Tech Stuff 2006

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Jim Buckmaster, the chief executive of Craigslist, caused lots of head-scratching Thursday as he tried to explain to a bunch of Wall Street types why his company is not interested in “monetizing” his ridiculously popular Web operation. Appearing at... See more

Jim Buckmaster, the chief executive of Craigslist, caused lots of head-scratching Thursday as he tried to explain to a bunch of Wall Street types why his company is not interested in “monetizing” his ridiculously popular Web operation. Appearing at the UBS global media conference in New York, Mr. Buckmaster took questions from the bemused audience, which apparently could not get its collective mind around the notion that Craigslist exists to help Web users find jobs, cars, apartments and dates — and not so much to make money. Wendy Davis of MediaPost describes the presentation as a “a culture clash of near-epic proportions.” She recounts how UBS analyst Ben Schachter wanted to know how Craigslist plans to maximize revenue. It doesn’t, Mr. Buckmaster replied (perhaps wondering how Mr. Schachter could possibly not already know this). “That definitely is not part of the equation,” he said, according to MediaPost. “It’s not part of the goal.” “I think a lot of people are catching their... See less

See this at: money.cnn.com| Added on 08/02/06

Web 2.0 may be a buzz word, but it's still attracting big bucks. Some of the novelty surrounding Web 2.0 has worn away since the term first gained traction in 2004, but venture capitalists in search of the next big thing are still pouring money into... See more

Web 2.0 may be a buzz word, but it's still attracting big bucks. Some of the novelty surrounding Web 2.0 has worn away since the term first gained traction in 2004, but venture capitalists in search of the next big thing are still pouring money into the industry. See less

Highlights: Venture capitalists invested $3 billion in Web 2.0 firms last year, up nearly 9 percent from 2004, according to the MoneyTree report by PricewaterhouseCoopers and the National Venture Capital Association.

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Technical Conferences | Business & Development | Nano Impact Workshop | Expo | How to Participate

Technical Conferences | Business & Development | Nano Impact Workshop | Expo | How to Participate See less

Highlights: Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, CA, May 20-24, 2007

See this at: biz.yahoo.com| Added on 10/13/06

Chad Hurley emerged Monday as the Internet's latest star, and he has $1.65 billion worth of reasons to show anyone who disagrees. Want proof? Consider how another Internet superstar, Google Inc. co-founder Sergey Brin, seems to have found a kindred... See more

Chad Hurley emerged Monday as the Internet's latest star, and he has $1.65 billion worth of reasons to show anyone who disagrees. Want proof? Consider how another Internet superstar, Google Inc. co-founder Sergey Brin, seems to have found a kindred spirit in the 29-year-old. When Google announced its agreement to buy privately-held YouTube Inc. for $1.65 billion in stock, Brin said Monday that Hurley's startup "reminds me of Google just a few short years ago" in many ways. In a video posted on the top of their home page, YouTube co-founders Hurley and Steve Chen praised the acquisition and said they would focus on improving the site's user experience. Like Brin, Hurley founded his company in his 20s. He left a promising career, at eBay Inc., where he designed the first PayPal logo, to build a company from scratch from his home And just as Brinn's Google changed the way people and businesses use the Internet, so too has Hurley's YouTube, which debuted 19 months ago and has since made... See less

See this at: youtube.com| Added on 10/11/06

Well Done! All that money and you still have to dine at TGI fridays...Whats wrong, was Pizza hut and KFC closed or something? sx

Well Done! All that money and you still have to dine at TGI fridays...Whats wrong, was Pizza hut and KFC closed or something? sx See less

See this at: marketwatch.com| Added on 09/29/06

The podcaster of the year told an audience of 1,000 at the Podcast Expo in Ontario, California Friday that Apple's iTunes software was the best thing and the worst thing that ever happened to podcasting. Leo Laporte, founder of the TWIT network of... See more

The podcaster of the year told an audience of 1,000 at the Podcast Expo in Ontario, California Friday that Apple's iTunes software was the best thing and the worst thing that ever happened to podcasting. Leo Laporte, founder of the TWIT network of podcasts, said Apple (AAPL : 76.98, -0.03, 0.0% ) made podcasts accessible to millions by developing software that made it easy to download the show. However, the association of Apple and its iPod product with podcasts is confusing to many consumers, Laporte said, and has limited audience growth. "Is podcasting the right name, given also Apple's asserting it owns the word 'pod' and is it good for Apple to be a monopoly in this?" he asked during his keynote to standing room only audience of more than 1,000 in the Ontario, Calif. Conference Center. Laporte said he's now calling his 13 shows, "netcasts." "People understand the idea of a 'cast," and they also know the Net," Laporte added. "Our job is to grow the audience, and to make Netcasts... See less

Highlights: "Is podcasting the right name, given also Apple's asserting it owns the word 'pod' and is it good for Apple to be a monopoly in this?" he asked during his keynote to standing room only audience of more than 1,000 in the Ontario, Calif. Conference Center.

