Facebook’s IPO is our big topic this week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast. We assess the company’s debut on the NASDAQ and discuss its future outlook with Nat Burgess of Corum Group, a mergers-and-acquisitions specialist who is skeptical about Facebook’s long-term prospects. “A lot of people are making the mistake of thinking that… Read More…
Do Seattle’s tech startups dream big enough, and do the region’s startup investors do enough to help make those big dreams happen? We explore those topics and more this week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast, as we compare and contrast Seattle and Silicon Valley, with the goal of better understanding the differences and… Read More…
Our topic this week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast is space, and our possible future in it. Joining us is Adam Bruckner — a professor of aeronautics and astronautics at the University of Washington. He shares his insights and perspectives on the emerging era of commercial spaceflight, asteroid mining, the potential impact on the… Read More…
We’ve got all sorts of innovation to talk about on this week’s GeekWire radio show and podcast. We start on a lighter note, talking about one of the more attention-getting stories on GeekWire this week — the JoeyBra, an undergarment developed by UW students, with a pocket for storing credit cards and other objects, including… Read More…
This week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast: Seattle rock legend Dave Dederer shares the inside secrets of digital music; tech pioneer Ray Ozzie reflects on his tenure at Microsoft; and Paul Allen tells us what he learned from jamming with Bono and Mick Jagger on his yacht. Those are a few of our… Read More…
Our guest this week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast is Stephen Toulouse, better known as Stepto, who joins us for a conversation about the Kickstarter funding platform and other methods of paying for projects through fans and customers. Many people in the tech world know Stepto from his long career at Microsoft, working most… Read More…
This week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast, we debate the merits of Google’s augmented reality glasses, talk about the world’s geekiest coffee machine, and assess the prospects for the Nokia Lumia 900, and its chances for helping Windows Phone. Our guest in the studio is Mike Fridgen, the CEO of Decide.com, the Seattle… Read More…
Our topic this week on a special edition of the GeekWire radio show and podcast: Growing up Geek. Joining us in the studio are GeekWire columnist Frank Catalano, whose ‘7 Steps to Raise A Geek Child‘ struck a chord with readers; and Edward Jiang and Tyler Menezes of Student RND, an organization of high-school and college… Read More…
This week on the GeekWire radio show and podcast, we get a preview of next weekend’s Emerald City Comicon from the conference director, Jim Demonakos. He’s a multitalented guy (and past GeekWire Geek of the Week) who is also one-half of the Kirby Krackle nerd rock band, owner of the ComicStop comic-book store chain, and author… Read More…
We’ve got a ton of interesting apps and online services to talk about on this week’s GeekWire radio show and podcast, with special guest Monica Guzman, the GeekWire columnist just back from the South by Southwest Interactive conference in Austin. We talk about the pros and cons of the new iPad, discuss Highlight and other… Read More…
GeekWire Summer Bash, June 21: We’ll be breaking out the ping-pong tables for this giant summer celebration at the Showbox SODO — with expert and intermediate tournaments, foosball, prizes, and more. Sign up to compete, or just come to enjoy the party and cheer on your friends. Tickets available now.
Join us at the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® awards gala to see who will take home top honors in the Pacific Northwest. The finalists are high-growth entrepreneurs and leaders who are innovating, expanding and creating jobs and enhancing our communities. June 15, 2012 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue | 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Come celebrate!
You’re invited to HAPPY HOUR, a monthly meet up for leaders in the film, music and interactive industries to share, learn and make meaningful business connections. This month features guest speaker Trey Gunn, guitar player for King Crimson, Brian Eno, Tool, and more. Trey will speak to the value of original voice, how to find it, and how, as an artist and business professional, to use it to your advantage.
See you Wednesday, May 30th, 5-7 PM at Spitfire in Belltown, free admission (21+)
In case you haven’t heard, Splunk’s Seattle office is responsible for the company’s developer platform and Microsoft offerings. Join us for our open house, where you can geek out at demo stations, enjoy food and drinks, and meet our CEO, Godfrey Sullivan, and more Splunkers. The event is free, but if you’d like to make a donation, check out Year Up Seattle.
RSVP for this free event, and we’ll see you on Wednesday, 6/20, 5-8 PM
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On May 22nd at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel, join 800 tech and business leaders at the Technology Alliance’s 2012 State of Technology Luncheon for a timely conversation with John McAdam, President, CEO & Director of F5 Networks, Inc.
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