[ad_1] It’s not as if Palmer invented crowdfunding or single-handedly spun Patreon into a billion-dollar business, but she helped shape the digital landscape that made it possible for this model to thrive. Patreon was founded in 2013, and by then, Palmer had already spent years evangelizing the benefits of crowdfunding and direct, digitally driven communication […]
Category: crowdfunding
Thousands of ‘Coolest’ Kickstarter backers will only receive $20
[ad_1] Five years later, it’s time to put a pin in the sage of “Coolest,” the all-in-one entertainment system/cooler that broke crowdfunding records on Kickstarter in 2014. The Oregonian reports that in 2017 the Portland-based company and its founder Ryan Grepper reached a settlement with the Oregon DOJ that included a provision to send just […]
Orba is a tiny instrument that you shake, tap and twist
[ad_1] Part of the appeal of the Instrument 1 was that you didn’t need to be world class musician to coax exciting and varied sounds out it. It was incredibly beginner friendly and, as we said way back in 2015 it “crams most of the music store in one gadget.” The Orba similarly focuses on […]
Kickstarter wants projects to be more transparent about their budget
[ad_1] It’s essentially a budgeting spreadsheet that will help creators map the cost of their projects. Like the Funding Calculator Kickstarter created in August, Project Budget will remind creators of expenses they may otherwise overlook — like taxes and fees. Once a Project Budget spreadsheet is complete, creators will have the option of sharing it […]
Crowdfunding is better than Netflix for YouTube’s creep queen
[ad_1] Curious Creations starred a menagerie of creepy-cute Jim Henson puppets, including an undead raccoon named Rose, who helped McConnell create intricate, spooky sweets and complete impressive home-improvement projects. It catered to viewers desperate for a show blending the sensibilities of Martha Stewart with the morals of Morticia Addams. It was witty, clever, informative and […]
Crowdfunded case will give your Windows PC that Mac Pro look
[ad_1] It’s on the inside where you’ll see the more noticeable changes. The case will support motherboards ranging from mini ATX through to extended ATX, and it can accept video cards up to 380mm (15 inches) long — you can stuff a GeForce RTX 2080 Ti inside if this will serve as a gaming rig. […]
Build your own cheap drum machine from cardboard and arcade buttons
[ad_1] You might not need extra gear depending on your artistic inclinations. It includes two 50W speakers to pump out music all on its own, and a 3,000mAh battery will keep it running when you’re nowhere near a wall outlet. This isn’t a completely stand-alone instrument, to be clear — you’ll want to use either […]
YouTube is testing paid online hangs with influencers
[ad_1] According to Variety, YouTuber Jessi Vee used Fundo to host group chats with fans last month. Mexican YouTuber creator Key Riqué has used the platform to sell shoutouts to fans for as little as $4, while KreekCraft has charged $10 per ticket for fans who want to attend an online meet and greet. Style […]
Blocks ends its modular smartwatch project after running out of money
[ad_1] The shutdown isn’t a complete shock. Blocks unveiled its modular watch project back in 2014, and it blew past its May 2016 release target as it tweaked the design to reach a quality level it would accept. Even by the standards of major tech companies, this was ambitious. Blocks not only had to design […]
Startup turns lobbying into crowdfunding campaigns
[ad_1] The initial rollout is limited to three campaigns in the company’s home of Virginia, such as decriminalizing marijuana and equal funding for students. Other states are coming by 2020 at the latest, the company told TechCrunch. There is a 25 percent processing fee, although CrowdLobby said this delivered full service that included ongoing communications […]