Whether it’s the environment or technology, we live in a fast-changing world that requires innovative cities to keep considering the impact all of these changes have on their citizens. Copenhagen, recently named the 2014 European Green Capital – surpassing 17 other candidates – is racing to the spotlight of what it means to be a… Continue reading Learning from Smart Cities: Copenhagen
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Cutting the Lines In NYC And Other Mobile Wallet Functionality
Imagine eliminating the need to reach for anything at all to pay for lunch; or being able to avoid the line by ordering ahead while on your way to the store. Features like these are made possible by “mobile wallets” – smartphone apps such as PayPal, Square Wallet, or Isis that can be used to… Continue reading Cutting the Lines In NYC And Other Mobile Wallet Functionality
What are Smart Cities?
As the world continues to urbanize at a rapid pace, the demand for cities which are resource-efficient increases. As a result, the concept of being a “smart city” has become an important discussion topic both in New York City and worldwide. But what is a smart city?Smart cities: Use the intersection of people, technology, and… Continue reading What are Smart Cities?
Entrepreneur Portrait: Harsh Mehta, OfficeLinks
Harsh Mehta is co-founder and COO of OfficeLinks, a company that operates shared workspaces. The company started in 2003 with a single location in the Chelsea area of New York City and has since grown to occupy five locations in New York and one in Chicago. The newest location, on Park Avenue South, differs from other… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Harsh Mehta, OfficeLinks
Who is Watching Where? World Cup 2014 in NYC
NYC is famous for its huge bar scene – and for the fact that it is home to many internationals. This pretty much makes NYC one of the best places to follow the games – and discover new neighborhoods. Here’s our take on where to watch your favorite team and get the best feel for… Continue reading Who is Watching Where? World Cup 2014 in NYC
Looking to Germany for Inspiration in Manufacturing
We’ve already explained why Berlin is a city to watch for up-and-coming tech companies, but Germany as a whole might be a country to give inspiration to NYC’s manufacturing sector. In a recent article, the Wall Street Journal highlighted how Germany’s Fraunhofer institutes are the being emulated in President Obama’s National Network for Manufacturing Innovation… Continue reading Looking to Germany for Inspiration in Manufacturing
Why Starting Up in Queens is a Great Idea
What is Queens? A) A borough of neighborhoods. B) The most diverse county in the world. C) The home of the two busiest airports in the Northeast. D) The fourth biggest city in the world, if it weren’t incorporated into the Big Apple.All of these statements are true, and it is for these reasons and… Continue reading Why Starting Up in Queens is a Great Idea
First 90 Days at Atelier: A Belgian Incubator Space in NYC
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – New York City is the place to be for startups looking toward global expansion. The Belgians clearly know this as evidenced by the recent opening of Atelier, the brand new incubator for Belgian companies in NYC. “One of the largest key markets to succeed in… Continue reading First 90 Days at Atelier: A Belgian Incubator Space in NYC
How New York City Can Prepare for New Manufacturing by 2024
During the course of the W2NYC Global Industry Challenge program, international founders met with local and global business representatives to discuss the most urgent topics related to new manufacturing in NYC.In partnership with the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), New York International invited US and international ventures to NYC between May 12 and… Continue reading How New York City Can Prepare for New Manufacturing by 2024
Quirky: Why a New Air Conditioner will Save New York’s Manufacturing Scene
HOW QUIRKY WORKS Anyone can submit their idea for an invention to Quirky. If the staff and community like the idea and it makes it through the evaluation process, the company will produce the item and sell it on their website. The inventor will receive a percentage of the revenue of the product’s gross sales.… Continue reading Quirky: Why a New Air Conditioner will Save New York’s Manufacturing Scene