Gigabit Fiber in Boulder

Google has put out a call that looks like this: Google is planning to launch an experiment that we hope will make Internet access better and faster for everyone. We plan to test ultra-high speed broadband networks in one or more trial locations across the country. Our networks will deliver Internet speeds more than 100 …

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University of Colorado Denver – Annual Business Plan Competition

CU Denver’s Bard Center is hosting their 10th annual business plan competition on June 10th, and it’s open to all early stage Colorado based companies which have not yet received significant Angel or Venture Capital funding.   Orientation for the 10th Annual Bard Center for Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition is coming up on March 11, 2010 …

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Beers with Brad (Feld, that is)

  KGNU is having a Beers with Brad (Feld) event, a benefit for KGNU at the Twisted Pine brewery (in the brewery itself, not the tasting room!) on Feb. 18th – 6-8 pm. It’s the first BWB event in Boulder in a very long time. If you like beer, and you like Brad, you should …

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Help! The proposed “software tax” stinks

You may have heard by now that Governor Ritter is rushing a new tax on software through legislation at an unprecedented rate, with an effective date of March 1, if passed. The bill proposes a new tax on any software purchased or installed in Colorado. Yes, a tax on software. Wait, it’s worse. It’s unclear …

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How I use Plancast

I’m loving Plancast. It’s a very powerful social discovery tool. Here’s a quick overview of how I use it. I put in any events that I’m attending that are “significant” that I think my friends might like to know about. I love how easy it is to put in a future plan. It’s just 3 …

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Startup2Student at CU

If you’re a Colorado company looking to hire interns or full time, check out Startup2Student on March 11th, 2010. This was a great event last year, and I expect that Ben Limmer who’s organizing it will make sure it’s even better this year. The event is held on campus, and it’s an easy way for …

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