See this at: businessweek.com| Added on 08/09/06

The Xbox 360 has grabbed an early lead, increasing the pressure on Redmond's rivals to roll out their own redesigns. And what about the new Cell chip?

The Xbox 360 has grabbed an early lead, increasing the pressure on Redmond's rivals to roll out their own redesigns. And what about the new Cell chip? See less

Highlights: The latest mobile devices aren't just conversation pieces. Check out the high-tech multimedia and communications functions they offer

See this at: orbitcast.com| Added on 09/26/06

Well, this is the day we've been waiting for. SIRIUS Satellite Radio has officially announced the Stiletto 100 featuring WiFi, Yahoo! Music Jukebox, the ability to save music, and more notably this is Sriius' first live portable radio. The Stiletto... See more

Well, this is the day we've been waiting for. SIRIUS Satellite Radio has officially announced the Stiletto 100 featuring WiFi, Yahoo! Music Jukebox, the ability to save music, and more notably this is Sriius' first live portable radio. The Stiletto is pretty much the worst kept secret in satellite radio, and if you're an avid reader you already know the features of this device and know that we've beaten this thing to death over the recent months. One thing to highlight is the "official" inclusion of Yahoo! Music Jukebox with the Stiletto (suprise surprise). Any bookmarked song on the Stiletto 100 is moved to a favorites list, which is accessed when connected to PC. Yahoo! Music Jukebox then lets you purchase songs, full albums, or explore other artist offerings through the software or "other compatible online music download or subscription services." Oh, and the MSRP is set at $349.99. Read the full press release after the jump... SIRIUS Introduces the Stiletto 100, Its First Live... See less

Highlights: The Radio itself is $349.99 while the Inno w/ included Home Kit is $399.99. I got the Stiletto w/ Home Kit for only $50 extra, matching the same price as the Inno. The Inno Car Kit costs $74.99 while the Stiletto Car Kit costs $69.99. The Inno Home Kit costs the same price as their Car Kit...

See this at: torianwireless.com| Added on 08/22/06

Torian has developed the world’s first truly portable compact Internet radio. The InFusion allows users to listen to any radio station in the world that streams through the World Wide Web, without the need for a computer. Its compact and stylish... See more

Torian has developed the world’s first truly portable compact Internet radio. The InFusion allows users to listen to any radio station in the world that streams through the World Wide Web, without the need for a computer. Its compact and stylish design (around the size of a business card) allows maximum portability to travelers and those stationed abroad who want to stay in touch with local news, sports, and music. See less

Highlights: the World Wide Web, without the need for a computer. Its compact and stylish design (around the size of a business card) allows maximum portability to travelers and those stationed abroad who want to stay in touch with local news, sports, and music.

See this at: marketwatch.com| Added on 08/22/06

Within the next few weeks, Torian Wireless will begin showing U.S. retailers what you might call a Wi-Fi "Walkman." The InFusion is a portable, battery-powered device which you can tune to any of thousands of Internet radio stations. It also has an... See more

Within the next few weeks, Torian Wireless will begin showing U.S. retailers what you might call a Wi-Fi "Walkman." The InFusion is a portable, battery-powered device which you can tune to any of thousands of Internet radio stations. It also has an FM radio, an audio recorder, and an MP3 player. It does not have a built-in speaker. The retail price could be as low as $229. See less

Highlights: The InFusion is a portable, battery-powered device which you can tune to any of thousands of Internet radio stations. It also has an FM radio, an audio recorder, and an MP3 player. It does not have a built-in speaker. The retail price could be as low as $229.

See this at: businessweek.com| Added on 08/09/06

On Aug. 3, Apple (AAPL) announced that America's largest car manufacturers, Ford (F) and General Motors (GM), as well as Japan's Mazda, will include iPod connections on most 2007 models. Apple already had similar arrangements with more than a dozen... See more

On Aug. 3, Apple (AAPL) announced that America's largest car manufacturers, Ford (F) and General Motors (GM), as well as Japan's Mazda, will include iPod connections on most 2007 models. Apple already had similar arrangements with more than a dozen automakers, including Honda, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz. See less

Highlights: The newest deal means iPods could be integrated into stereo systems of more than 70% of the 2007 autos sold in the U.S., and it could help Apple extend its lead over rivals in the $4.5 billion market for digital music players.

