Dallas Innovates

An illustration from Nuvectra Corporation’s patent No. 9974108 shows paired communication between an implanted medical device and an external control device. [via USPTO]

Dallas Invents: 85 Patents Granted for Week of May 15

Patents granted include Nuvectra Corporation’s paired communication between an implanted medical device and an external control device, Toyota’s method for making an object appear transparent, and NewVoiceMedia’s workflow triggering that uses real-time analytics for intelligent sales engagement.
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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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North Texas Breweries Serving Beers With Entrepreneurial Spirit
by | May 21, 2018
Craft beer has become a nationwide staple and North Texas has no shortage of home grown microbrews. Here's a look at a few local brewers and how they got started.
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Julie McCullough and Mike Arreaga
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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Q+A: On-time Package Delivery? Dallas Startup CEO Says it’s Not a Far-fetched Idea

by | May 18, 2018
Fetch CEO Michael Patton is a corporate-finance-guy-turned-delivery-superhero and recently talked about his new package solution in advance of his appearance at Digital Dallas' Startup Comedy Roast.
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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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PICKUP CEO Brenda Stoner

Q+A: PICKUP CEO Brenda Stoner Talks About Turning a Truck into a Revenue Hauler

by | May 16, 2018
In advance of her appearance at the Digital Dallas Startup Comedy Roast, PICKUP CEO Brenda Stoner looks back at what prompted her to start the delivery service and the lessons she's learned along the way.
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Cargo Launches in Dallas With Complimentary Breakfasts for Rideshare Passengers
by | May 16, 2018
Cargo is a scalable platform that allows passengers inside Uber and other rideshare cars to sample and buy products.
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Dallas Invents: 86 Patents Granted for Week of May 8
Patents granted include Bell Helicopter’s aircraft with selectively attachable passenger pod assembly, Fossil’s activity monitoring device, and Uber’s apparatus for managing communications.
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What Happens If We Don’t Invest in Innovation in Dallas?
by | May 15, 2018
North Texas startups are generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue each year, but would benefit from more capital investments from the multibillion-dollar VC or angel investor community.
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NASA Engineer Lesa Roe Bringing Pioneering Spirit to UNT System

by | May 15, 2018
No matter what tomorrow’s jobs or classrooms look like, the first female chancellor of the University of North Texas System said there are three key skills she thinks students need to develop  — problem solving, creativity, and communications.
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Pizza Hut Exec During US India Chamber Tech Conference: ‘Security is as Strong as the Weakest Link’
by | May 14, 2018
Technology leaders gathered Friday to discuss the latest trends, legislations, and opportunities across industries including cybersecurity and protecting growing amounts of data.
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Dallas-based StackPath’s Merger With Server Density Called ‘A Perfect Fit’
by | May 14, 2018
As the two companies join forces, London will become StackPath's European headquarters with the Service Density team working "as the core of StackPath monitoring service team."
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Skratch co-founder and CEO Scott Bennett
Q+A: Skratch CEO Talks About Building Job App for Teens
by | May 14, 2018
In advance of his appearance at the Digital Dallas Startup Comedy Roast, Skratch co-founder Scott Bennett talks about his inspiration for the app and its development journey.
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