eSports is a growth industry. So much so that Chinese internet giant Tencent plans to invest $14.6 billion into its country’s presence in the next five years. That will no doubt trigger other massive investment from other global entities. For the average human with kids and a mortgage, what is it like at a massive […]
Indie Game Spotlight – EVO 2017 Mandalay Bay
Evo 2017 gaming competition expects to draw 20,000 to the Mandalay Bay Events Center. The big names are there. Marvel, Tekken, Street Fighter V, and Injustice will all have their spotlight as professional gamers compete for the grand prize and internet bragging rights. At the less attended and adorned tables, indie game developers sell their […]
My True Auto Rate Gives You a Negotiation Edge
There’s some new tech on the Vegas block, and we got the inside scoop on the new Las Vegas startup My True Auto Rate. My True Auto Rate was founded by auto industry insiders who were fed up with the negotiation process involved in buying a new (or pre-owned) car. Here’s the basic concept: Negotiating […]
Vegas Gets Ready for Microsoft Ready
The first ever Microsoft Ready comes to Vegas, July from the 17th – 21st. Note that Microsoft Ready is a closed event and is only open to current Microsoft employees. We’re telling you about it because it’s really cool. What Is Microsoft Ready? Microsoft Ready is an education and networking event for Microsoft employees. It […]
IoT Evolution Expo 2017 Starts July 17th – Freebies for VegasTech Readers!
Plenty of Vegas names and issues are front and center as Caesar’s Palace hosts the IoT Evolution Expo July 17-20. IoT Evolution Expo 2017 focuses heavily on smart cities and transportation solutions. There are lots of sessions that #VegasTech readers can attend for free with an Expo Plus Pass that includes all of this goodness: […]
Oktane 2017 Promises Much For Cloud Developers
The cloud is the new way to work for every business large and small. Making the most of that means having the best information possible. At Oktane 2017 August 28-30, more than 2000 IT professionals plan to come together and make life simpler and more secure for all. Okta is a leading cloud identity and […]
Build A Robot And Take Over Summer Camp
The boredom of summer is often solved by chores, swimming, sports, or making robots to take over the world. Code Central is offering kids 7-17 and chance to avoid chores and the sunburns that accompany swimming and sports with Summer Tech Camps. A series of four-day events is occurring throughout the summer. They cover topics […]
With Comped Marketing, Uber & Lyft Drivers Get New Revenue Stream
A cool new Las Vegas company is offering an innovative option to expand the revenue stream for Uber and Lyft drivers. Comped Marketing provides drivers with a layered incentive program that has no upfront costs. It also offers tiered rewards based upon customer interaction. Drivers sign up, get the Driver’s App, and their vehicle is fitted with equipment […]
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#VegasTech loves featuring tech-related events, innovative startups, and other tech news within the Las Vegas community. If you or your company have an event or announcement you’d like to share on the #VegasTech blog, we want to hear about it. We don’t do a story for every submission, though, so to increase your odds of […]
Henderson Chamber Raises $12K And Adopts Local Robotics Teams
The STEM pipeline is in desperate need of attention. So when Casey Juilano of Nate Mack Elementary reached out to the Henderson Chamber of Commerce for support, the unexpected response opened up an opportunity for more than just funding a nice school project. The Henderson Chamber Foundation raised $12,500 in one evening to support three […]