Tag: Business
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How a Waffle Iron Inspired Nike’s First Shoes
The iconic Nike Waffle Trainer, inspired by a waffle iron, debuted in 1974 and revolutionized running shoes with its innovative sole design.
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The Unexpected Invention: IBM’s Foray into Cheese Slicers
In the 1930s, IBM ventured into the consumer goods market by producing cheese slicers. This surprising move highlights IBM’s innovative spirit beyond technology.
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The Enigmatic Puzzle of the Missing $100 Million in Bitcoin
Programmer Stefan Thomas forgot the password to his digital wallet, locking away over $100 million in Bitcoin. This highlights the high stakes of cryptocurrency security
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Unconventional Gold: The Rise of Bizarre Businesses Making Millions
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, some businesses defy convention and carve out their unique niche in the market. These unconventional ventures, often deemed “bizarre,” have not only captured the imagination of consumers but also redefined the meaning of success. Let’s take a brief look at some of these unconventional businesses that have risen to […]
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YouTube Was Designed for Dating, and 18 More Amazing Business Pivots
YouTube became the world’s #1 media-sharing platform after failing as a video dating service. Play-Doh’s famous arts and crafts material was originally used to clean wallpapers. Wrigley’s chewing gum was just a marketing trick to promote baking powder. Discover these and other drastic shifts in business models and learn more about pivot in entrepreneurship.
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Nokia Used to Sell Toilet Paper and Rubber Boots Before Mobile Phones
Before the rise and fall of Nokia as a mobile phone industry giant, it used to produce a whole bunch of different goods including paper, rubber boots and tires. Discover Nokia’s epic journey from a roll of toilet paper to the indestructible Nokia 3310 and beyond.
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Corn Cobs to Comfort: The Evolution of American Hygiene
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Why Sloths Hold Breath Longer Than Dolphins
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When Irish Pubs Went Dry: Saint Patrick’s Day Before 1973
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How a Waffle Iron Inspired Nike’s First Shoes
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The first commercial passenger flight in 1914 lasted only 23 minutes
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The Unbelievable Victory: French-Language Scrabble World Champion Who Doesn’t Speak French
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The Unexpected Invention: IBM’s Foray into Cheese Slicers
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The Rise of Social Media: MySpace’s Pioneering Role in Shaping Online Interaction
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The Birth of the First Webcam: A Coffee Pot’s Watchful Eye
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The Birth of the “Computer Bug”: The Moth that Made History
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