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Social Media Platform For Hotels Offers Web Site Visitors Incentives

by Ron Callari

Based on the premise that travelers can become a brand's strongest advocates, Flip.to, the social media service for hotels, airlines and restaurants launched its 'confirmation' component to beta customers this past year. Over 50 hotels on five continents have integrated with Flip.to to allow guests who book online to receive incentives for communicating with their followers on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. This month, the social media platform expands to include incentives for Web site visitors as well.

Solar LED Lanterns and More Aide To Help Japan's Earthquake Victims

by Gloria Campos

Almost 3 weeks after the Earthquake and Tsunami hit Japan survivors are still living without basic necessities: food, water, electricity, etc. Panasonic is doing what it can to help. Among all the aide they have sent so far, there were thousands of Solar powered lanterns sent to Japan just a few days after the earthquake.

Facebook Search vs Google Search - Battle for Internet Domination

by Ron Callari

Before the recent All Facebook report, titled “Facebook Testing Web Search Box At Top Of Site” was changed to “Facebook Not Testing Web Search Box At Top Of Site (update)” I can imagine the reaction from Google's top brass. There has been a lot of speculation about Facebook potentially adding social media search to its core product, presenting the Big G with its first major threat in over a decade. Is that day close at hand?

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The Search Is On At Google For Less Speed & More Reflection

by Ron Callari

Google, long known for it speed in serving up searches faster than a speeding bullet has of recent date been spending more time "thinking" than delivering results. From "Think with Google" a platform initiated in June, 2010 that generated insightful and inspiring bite-size videos - to the release of its first edition of "Think Quarterly" a 69-page dive into the world of data and its impact on business - Google is taking the scholarly high-road in analyzing and reflecting on today's digital landscape.

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How Much Your Invention Idea Is Really Worth

by Dave Lavinsky

You came up with a great new idea. Something that fixes a big problem that tons of people have. And something you think can make millions of dollars. And so you’re thinking that your idea is worth millions of dollars. If so, you probably don’t want to read on. Because, in my opinion, you invention is worth nothing.

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Social Media Games Win Awards, While Zynga Lacks Skin In The Game?

by Ron Callari

Do you remember last year this time, when you were inundated with requests on Facebook by your friends to either help farm a field or join a Mafia family? Zynga and Facebook were not only adding virtual goods to the social media mix, they were taking home hard cash in the millions. The popularity of social media games reached such heights, the "Game Developers Choice Awards" added the category of ...

Happy Flash Mob, Saint Patrick! (VIDEO)

by Ron Callari

Brought to YouTube by Discover Ireland, the Sneaky Steppers dance crew, Sydney Irish Dance Studios and the cast from the Australian "Riverdance" troupe, this flash mob celebrated this year's St. Paddy's Day in grand style. Filmed in Sydney's Central Station, unsuspecting commuters started their day with this holiday greeting...

Calling All Inventors: Edison Nation Sets Up $25 Million Innovation Fund For Inventors

by Myra Per-Lee

Hoping to spur on some closet inventors in the U.S., Edison Nation, the search agent for several large retail outfits, has set up a $25 million fund to help inventors with great ideas fund their development.

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That Blasted Roof! - Capturing Wind Energy On Your Roof

by Jamie Reygle

A cheap, unimposing wind turbine that attaches to the roof of your house could be on many horizons in the not-too-distant future.

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O! That A Man Might Know - James May Wants Your Invention

by Jamie Reygle

James May wants to feature your invention on his TV show, Man Lab.

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Lemelson-MIT Awards RPI Student For New Bomb Detection Method

by Myra Per-Lee

A doctoral student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) has won the 2011 Lemelson-MIT Student Prize for developing a new technique for detecting hidden explosives, chemicals, and other dangerous materials from a safe distance.

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Call For Inventors: The 2011 DiabetesMine™ Design Challenge

by Myra Per-Lee

The DiabetesMine, a web resource for diabetics, is calling for innovative solutions to better the lives of persons with diabetes in its 2011 DiabetesMine Design Challenge.

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In 300 Words Creative Greenies Can Win Vacation to an Eco-Resort

by Gloria Campos

Even the eco-friendly need a vacation. Why not win a trip to an eco-resort like Chaa Creek? Chaa Creek in Belize, has been promoting responsible and eco-friendly tourism since 1981. This year in a continuous effort to promote green travel Chaa Creek is hosting a contest for an all expense paid trip to Chaa Creek.

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Understanding the Buying Process at Major Retailers

by Product For Profit

If you’re new to the game of selling to major retailers, then you’re probably wondering how their buying processes work. It’s a question that comes up all of the time in my workshops and classes. And this important topic rarely gets discussed, so I thought I’d take a minute to review!

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