How Much Equity Should Early Startup Team Members Get?
In a particularly emotional segment of the popular podcast Startup by Alex Blumberg, two co-founders discuss how much equity each party “deserves” based on their skills and contribution to the company — and the huge disparity in what each considers fair almost tears the team apart. The scene is particularly powerful because, rather than discussing […]
Smartphone “Kill Switch” to Deter Cell Phone Theft?
There was a time when you could really be in for a major headache if your credit card was stolen. The thief could theoretically tally up hundreds or thousands of dollars in unauthorized purchases, leaving you on the hook for the bill. Then, credit card companies made it possible for customers to cancel stolen cards […]
Developers Shy Away from Nook Tablet as It Fails to Catch-on
Barnes & Noble is in distress these days and failing to find a solution to save their flailing bookstore business. The company has been in a long decline that began even before their recent CEO resigned his post. With their core business model being disrupted by tech giants like Amazon.com and Apple, Barnes & Noble […]