
The global innovation platform opened offices in the two North Texas cities late last year, announcing accelerators for Sportstech and Enterprise & AI. Now Plug and Play is banking on a new way to make Frisco and McKinney key players in another disruptive industry.
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The Tasmanian tiger—known scientifically as the thylacine—was an apex predator that helped keep ecosystems in balance. It's one that de-extinction company Colossal aims to bring back. [Image: Colossal]
Hollywood Brand Veteran Takes CMO Helm at Colossal Biosciences to Bring De-Extinction to the Global Stage
by Lance Murray | Feb 2, 2024
Veteran marketing executive Emily Castel has joined Colossal Bioscience, the world’s first de-extinction company, as its first chief marketing officer, bringing her global entertainment and consumer brand experience to Colossal where she will lead global efforts to scale the company’s brand, experiences, consumer products, and emerging media properties.
The bioscience and genetics startup achieved “unicorn” status about a year ago with a $150 million Series B fundraise and has made headlines for its plans to de-extinct the woolly mammoth, dodo bird, and Tasmanian tiger. ...
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 2, 2024
As an adviser to DimeTyd, Goldberg leverages her experience in consumer electronics, travel gear, and other consumer products to help clients and partners enhance their profitability through DimeTyd's advanced software, the company said.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 2, 2024
The company said that Brandon Britton's appointment is a pivotal moment as MicroStrategy, the new analytics practice at Active Cyber, transforms its partner strategy and strengthens its position as a leader in the business intelligence industry.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 2, 2024
As chief partner officer at Trintech, Mekaela Davis, will continue to impact a company embracing the evolution of its business landscape—evidenced by its diverse customer base, changing market needs, strategic acquisitions, and more.
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Harbor co-founders Charlie Hill and Kevin Lavelle with their baby monitor. [Photo: Harbor]
Dallas Smart Baby Monitor and Remote Night Nanny Startup Raises $3.7M
by David Seeley | Feb 2, 2024
Co-Founded by Mizzen+Main Founder and CEO Kevin Lavelle, along with Co-Founder and CPO Charlie Hill, infant care tech startup Harbor offers a "revolutionary" baby monitor and Remote Night Nanny service. The seed funding round was led by Trust Ventures,
with backing by Morrison Seger and Capital Factory—as well as by former NFL QB Tim Tebow and current New York Jets punter Thomas Morstead, among others.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 1, 2024
UPTIQ said the acquisition significantly enhances its AI-enabled technology by combining its automation and digital/intuitive self-service with FTCS’s client-centric approach to provide custom cash and credit solutions to financial advisers.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 1, 2024
Lewisville-based Ever.Ag said the acquisition of Dallas' AgencyRoot enhances its presence in the crop insurance sector by providing agents with innovative and user-friendly technology. The companies share "the same passion for innovation in agribusiness," AgencyRoot's CMO said.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 1, 2024
CRA is a suite of software-based auditing and predictive analytics tools that help healthcare organizations enhance coding compliance, while mitigating the risk of potential recoupments and penalties, VMG Health said.
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ZeroEyes Operations Center [Video still: ZeroEyes]
Fort Worth’s JPS Health Network Deploys AI-Based Gun Detection Video Analytics Platform
by David Seeley | Jan 31, 2024
In a time of increasing concern about security at hospitals for patients and healthcare workers alike, the healthcare system in Fort Worth aims to "stay ahead of the curve." JPS Health Network’s John Peter Smith Hospital has deployed an AI-based gun detection video analytics platform from ZeroEyes.
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by David Seeley |
Jan 31, 2024
Trivie integrates brain science, gamification, and detailed analytics into its workforce engagement platform. With the acquisition, Arizona-based Quantum5 will use Trivie's solution to help automotive manufacturers and dealers upskill and reskill their workers.
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by David Seeley |
Jan 30, 2024
Roofer.com relocated its HQ from San Francisco to Arlington after acquiring Arlington-based Bearded Brothers Roofing & Restoration in 2022. The startup uses "advanced AI algorithms and drone technology" to conduct roof scans, capturing high-res photographs, which are then analyzed using computer vision. Now the company plans "aggressive growth" with a goal of being "the next Airbnb"—of roofing.
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by David Seeley |
Jan 29, 2024
News of the $5M raise comes as Dallas-based UpSmith launches Boost, a new productivity app that's "a powerful tool to maximize sales performance and technician productivity" in construction and manufacturing. UpSmith Founder and CEO Wyatt Smith, a former Uber Elevate exec, says workers can redeem points earned on the app for tools, prizes, extra vacation days, and more.
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