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Kurt Hanson, publisher of Radio and the Internet Newsletter, said Sprint's decision to build a high-speed network using WiMax technology is "another major step towards wireless delivery of Internet radio." I've written about this before. With Wi-Fi... See more

Kurt Hanson, publisher of Radio and the Internet Newsletter, said Sprint's decision to build a high-speed network using WiMax technology is "another major step towards wireless delivery of Internet radio." I've written about this before. With Wi-Fi blanketing cities, and without the need for hundreds or perhaps thousands of towers or relays, anybody can be a broadcaster. And you'll be able to listen at your PC, wireless-enabled phone, or a Wi-Fi radio in your car. The most powerful Clear Channel (CCU : 27.41, -0.59, -2.1% ) station is on the same wavelength as a kid in his bedroom with a playlist he thinks the world should hear. With Wi-Fi distribution, they're all the same. There's more on my blog. See less

Highlights: towards wireless delivery of Internet radio." I've written about this before. With Wi-Fi blanketing cities, and without the need for hundreds or perhaps thousands of towers or relays, anybody can be a broadcaster. And you'll be able to listen at your PC, wireless-enabled phone, or a Wi-Fi...

See this at: marketwatch.com| Added on 08/09/06

WiMax is sort of a big brother to the popular Wi-Fi technology used by millions of consumers to create wireless networks in their own homes. WiMax has much greater range, however, and can transmit wireless-Internet signals over several miles compared... See more

WiMax is sort of a big brother to the popular Wi-Fi technology used by millions of consumers to create wireless networks in their own homes. WiMax has much greater range, however, and can transmit wireless-Internet signals over several miles compared to just a few hundred feet for Wi-Fi. Sprint's existing wireless network already allows customers to access the Internet at semi-high speeds, but the service is somewhat expensive and not as fast as wireline Internet connections offered by phone companies and cable operators. What's more, Sprint recently spun off its local-phone business into an independent company and the carrier is looking for an alternative way to reach consumers directly in their homes cheaply and efficiently. By building a nationwide WiMax network, Sprint aims to get a leg up on Cingular Wireless and Verizon Wireless, the two largest mobile operators in the U.S. Sprint isn't growing as fast as its larger rivals and is seeking to outflank them. Sprint executives... See less

Highlights: Mobile carrier to spend up to $3 billion by 2008

See this at: yahoo.smartmoney.com| Added on 08/17/06

IT TAKES A healthy dose of blind faith to invest the hundreds of millions — and in some cases billions — of dollars required to get groundbreaking technologies off the ground.

IT TAKES A healthy dose of blind faith to invest the hundreds of millions — and in some cases billions — of dollars required to get groundbreaking technologies off the ground. See less

Highlights: As far as these leaps of faith go, Sprint Nextel, Intel and Motorola seem to be jumping off of a springboard when it comes to the wireless broadband service known as WiMAX. Don't get me wrong. I'm not pooh-poohing WiMAX's prospects. It holds the promise of revolutionizing the way people...

See this at: moconews.net| Added on 09/14/06

This CTIA, starting this coming week in LA, will hopefully be a more rational one, but maybe that’s asking for too much. Some themes that may emerge: – Mobile advertising: This will see a lot of action, though mobile advertising in U.S. may go... See more

This CTIA, starting this coming week in LA, will hopefully be a more rational one, but maybe that’s asking for too much. Some themes that may emerge: – Mobile advertising: This will see a lot of action, though mobile advertising in U.S. may go through a tougher consumer adoption curve than elsewhere. – Mobile search and discovery: So much needs to be done on this front and the big boys are ready to enter. – MVNO: The air out of MVNO bubble has been popped, and the sentiment has swung a bit too much on the negative side. – Off-deck: topic de-jour. Everyone wants a portal…all we get is Mobizzo vs Moviso, in U.S. – Mobile video: It is time to prick the air out of this bubble…we need handsets, rational pricing structures, content and a lot more for this to take off. – Mobile gaming: This more than any industry is going through rational restructuring…probably the most mature out of other sectors. Again, handsets and collaborative games will drive the industry. – Ringtones: Ringtones are all... See less

Highlights: CTIA: The Show Floor Overall, a subdued CTIA, for some reason. Except for the News Corp-Jamba deal, and the RNWK-WTHN deal, nothing much…mobile advertising is all they’re talking about. Last year was MVNOs; we know where that went. Next year is going to be mobile search.

