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Dream Arcades Takes '80s Nostalgia to a New Level
Dream Arcades is the largest manufacturer of non-coin-operated arcade machines in the world. Last year the company broke $1 million in sales."Nostalgia sells," says co-founder Michael Ware.
How to Capture a Trend-Setting Business Idea
Following trends can be dangerous, but if your business idea is ahead of the curve, you can expect success.
How Not to Bomb the Pitch of Your Dreams (Like This Writer Did)
Ask the right questions and be prepared and you'll avoid screwing up on a pitch that's big for your business.
9 Things You Never Thought You Would Buy From a Vending Machine
Reaching customers even when ecommerce can't, these vending machines dispense unexpected items, where and when customers need them.
Designer Tents Bring Cool to the Campsite
FieldCandy tents have offbeat graphics such as a block of cheese, leopard print and bubble wrap.
How a First-Time Entrepreneur's Kickstarter Project Landed on Toys 'R' Us Shelves in Less Than a Year
Industry insiders laughed at the engineering toy for girls, but its inventor was determined to change the landscape of the 'pink aisle.' Entrepreneur Debbie Sterling shares how she transformed her idea into a million-dollar company.
Worthless, Impossible and Stupid? Why Contrarian Business Ideas Make It Big
In his new book, business professor Daniel Isenberg says if people think you're crazy, you're onto something.
5 Industries Ripe for Young Entrepreneurs to Disrupt
Looking for your next business idea? Check out these five fields oozing with potential.
Fitness Startups Put Their Own Spin on Indoor Cycling
Several fitness startups are hoping to grab a slice of the boutique cycling craze.
Fertile Ground for Startups: 10 Sectors of the $207 Billion Cyber-Security Industry Poised to Take Off
As businesses move their data processing to the cloud, cyber-security is becoming an increasingly prevalent and mission-critical problem.
VCs See Ex-Wired Editor's DIY Drones Taking Flight
Chris Anderson left one of the most prominent posts in tech media to become CEO of 3D Robotics, a company that helps hackers and engineers build do-it-yourself drones. Last fall he locked up a $5 million funding round.
What 3-D Printing Could Mean for Small Businesses
How the additive manufacturing trend could help you grow your business.
Hunting for Business Ideas? Consider Looking at These 8 Hot Industries
Here is a rundown of industries expected to have plenty of room to grow in 2013.
100 Things You'll Need to Know About in 2013
With 2012 very nearly in the rearview mirror, check out this list of what you are going to hear about, talk about and spend your money on in 2013.
Gluten-Free Lifestyle Offers a Growing Market for Entrepreneurs
As more average folks and celebrities alike find reasons to go gluten-free, more business owners are reaping the rewards of this once niche market.