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DreamHack Hosts Its Largest U.S. Event Yet in Dallas

by | May 31, 2019
DreamHack Dallas is more than just an esports event. The nonstop three-day festival also features a hackathon, film screenings, and concerts from EDM and metal bands.
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Hedera Hashgraph to Move Global Headquarters to Richardson’s Telecom Corridor
by | May 31, 2019
Next-gen DLT developer Hedera Hashgraph has leased over 11,000 square feet at Richardson's 3400 at CityLine to house its global headquarters. The office is slated to open by fall 2019, and will join other Hedera offices in New York City and San Francisco. 
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Female-Focused Nonprofit StateraArts Introduces Mentorship Chapter in Dallas-Fort Worth
by | May 29, 2019
As the Latin word for "balance," Statera symbolizes a holistic creative environment that nourishes innovation. Local women in the arts can apply for the mentorship program by June 1 to learn how to cultivate their ideas and tackle obstacles they are facing in their professional careers.
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How One Dallas Company is Changing the VR Game with Foot-Operated Controller Patent

by | May 10, 2019
HoboLoco's name is a mashup of "hoverboard" and "locomotion." The startup combines both of these concepts to create its own unique gaming experience.
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Public Art Initiative Fills Dallas District with Murals to ‘Enhance the Uptown Experience’
by | May 3, 2019
Uptown Dallas Inc. commissioned local artists — all but one of whom are women — to transform Uptown with 12 'Instagramable' new murals. Take our photo tour.
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Innovative Texas Airport Apprenticeship Announced at Dallas Fort Worth International
by | Apr 30, 2019
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is partnering with the Dallas County Community College District to help DFW employees' careers soar by offering certifications that can be converted into college credit.
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The State of North Texas VC: Insights from 4 Insiders

by | Apr 23, 2019
The first quarter figures are out for venture capital investing in Dallas-Fort Worth and the rest of the state. We take a look at how North Texas fared, with insights from some of the region's top VCs.
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Project Pachinko: Van’s Kitchen Invests Millions in Tech to Perfect Egg Rolls
by | Apr 17, 2019
This Dallas-based manufacturing company hopes to improve its productivity from the inside out.
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Fort Worth’s ‘First Justice Enterprise’ Empowers Women Through Employment
by | Apr 16, 2019
The Worthy Co. plans to open its first brick-and-mortar store this fall, selling apparel, jewelry, and candles created by the women it employs—female survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. One hundred percent of profits benefit local trafficking survivors. 
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What Startups Should Know About Funding—From the Investors Themselves
by | Apr 2, 2019
From finding the right investor to staying local to making the perfect warm introduction, some of North Texas' most prominent investors discuss what startups need to know about funding.
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HGTV Builds Innovative Smart Home in Roanoke Ahead of Giveaway
by | Apr 2, 2019
This 3,400-square-foot location is more than just your average home—it's outfitted with the latest in consumer technology, from digital lighting control to a golf simulator to a robotic lawnmower.
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