See this at: businessweek.com| Added on 08/09/06

Rose is the "It" boy among a new wave of entrepreneurs running the hottest of the top 100 Web 2.0 companies sprinkled around the Bay Area. Together, this network of mostly Valley boys -- Six Apart Ltd. co-founder Mena Trott is a rare female among... See more

Rose is the "It" boy among a new wave of entrepreneurs running the hottest of the top 100 Web 2.0 companies sprinkled around the Bay Area. Together, this network of mostly Valley boys -- Six Apart Ltd. co-founder Mena Trott is a rare female among them -- fill SF bars like Anu and Wish and Cav and parties at their sparsely furnished lofts. See less

Highlights: At 29, Rose was on his way either to a cool $60 million or to total failure.

See this at: abcnews.go.com| Added on 08/17/06

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expected to issue 13 million passports this year. And one group of security experts says the American passports could be used as potential bomb triggers. The new e-passports, fitted with radio frequency... See more

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expected to issue 13 million passports this year. And one group of security experts says the American passports could be used as potential bomb triggers. The new e-passports, fitted with radio frequency identification, or RFID, tags for wireless processing when people pass through Customs, will be issued for the first time this week, starting at the Aurora, Colo., Passport Agency. But experts at Flexilis, a Los Angeles RFID security firm, argue that the digital document could be used to set off a bomb. An e-passport containing stolen RFID tag data need not even come in contact with the bomb trigger. It only has to be nearby. Kevin Mahaffey, a director of software development at Flexilis, presented a report on RFID security concerns at the Black Hat Security Conference in Las Vegas in July 2005. He said the following question was raised: "What if a terrorist were to develop a RFID-enabled land mine tuned to the frequency of an American... See less

Highlights: So Mahaffey and his Flexilis colleagues decided to carry out a "proof of concept" experiment. They used a mock-up of the new passport, equipped with an RFID chip, and set up a small explosive charge nearby. With the passport about a half inch open — as it might easily be in someone's...

See this at: forbes.com| Added on 08/18/06

In our eighth annual E-Gang (our group of tech innovators to watch), we present masters of robotic innovation: entrepreneurs and researchers who fuse advances in biomechanics, software, sensor technology, materials science and computing to create new... See more

In our eighth annual E-Gang (our group of tech innovators to watch), we present masters of robotic innovation: entrepreneurs and researchers who fuse advances in biomechanics, software, sensor technology, materials science and computing to create new generations of robotic assistants. More... See less

Highlights: In the U.S., the Defense Department has been the big spender for robots, seeking machines that can protect soldiers' lives. But interest is simmering in the venture community--a signal that profits lie ahead. Big players are muscling in, too. In May, Microsoft announced that it had a new...

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Robotic Surgical Tech, Inc. has developed Penelope™, the world's first vision-guided, autonomous surgical robot. The Penelope system will save hospitals money and improve quality of care in the operating room. When the surgeon asks for an instrument,... See more

Robotic Surgical Tech, Inc. has developed Penelope™, the world's first vision-guided, autonomous surgical robot. The Penelope system will save hospitals money and improve quality of care in the operating room. When the surgeon asks for an instrument, Penelope retrieves it from an instrument tray. The robot picks up the instrument with a special gripper and hands it to the surgeon. When finished, the surgeon simply lays the instrument down. Penelope then uses a vision system to locate the instrument and return it to the instrument tray. Penelope is safe, efficient, and cost effective. See less

Highlights: When the surgeon asks for an instrument, Penelope retrieves it from an instrument tray. The robot picks up the instrument with a special gripper and hands it to the surgeon. When finished, the surgeon simply lays the instrument down. Penelope then uses a vision system to locate the...

See this at: forbes.com| Added on 08/18/06

(180 sec.) Find out how innovators of artificial intelligence are changing our lives.

(180 sec.) Find out how innovators of artificial intelligence are changing our lives. See less

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Microsoft pulls out the stops to boost security—by inviting experts to hack its new Vista...

Microsoft pulls out the stops to boost security—by inviting experts to hack its new Vista... See less

Highlights: Even Microsoft admits that Vista won't be perfectly safe. "You can't get the code 100% right," says Toulouse. He points out, however, that Windows Server 2003 was more secure than Windows Server 2000, thanks to an extra year of security work tacked onto the end of the development process....